WOCNext 2024 Final Program

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EDUCATION & PUBLICATIONS COORDINATOR

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DIRECTOR OF MEETINGS

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ASSOCIATE MEETING MANAGER

Julianna King

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Welcome Letter

DEAR WOCNEXT® 2024 ATTENDEES,

It is with great pleasure and excitement that we extend a warm welcome to each of you to WOCNext 2024! As you prepare to embark on this 3 ½ day journey, we want to express our heartfelt gratitude for your participation in what promises to be an extraordinary event.

WOCNext isn’t just a conference; it’s a convergence of minds, a celebration of innovation, and a testament to the unwavering commitment of wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) professionals to excellence in patient care. This year’s program is meticulously crafted to provide you with unparalleled opportunities for learning, networking, and growth.

Throughout the event, you will have the chance to engage with leading experts in the field, gain insights into the latest advancements, and collaborate with peers from around the globe. From an insightful keynote address to interactive workshops and dynamic panel discussions, WOCNext 2024 is designed to empower you with the knowledge, skills, and inspiration to elevate your practice to new heights.

Here’s what you need to know:

• Use the WOCNext® 2024 app to access all event details conveniently on your phone. View the event schedule, speaker information, and exhibit product galleries. Message exhibitors and set up appointments through MyConnect. Build a personalized planner, view abstracts/ePosters, and more. Scan the QR code to download now.

• Engage with interactive sessions featuring polling and/or Q&A right from your phone or tablet. Access this interactive feature through the WOCNext 2024 app or scan the QR Code to get started.

• Immerse yourself in the dynamic world of healthcare products at the Innovation Hub (Booth #158 and online for virtual attendees), where you can experience live presentations and exciting product launches from industry leaders. Gain insights into the innovations shaping the healthcare landscape.

• Explore cutting-edge research from your colleagues across the globe at the Poster Hall.

• Step into your WOCNext Era at the Connection Hub (Booth #749 in the Exhibit Hall)! Relax, connect with peers, pose with our iconic WOCNext logo, and unleash your creativity by making friendship bracelets. We’ll provide the supplies; you bring the good vibes. Exchange your friendship bracelets with the new friends you’ll meet along your WOCNext journey. Join us in the Connection Hub where meaningful connections and unforgettable memories are formed.

• Visit the WOCN® Society Booth (Booth #500) to learn about the latest research, advocacy, and education that supports and advances the WOC nursing specialty, including an opportunity to participate in The Value of the WOC Nurse: A WOCN® Quality Improvement Project.

• Share your WOCNext event experiences by posting photos on social media. We encourage you to post on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, and X using the official conference hashtag, #WOCNext2024.

As we come together to explore innovative solutions, share best practices, and foster meaningful connections, let us embrace the spirit of collaboration and camaraderie that defines our community. Together, we have the power to make a profound difference in the lives of those we serve. Thank you for joining us as we share What’s New. What’s Needed. What’s NextTM. We wish you all a productive and enjoyable event!

BEST REGARDS,

VITTORIA (VICKY) PONTIERI-LEWIS, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN

WOCN Society President

SCAN FOR INTERACTIVE SESSION POLLING SCAN FOR WOCNext 2024 APP

JANET STOIA DAVIS, RN, CWOCN, CFCN WOCN National Conference Planning Committee Chair

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GENERAL

LOCATIONS

Registration – EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Exhibit Hall – HALL B/C

WOCN Society – BOOTH #500

Poster Hall – HALL B/C

Educational Sessions – GRAND BALLROOM AB, GRAND BALLROOM C, ROOM 25, AND ROOM 26

*All rooms are located at the Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland unless otherwise noted*

General Information

POSTER HALL HOURS

Abstracts selected for presentation at WOCNext 2024 will be published in a supplemental issue of the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing (JWOCN).

All abstracts and ePosters can be viewed online before, during, and after the event (until December 31, 2024).

The Poster Hall is located in Hall B/C and will be open during the following hours:

Saturday, June 8 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM EDT (Set-Up)

Sunday, June 9

Monday, June 10

Tuesday, June 11

NAME BADGE

Your name badge is your admission ticket to all conference events and is required. Your name badge will also have a barcode for scanning, which will allow vendors to quickly and efficiently obtain your contact information.

WOCNEXT 2024 APP

8:30 AM – 6:15 PM EDT

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM EDT

8:30 AM – 5:00 PM EDT

Meet the Author s 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM EDT

Wednesday, June 12

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM EDT Pick-up

Don’t forget to download the WOCNext 2024 app available in the iTunes App Store and the Google Play Store. The app is easy to use and gives you everything event related at your fingertips. You can create a personalized planner, view the event program, search for and message exhibitors, create one-on-one appointments with exhibitors and attendees, access session polls and live Q&A, post directly to social media, and more!

12:30 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

POSTER MERIT AWARDS

All submitted abstracts undergo a rigorous peer review process to determine acceptance for presentation at the conference. The top-scoring posters in each category are then peer-reviewed during the event to determine merit award winners for the categories of Case Study, Practice Innovation, and Research. Awards will be announced during the Abstracts General Session, “What’s Next in Research: Abstract Presentation & Poster Merit Awards”, on Monday, June 10 from 9:40 AM – 11:10 AM EDT.

LIVE STREAMING

Select sessions from WOCNext 2024 will be live streamed. These sessions will be designated with . Although not every session will be live streamed, all sessions will be recorded for On-Demand access through December 31, 2024.

HANDOUT INFORMATION

The WOCN Society is making an effort to reduce our environmental impact globally. Speaker handouts will not be provided in a printed format. Use this Final Program book for information on all of the sessions, as well as room locations. You can access all speaker handouts that have been provided through the WOCNext 2024 app.

ATTIRE

The attire for the conference is business/casual. Dress in layers or carry a jacket or sweater with you, because meeting temperatures can fluctuate. Comfortable walking shoes are a must!

ADA COMPLIANCE

The Huntington Convention Center of Cleveland is fully accessible to the physically challenged. Anyone needing special assistance should notify the conference staff and indicate the type of assistance needed. The WOCN Society cannot ensure the availability of appropriate assistance without prior notice.

Registration and attendance at WOCNext 2024 constitute an agreement by the registrant to allow WOCN to use and distribute, now and in the future, the attendees’ image or voice in photograph, videotapes, or electronic reproductions of conference events and activities.

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DiMaria, Kimberly

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Drake, Vanessa Duckworth, Taylor

Ecklund, Margaret

Elling, Roxanne

Enayati, Sarai

England, Deborah

Erbe, Janice

Ermer-Seltun, JoAnn

Ervin, Laura

Evans, Michele

Evenden, Haley

Ezzell, Andrea

Fankhanel, Barbara

Fasciocco, Parese

Faust, Elizabeth Fisher, Jaylynn

Fite, Kelley

Flarity, Kathleen

Foley, Vanessa

Forcier, Lea

Forlizzi, Beatrice

Fourie, Simona

Framnes, Jeffrey

Fraser, Rob

Fu, Mei

Fulgentes, Geronimo

Furtado, Stephanie

Gabele, Danielle

Gabriel, Paula

Galindo, Estelle

Gallagher, Kathy

Garcia, Angel

Garcia, Ashlee

Garcia de Vazquez, Mayra

Gebhardt, Casey

Geevarghese, Lovely

Getchell, John

Ghil, Hyunhee

Girard, Anita

Giuliano, Karen

Gollenberg, Audra

Gomez, Gregory

Goncalves, Viviana

Gordon, Daniel

Graham, Charlotte

Granieri, Jaime

Greenstein, Emily

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Houghton, Michele

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Hudson, Ashley PI21, PI22

Hughes, Pamela PI34

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Jadlos, Mary Anne

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Jantzen, Michelle PI36

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Kearns, Barbara RS13

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Sponsors

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses

Society™ (WOCN®) gratefully acknowledges our generous sponsors for assisting the organization in advancing the practice and guiding the delivery of expert healthcare to our patients.

BLUE DIAMOND LEVEL

Hollister Incorporated

DIAMOND LEVEL

Solventum

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GOLD LEVEL

Coloplast Corp . Medline

Smith + Nephew BRONZE

DeRoyal Industries, Inc . Medaxis

NATIONAL CONFERENCE PLANNING COMMITTEE 2024

Janet Stoia Davis, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

WOCN National Conference Planning Committee Chair

Carole Bauer, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN

Abstract Chair

Donna Bliss, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN, WOCNF

Abstract Co-Chair

Lisa Berning, BSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

Mideast Chapter Representative

Tara Beuscher, DNP, GCNS-BC, ANP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, NPD-BC

Accredited Provider Program Director

Marcia Gay, MSN, CWOCN, FNP, DNP Content Expert

Mikel Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-AP, WOCNF, FAANP, FAAN

Continence Expert

Daphne Hodges, MSN, RN, CWOCN Content Expert

Jen Hurley, CHCP, CPHQ

Continuing Education & Accreditation

Janice Colwell, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN

WOCN National Conference Planning Committee Co-Chair

Kathleen Judge, MSN, ANP-BC, CCCN, CNS, CWON-AP Content Expert

Michele Kessie, BSN, RN, CWOCN Mideast Chapter Representative

Laurie McNichol, MSN, RN, CNS, GNP, CWOCN, CWON-AP, WOCNF, FAAN Development Committee Chair

Vittoria (Vicky) Pontieri-Lewis, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN WOCN President

Shawna Souder, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN Content Expert

Debra Thayer, MS, RN, CWOCN Content Expert

Chenel Trevellini, BSN, MSN, CWOCN Content Expert

Holly Vance, DNP, ARNP, AGACNP-BC, CWON-AP Content Expert

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Nursing Continuing Professional Development

ACCREDITATION STATEMENT

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society is accredited as a provider of nursing continuing professional development by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society is approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, Provider Number CEP 15115.

LEARNING OUTCOME

Following this conference, learners will report in their postactivity evaluations, an improved understanding of current research, treatments, techniques, products, and professional practice tools which they can apply to their current roles in various practice settings within the field of Wound, Ostomy, and Continence nursing practice. It is also expected that three months following the conference, a subset of learners will report application of the knowledge and skills acquired or reinforced during the conference to their practice and report changes to their practice as well as impacts on patient outcomes.

CONTACT HOURS

This activity awards a maximum of 46 Contact Hours and 4 hours of Pharmacology Credit. Attendees are able to earn one Nursing Contact Hour for every hour of education time. Learners complete an evaluation to receive Contact Hours.

EVALUATIONS

Evaluations should be completed online during or after WOCNext 2024. Attendees must evaluate all sessions attended Sunday, June 9– Wednesday, June 12, 2024, or on-demand following the event, in order to receive all credits. The actual number of credits to be awarded for each session is noted in individual session descriptions.

Wound residue physically attaches to the negatively charged �ibers, while the TLC-Ag matrix with silver promotes a healing environment.

References: 1. Lazareth I, et al. The role of a silver releasing lipido-colloid contact layer in venous leg ulcers presenting inflammatory signs suggesting heavy bacterial colonization: Results of a randomized controlled study. Wounds. 2008;20(6):158–66. 2. UrgoClean Ag data on file. 3. Dissemond J, Dietlein M, Neβeler L, Funke L, Scheuermann O, Becker E, Thomassin L, Möller U, Bohbot S, Múnter KC. Use of a TLC-Ag dressing on 2270 patients with wounds at risk or with signs of local infection: an observational study. J Wound Care. 2020, Mar 2;29(3):162-173.

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SATURDAY, JUNE 8, 2024

Registration Open

12:00 PM EDT – 6:30 PM EDT

EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Poster Setup

2:00 PM EDT – 5:00 PM EDT

HALL B/C

First Time Attendee Meet & Greet

5:00 PM EDT – 6:00 PM EDT

ROOM 25

Attention all first-time attendees of WOCNext: We’re thrilled to have you here! Drop by to receive valuable advice on navigating the event, maximizing your experience, and connecting with the community. Enjoy light snacks and refreshments as you immerse yourself in the welcoming and exciting atmosphere of WOCNext 2024.

WOC n Roll Welcome Party

7:00 PM EDT – 10:00 PM EDT

ROCK & ROLL HALL OF FAME

*This is a ticketed event*

Let’s kick off WOCNext 2024 with a bang at the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. On top of networking with friends and colleagues to celebrate this year’s conference, this unique party offers the opportunity to walk through the exhibition halls of the world’s most comprehensive celebration and history of all things rock and roll. Music lovers from all over the world travel to this attraction and now you can start off your WOCNext experience exploring rock & roll artifacts, interactive kiosks and large retrospectives of the most influential musicians in rock & roll history! Whether you’re here to make new connections, catch up with old colleagues, or simply enjoy the company of other like-minded professionals, let the good times roll and create a renewed sense of community to kick off WOCNext 2024.

SUNDAY, JUNE 9, 2024

WOCN Chapter Breakfast Meetings

7:30 AM EDT – 8:45 AM EDT

HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

Learn about updates happening in your Chapter and take the opportunity to network with fellow WOC nurses in your area.

Mid-Atlantic Chapter Veterans A

Mideast Chapter Center Street A

Midwest Chapter Center Street B

New England Chapter Center Street D

North Central Chapter Veterans C

Northeast Chapter Hope Ballroom B

Northwest Chapter Veterans B

Rocky Mountain Chapter Veterans D

South Central Chapter Center Street C

Southeast Chapter Hope Ballroom A

Registration Open

8:00 AM EDT – 5:00 PM EDT

EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Poster Viewing

8:30 AM EDT – 6:15 PM EDT

HALL B/C

(GO) Grand Opening

9:00 AM EDT – 9:45 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB CONTACT HOURS: 0

Speakers:

Vittoria Pontieri-Lewis, MS, RN, ACNS-BC, CWOCN Janet Stoia Davis, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

(GS1) Opening Keynote: Getting Clarity: Identifying Your Strengths to Shape Your Impact (PP)

9:45 AM EDT – 10:45 AM EDT GRAND BALLROOM AB CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Debbie Peterson, CSP

Imagine navigating the complexities of your nursing career with a clear and focused roadmap tailored to elevate your clinical nursing leadership. Debbie’s Clarity Compass Framework, the heart of this program, is designed to identify your strengths, giving you the focus and confidence needed to lead at any level.

By answering five pivotal questions, you’ll map out your journey to be a more impactful leader, no matter where you are in your nursing career timeline.

PROGRAM

(GS2) General Session - Architects of Healthcare’s Future (PP)

10:55 AM EDT – 11:55 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Jacqueline Medland, PhD, RN, NEA-BC

Current day healthcare challenges require that every nurse, from the bedside to the boardroom, step forward in their clinical leadership to help reshape the future of healthcare. As the largest segment of the healthcare workforce and the nation’s most trusted profession, nurses are well-positioned to create essential, value-added change in the healthcare system.

This session will explore ways to become more impactful as a change leader in clinical practice, including clarifying needs and wants, navigating relationships and taking purposeful steps toward a new and desired future.

LUNCH SYMPOSIA SESSIONS

(S01) Don’t Just “Go with the Flow”! Practice Update for the Management of High Output Fecal Ostomies (O)

12:10 PM EDT – 1:40 PM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM AB, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 1 5

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 5

SUPPORTED BY HOLLISTER INCORPORATED

Speakers:

Tara Beuscher, DNP, GCNS-BC, ANP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN, NPD-BC

Amanda Eltz, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, CWOCN

Laurie McNichol, MSN, RN, CNS, GNP, CWOCN, CWON-AP, WOCNF, FAAN

Science is evolving for the management of persons with high output fecal ostomies and attending this session will ensure your practice is up to date. Review recent literature on this subject, hear about new consensus statements for this population resulting from a recent global consensus conference, and consider a statistically significant quality improvement project designed to reduce hospital admissions due to dehydration post ileostomy surgery.

(S02) Medical Adhesive Related Skin Injury (MARSI): Update on the Science and Opportunities for the Future (W)

12:10 PM EDT – 1:40 PM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM C, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 1 5

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 . 25

SUPPORTED BY SOLVENTUM

Speakers:

Mikel Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-AP, WOCNF, FAANP, FAAN

Carolyn Lund, RN, MS, FAAN

Stephanie Yates, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN, WOCNF

Medical adhesive-related skin injury (MARSI) awareness has increased in the decade since the initial publication on this topic. Studies have helped to elucidate risk factors and prevalence but clear-cut guidance has not emerged. Attend this session to learn more about the progress made and opportunities that remain as experts report on the recent reconvening of an international consensus panel regarding MARSI.

(S03) WOC & ROLL Ostomy Connections: We Got the Beat! (O, PP)

12:10 PM EDT – 1:40 PM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM D, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 1 . 5

SUPPORTED BY CONVATEC

Speakers:

Sue Bruch, ARNP, ACNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

Debra Netsch, DNP, APRN, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, CFCN

Many connections are needed by those undergoing ostomy surgery whether temporary or permanent. The ostomy nurse must recognize and facilitate these vital connections for the person with an ostomy to promote adjustment and return to optimal wellness including reintegration into family, social and professional relationships.

This is an interactive session including patient interviews that will be incorporated into the presentation.

PROGRAM

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(200) Partnering for Education: The Value of a Vigilant Village (W, O, PP)

1:55 PM EDT – 2:55 PM EDT

ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Angela Richardson, MSN, RN, APRN-BC, CWOCN, AGCNS-BC

Improving patient care and correcting clinical practice issues often involves education. The education is often directed at nursing staff when the challenge at hand is often shared with other disciplines. Attend this session for insight into education that moves the bar, improving patient outcomes with all the appropriate stakeholders involved.

(201) Convexity in Ostomy Care: Report of a Transdisciplinary Consensus Conference to Address Measurement of Convex Barrier Characteristics and Clinical Implications (O, PP)

1:55 PM EDT – 2:55 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speakers:

Janice Beitz, PhD, RN, CS, CNOR, CWOCN-AP, CRNP, ANEF, FNAP, FAAN

Janice Colwell, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN

Laurie McNichol, MSN, RN, CNS, GNP, CWOCN, CWON-AP, WOCNF, FAAN

Mikel Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-AP, WOCNF, FAANP, FAAN

Convexity is being increasingly recognized as a solution to common pouching problems, and in 2021 an international consensus group defined 5 clinically relevant characteristics of convex barriers. However, we currently lack objective standards by which these characteristics can be measured and reported, and development of such standards is essential for clinicians trying to select the best product for a particular patient. WOCN therefore convened a transdisciplinary consensus conference involving ostomy product engineers and product specialists as well as clinical experts, with the goal of developing guidelines for measurement and reporting relative to the 5 previously defined characteristics; this session will provide a report on the process, outcomes, and clinical implications of that conference.

(202) STAT Derm Consult: Recognizing Dermatologic Emergencies (W)

1:55 PM EDT – 2:55 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 50

Speaker:

Jeremy Honaker, PhD, MSN, FNP-C, CWCN, DCDNP

While many skin eruptions are not life threatening, there are inflammatory, infectious, and drug related skin eruptions that can result in high morbidity or even mortality. Awareness of the clinical features associated with these skin eruptions can assist with early identification. As a result of early identification, appropriate consults and referrals can be made to ensure the timely initiation of therapy that can protect against lasting dysfunction or even death. Clinicians should feel confident in their ability to assess for red flags suggesting a dermatologic emergency. In this session, attendees will learn how to assess, develop differential diagnosis and identify when patients need an emergent consultation with dermatology. An overview of the management of select inflammatory, infectious and drug related skin eruptions will be covered.

(203) Gotta Go, Gotta Go, Gotta Go - What Now? Continence Hands-On (C)

1:55 PM EDT – 3:25 PM EDT ROOM 25

CONTACT HOURS: 1 50

Speaker: Terrie Beeson, MSN, RN, CCRN, ACNS-BC

This session will discuss products to enhance the lives of people who struggle with urinary and fecal incontinence. Come have fun with us, while you experience and participate in a hands-on workshop where a multitude of products will be available to develop an assemblage for managing incontinence needs across the continuum.

*This hands-on workshop has an additional fee and limited seating. Pre-registration is required.

**This session will not be live-streamed virtually or available to view on-demand at a later date.

PROGRAM

(204) Norma Gill Lecture: Bladder Diversions (O, PP)

3:05 PM EDT – 4:05 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speakers:

Kirsten Greene, MD, MAS, FACS

Terran Sims, MSN, ACNP-C, CNN-BC, COCN-C

Radical Cystectomy with urinary diversion carries a high risk of readmission and complications, perhaps the highest in all urologic procedures. Urology programs continue to search for successful care pathways that enhance successful recovery after surgery. Identifying key components of a standardized bladder cancer care program can lead to improved patient outcomes and quality of life. ERAS or Enhanced Recovery After Surgery programs attempt to standardized care to improve outcomes. In-home monitoring, where available, can help prevent readmission and serious morbidity. This session will describe the importance of a team based approach to patients planning radical cystectomy with urinary diversion starting in the preoperative period, including a standardized care pathway perioperatively and a novel in-home monitoring program during the recovery phase at home. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of each team member in this improved care pathway.

(205) Integrating Mentoring Into Your Professional Practice (PP)

3:05 PM EDT – 4:05 PM EDT ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Meghan Smith, MSN, AGACNP, CWOCN

This session will explore the role of mentoring in professional WOC Nursing practice. Existing literature will be discussed including the impact of mentoring on professional growth, retention, and developing nurse leaders. Learners will be provided methods of incorporating mentoring into their professional practice as a WOC Nurse.

(206) The Role of Adipocytes and Deep Tissue Pressure Injury (DTPI) (W)

3:05 PM EDT – 4:05 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Laura Edsberg, PhD

Traditionally adipose tissue was considered an inert component of connective tissue that provided insulation and protective cushioning, but studies have shown that dermal adipocytes play a significant role in wound healing. Human cadaver tissue samples of suspected deep tissue pressure injuries show migration of adipose tissue. The role of this migration will be discussed in light of what is known about adipocytes and healing.

Exhibit Hall Opening Reception

4:15 PM EDT – 6:15 PM EDT

HALL B/C

INNOVATION HUB PRESENTATIONS

(IH01) Better Design, Better Results: How Materials and Design Influence Support Surface Performance

4:45 PM EDT – 5:15 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY AGILITI HEALTH

Speaker: Kristen Thurman, PT, MPT, CWS

During new product development, engineering design and material choice come together in unique ways to impact support surface performance. Learn how small design choices can make a big difference when measuring a surface’s clinical performance (pressure redistribution, microclimate, sheer) while also boosting its usable lifespan. The latest materials and manufacturing methods not only provide better therapy, but also help prevent fluid ingress— avoiding hospital-acquired infections (HAIs) and extending the life of this often overlooked asset.

(IH02) Innovative Strategies for Preventing & Managing MARSI

5:30 PM EDT – 6:00 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY SOLVENTUM

Speaker:

Julia Hanna, MHA, BSN, RN, CWON

MONDAY, JUNE 10, 2024

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIA SESSIONS

(S04) Beyond Theory: Unleashing the Power of Convexity (O)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM AB, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY HOLLISTER INCORPORATED

Speakers:

Tammy Lichtman, BSN, RN, CWON

Jason Thomas

In the ever-evolving landscape of our practice as WOC nurses, evidence-based approaches are our guiding stars. But what happens when these theories meet real-world scenarios? Come and learn as we delve into the fascinating journey of international stoma care nurses who dared to put the theory to the test.

Their mission? To objectively compare clinical outcomes of flat and convex skin barriers. Their goal? To capture performance differences and the benefits of embracing convexity earlier in the acute post-operative phase.

Armed with data from 213 evaluations, spanning across ten countries, an insights and analytics specialist, and a WOC nurse dissect the results. What secrets lie within the soft curves of convexity and how does it impact patient outcomes? Buckle up for a riveting discussion that goes beyond the theory of the current literature on the use of convexity.

Join us as we peer beyond the textbooks, beyond the journal articles, beyond the sterile confines of theory, and into the heart of clinical practice - where evidence meets reality.

(S05) The Total Solution: Using Innovative Technology to Meet Current Challenges in Pressure Injury Prevention (W)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM C, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY SMITH+NEPHEW

Speaker: Stephanie Constable

Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries (HAPI) are an increasing complication, are expensive to treat and are correlated with higher readmission rates and development of other hospitalacquired conditions. Nurses are faced with the challenge of choosing a multilayer foam dressing to add to their pressure injury prevention program.

This webinar shares the journey of one facility’s use of multiple prophylactic foam dressings and patient worn sensor technology for improvement of pressure injury outcomes.

Registration Open

8:00 AM EDT – 4:00 PM EDT

EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Poster Viewing

8:30 AM EDT – 4:00 PM EDT HALL B/C

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(300) Neurocentric Approach to Voiding Problems in Children (C)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1 PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speaker: Israel Franco, MD

We will discuss the role of executive function sites in the brain and their relationships to voiding and bowel problems in children. The relationship of certain neuropsychiatric problems in children who have voiding problems and how we manage these problems with a more neurocentric approach.

(301) Shoe Fit, Selection, and Alteration for Wound Treatment and Prevention (F, PP, W)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Dennis Janisse, C.Ped

In this session we will learn about low-cost solutions for protective therapeutic footwear, foot orthoses/inserts, evaluating footwear needs, assessment, and Pedorthic/ conservative management of patients with lower-extremity wounds due to diabetes mellitus and/or neuropathic disease.

(302) Ostomy Rehabilitation: Nurturing Resilience through Exercise (O, PP)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Charlotte Foley, MS, OTR/L, CBIS

Ostomy Rehabilitation: Nurturing Resilience through Exercise, is designed to empower healthcare practitioners in enhancing the recovery and resilience of ostomy surgery patients. This session explores the interdisciplinary approach to care, emphasizing the role of Rehabilitation Therapies in both pre-operative and post-operative care. Participants will gain practical strategies encompassing early mobility, breath work, core recovery, and lifestyle management. The session will equip participants to effectively decrease risk for complications, help patients to feel stronger and more confident in their recovery, and improve

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overall quality of life post-surgery. Through interactive discussions, hands-on exercises, and real-world case studies, this session fosters a collaborative mindset, preparing attendees to confidently contribute to the holistic rehabilitation of ostomy patients.

(GS3) General Session - What’s Next in Research: Abstract Presentations & Poster Merit Awards (W, O, PP)

9:40 AM EDT – 11:10 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1 5

Moderator:

Carole Bauer, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, OCN, CWOCN

This session will provide an opportunity for you to hear the latest research findings in WOC nursing. Research-based abstracts are selected by a rigorous, two-step peer review process. Clinical investigators will present their findings in a moderated session.

Pressure Injury Detection Using Alternate Light: Results of a Pilot Study

Linda Arundel, MSN, RN, CWOCN

Exploring Tasks and Decisions Made During Ostomy Pouch Change Procedures Performed by Nurses With and Without Specialized Ostomy Nursing Care Training: A Clinical Simulation Study

Marketa Marcanikova, BS

Quality Improvement Project: Management of Complex Painful Postoperative Wounds

Ron Sotomayor, BA, RN, CWOCN

Equitably detecting pressure injuries in critically ill adult patients using an enhanced skin assessment methodology

Joyce Pittman, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CWOCN, FAAN Nurses’ Agreement in Classifying IAD in Adult Patients According to Skin Tone

Lais Wojastyk, ETN

Exhibit Hall Open

11:20 AM EDT – 2:20 PM EDT HALL B/C

INNOVATION HUB PRESENTATIONS

(IH03) Challenges of the Hard-To-Heal Wounds: An Algorithm Approach to Treatment

11:45 AM EDT – 12:15 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY SOLVENTUM

Speaker:

Emily Greenstein, APRN, CNP, FACCWS, CWON

• Exploring the application of Collagen with Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose (ORC) and Silver under Negative Pressure Wound Therapy paired with Hybrid-Acrylic Drape Technology through a hands-on demonstration.

• Examine wound healing best practices through case-based studies.

• Participate in a question-and-answer session.

(IH04) Why The Thigh: How Thigh Applied IPC Can Improve Lower Extremity Wound Healing

12:30 PM EDT – 1:00 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY HUNTLEIGH HEALTHCARE

Speaker: Kimberly Rozman, MSN, RN, CWON

Full limb IPC placed for venous leg ulcer healing can be fraught with noncompliance due to pain, bulky garments, and patient dexterity issues. Come hear how a novel thigh applied IPC works to sequentially compress the thigh to draw the lower extremity fluid up and out of the lower limb. The pump causes a hyperemic response that actually improves the arterial and venous velocity of the blood flow- thus improving the healing of the lower extremity wound!

(IH05) Introducing 'It's in the Bag': a revolutionary deodorizing lubricant inspired by the ostomy community

1:15 PM EDT – 1:45 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY REVEL! BY ARNASI

Speaker:

Brienne Engel, PhD

It's in the Bag' is a revolutionary deodorizing lubricant leveraging LiquiGlide technology, a TIME Invention of the Year, to level up the ostomy care game. The Revel team will present data highlighting the product's ability to reduce pancaking and improve pouch drainage - all while requiring fewer applications. Revel is pushing ostomy products into the future by combining innovative science with a listening approach to create products for people, not patients.

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CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(303) Navigating Sexuality and Physical Changes

After Ostomy Surgery (O, PP)

2:30 PM EDT – 3:30 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Molly McPeek, RN, BSN

After learning how to physically care for an ostomy, sexuality and the sexual challenges as a result of the surgery are often one of significant importance to the patient. Though sexuality is a core aspect of being a human, it is often a subject that even medical professionals may find difficult to discuss. This session will explore the physical and psychological alterations that occur with ostomy surgery, ways in which you as a medical provider can broach the subject and treatments available for common concerns.

(304) What’s in Your Pocket: Tools to Improve Practice (W, O, C, PP)

2:30 PM EDT – 3:30 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Joyce Pittman, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CWOCN, FAAN

Have you ever completed an evidence-based project or rapid improvement initiative and the project was a success …for a while…but then the problem/outcome reoccurred? Why were the outcomes not sustainable? Using case scenarios, this session will present various WOC tools, their use, and tips to integrate them into practice to improve sustainable outcomes.

(305) Many Roadmaps to WOCNCB Certification: What’s New and What’s Next? (W, O, C, F, PP)

2:30 PM EDT – 3:30 PM EDT

ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speakers:

Alex Aningalan, DNP, MSN, RN, CWON, CPHQ

Clay Collins, MSN, APRN, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

Kathy Khandaker, MSN, CNP, CWOCN

There are many ways to get and keep your WOCNCB certification. This session outlines the multiple pathways to certification and recertification, including some roads less traveled like the experiential path to certification, inactive and retired status, and a six-month grace period. Panelists will address the newly streamlined Professional Growth Program (PGP), Advanced Practice certification, fast tracks to the Certified Foot Care Nurse (CFCN) and from Wound Treatment AssociateCertified (WTA-C) to Certified Wound Care Nurse (CWCN) credentials, and additional program changes on the horizon.

(306) Debridement Hands-On Workshop (W, F, PP)

2:30 PM EDT – 5:30 PM EDT

ROOM 25

CONTACT HOURS: 3

Speakers:

Dea Kent, DNP, RN, NP-C, CWOCN

Jody Scardillo, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN

This session will discuss types of debridement, indications, contraindications, and practical strategies to incorporate conservative sharp wound debridement (CSWD) into clinical practice. The use of case studies and hands on practice will assist the novice attendee to develop basic skills or serve as a refresher for someone more experienced.

*This hands-on workshop has an additional fee and limited seating. Pre-registration is required.

**This session will not be live-streamed virtually or available to view on-demand at a later date.

SYMPOSIUM SESSION

(S06) DON’T SETTLE … for Leakage (O)

3:45 PM EDT – 5:00 PM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM AB, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY COLOPLAST CORP.

Speakers:

Alexandra Craig, BSN, RN, WTA-C

Amy Folk, MSN, RN, CWON

The session will center on examining new real-world evidence, the methodology, and subsequent gained insights regarding the occurrence of complications of ostomy pouching systems with respect to leakage and the development of peristomal skin complications (PSCs), particularly in the hospital setting immediately following ostomy creation surgery.

Using a retrospective cohort study design, a team of WOC nurses from the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center Presbyterian and Shadyside campuses reviewed and extracted data from 214 consecutive electronic medical records for patients admitted to the hospital for stoma-creation surgery. Analysis of the data demonstrated that significant differences in the risk of leakage are observed based on ostomy barrier selection. Therefore, the choice of the ostomy barrier in the immediate postoperative period is critical in setting a patient up for success.

Session includes afternoon refreshments.

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TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2024

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIA SESSIONS

(S07) Breaking Barriers with Instillation Therapy! Expert Guidance for Conquering Wound Care Challenges with the Latest Advances in NPWT (W)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM AB, HILTON CLEVELAND

DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY SOLVENTUM

Speakers:

Yesenia Banks, CPC

Elizabeth Faust, MSN, CRNP, CSWS, CWOCN-AP, MAPWCA

Mary Anne Obst, RN, CWON, CCRN, CWS

During this program, the learner will:

• Explore common wound management challenges, barriers, and solutions for the adoption of Negative Pressure Wound Therapy with Instillation and Dwell, NPWTi-d.

• Discover the clinical advantages of initiating NPWTi-d right away.

• Understand the value of the new “hydromechanical” FDA indication and how it aligns with the latest reimbursement coding updates.

• Recognize the strength in the published data, suggesting instillation therapy is evidence-based, efficient, and costeffective.

• Learn practical tips that help simplify the use of the therapy.

• Engage in case study discussions with panelists.

• Stimulate out-of-the box thinking during the Q&A session.

(S08) Translating Convexity into Practice: Measuring the Magnitude and Interactive Effects of Convex Characteristics (O)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM C, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY CONVATEC

Speakers:

Tod Brindle, PhD, MSN, RN, ET, CWON

Neal Carty, PhD, MBA

Dona Lyndhia Isaac, RN, MSN/ED, CWON

The goal of this session is to provide quantitative insights into the interplay between the 5-characteristics of convexity, as described by McNichol & colleagues (2021). Specifically, this lecture will present the results of a designed experiment addressing the question: which factor(s) of convexity are the most influential in stoma protrusion under centered tension and which characteristics

interact with each other most strongly? A regression analysis will be utilized to show the magnitude of the surface response to simulated convex baseplates and significance (p-value) of each factor and respective cross-terms. A translational discussion with case studies will follow where clinical considerations of how these learnings may be implemented into practice will be discussed.

Registration Open

8:00 AM EDT – 5:30 PM EDT

EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Poster Viewing

8:30 AM EDT – 5:00 PM EDT

HALL B/C

WOCN Business Meeting

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 0

Hear updates from the WOCN Society leadership and join fellow Society members to discuss important topics.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(400) Assessment and Management of Co-occurring Malignancy-related, Wound-specific, and Lymphatic Pain in Patients with Advanced Cancer (W)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 50

Speaker:

Charles Tilley, PhD, ANP-BC, ACHPN, CWOCN

Little is known about the symptom characteristics, assessment, and management of co-occurring pain in patients with advanced cancer, lymphedema and malignant fungating wounds. This presentation discusses recent observational research findings that provide insight into the characteristics of co-occurring symptoms of pain, potentially useful tools to provide comprehensive clinical pain assessment, and possible multi-modality pain management approaches to alleviate suffering in this palliative oncology population.

(401) Pediatric to Teen to Adult Ostomy Transitions (O, PP)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speakers: Keagan Lynggard-Hysell

Charlotte Rensberger, MSN, APRN, PNP-PC

This interactive session combining lecture and panel discussion will explore the transitions individuals experience as they

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progress from pediatric to an adolescent, then to a young adult with an ostomy. The details will be discussed from the perspective of a young adult who has had an ostomy since childhood and a pediatric provider, and will provide an opportunity for the attendees to ask questions and learn tips on providing the education, support, and resources most needed in each age group.

(402) Long-term Urinary Catheters Complications: What’s New, What’s Needed, What’s Next! (C)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speaker: JoAnn Ermer-Seltun, MS, RN, ARNP, FNP-BC, CWOCN, CFCN

Indwelling urinary catheters (IUC) are the most common medical device used in all healthcare settings. Complications in long-term use of IUCs have not changed much since the original IUC design by Dr. Fredrick Foley’s in 1937, but much is NEEDED to prevent or manage these potentially life-threatening complications. This presentation will identify common complications of long-term IUCs (catheter associated UTIs, blockage, bypassing), their causes, evidence-based prevention and management strategies and futuristic approaches.

(403) Treatment of Wounds from Drug Injections (W, PP)

10:50 AM EDT – 11:50 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speaker: Barbara Pieper, PhD, RN, CWOCN, WOCNF, FAAN, BC-ACNS

This session will summarize common illicit injected substances. It will explore skin and wound changes such as track marks, skin popping, skin and soft tissue infections, peripheral arterial disease and necrosis, neuropathic ulcers, and chronic venous insufficiency and venous ulcers. It will summarize key physical and psychosocial issues affecting wound care.

(404) Rupert Turnbull Jr. Lecture: Update on Rectal Cancers (O, C, PP)

10:50 AM EDT – 11:50 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speaker: Scott Steele, MD, MBA

This session will describe the key measures of high-quality rectal cancer care including surgical and multimodality therapies, summarize the benchmark outcomes that should be expected with traditional standard of care, discuss novel

treatment paradigms along with available evidence, and provide case examples illustrating practical application of existing evidence.

(405) Pearls and Pitfalls of Intermittent

Catheterization (C, PP)

10:50 AM EDT – 11:50 AM EDT

ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Michelle Lajiness, DNP, FNP-BC

Intermittent catheterization (IC) has been utilized since 1966 to relieve urinary retention with the goal to prevent damage to the upper and lower urinary tracts. Despite its longevity there is a lack of understanding of when it is appropriate to begin IC and the best techniques for success. This discussion will present current research, guidelines and evidence-based practice related to intermittent catheterization. Included will be recommendations on catheterization techniques and available catheters.

Exhibit Hall Open

12:00 PM EDT – 2:30 PM EDT

HALL B/C

Meet the Poster Authors

1:00 PM EDT – 2:30 PM EDT HALL B/C

INNOVATION HUB PRESENTATIONS

(IH06) A scoping review of the literature assessing the clinical evidence for the use of Moldable Barrier Technology

12:30 PM EDT – 1:00 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY CONVATEC

Speaker: Catherine Milne, APRN, MSN, ANP/ACNS-BC, CWOCN-AP

The WOC nurse plays a vital role in assisting ostomates with the selection and proper usage of ostomy products. While clinical observations highlight the advantages of moldable skin barriers (MSBs), the lack of recent literature may hinder the broader adoption of these products. There is a need for the dissemination of up-to-date information on user experience, long-term outcomes and cost-effectiveness of these types of barriers is equally important to elevate the standard of care provided to patients. A scoping review of MSBs was performed to identify existing evidence base and research gaps in this area.

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(IH07) An Evidence-based Therapeutic Approach for the Management of Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS)

1:15 PM EDT – 1:45 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS

Speaker:

Tracy Burch, RDN, CNSC, LDN

Explore: Review short bowel syndrome (SBS) from identification through diagnosis. Examine: Discuss nutritional management and an evidence-based therapeutic approach for patients with SBS dependent on parenteral support (PS).

(IH08) Convexity Characteristics: The Next Level

2:00 PM EDT – 2:30 PM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

PRESENTED BY HOLLISTER INCORPORATED

Speaker:

Greg Czaplewski, MS

In recent years, the field of ostomy care has witnessed significant advancements, particularly in the design, application and understanding of convexity characteristics in ostomy skin barriers. These characteristics include: depth, compressibility, flexibility, tension location and slope. Convexity is not a onesize-fits all concept; rather, it involves several dynamic features that contribute to achieving a secure seal for patients living with an ostomy. Greg Czaplewski will delve into the intricacies of convexity, exploring how these characteristics interact to enhance patient outcomes. As a result, WOC nurses will learn to adopt this unified language and nomenclature, elevating the profession and fostering collaboration across disciplines while improving patient outcomes.

(GS4) General Session - Beyond the Boundaries of Walls: Exploring Nationwide Journeys in WOC Nursing Care for the Unhoused (W, F, PP)

2:40 PM EDT – 3:40 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speakers:

Kevin Emmons, DrNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC, CWCN, CFCN

Hilary MacGregor, RN, CWCN

Shawna Souder, MSN, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

This panel conference session will explore the crucial role of WOC nurses in delivering care to unhoused individuals across various regions of the United States. We will examine the unique challenges faced by unhoused populations, considering the distinct dynamics in urban, suburban, and rural settings. Recognizing the variations in healthcare access, cultural contexts, and social determinants of health, we will discuss approaches for providing compassionate and culturally sensitive care. Emphasizing the development of trustworthy relationships, we will highlight the importance of building

rapport with unhoused individuals to enhance the effectiveness of healthcare interventions. Additionally, we will address the essential components needed to establish successful programs aimed at meeting the diverse needs of unhoused communities. The session will conclude with an open Q&A to mutually exchange ideas with session attendees.

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(406) Danger in the Wetlands: Moisture Management (W, C)

3:50 PM EDT – 4:50 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Mikel Gray, PhD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-AP, WOCNF, FAANP, FAAN

Moisture has long been identified as a risk for pre pressure injury development. More recently, a growing body of evidence has been developed related to prevention, assessment and treatment of MASD (Moisture Associated Skin Damage). This lecture will briefly review the latest evidence regarding the link between MASD and pressure injury prevention and treatment. Emphasis will be placed on identification of the various moisture sources present in patients at risk for pressure injury, and pragmatic interventions that you can rapidly incorporate into your facility’s pressure injury prevention and treatment program.

(407) Surgery and Pressure Injuries (W)

3:50 PM EDT – 4:50 PM EDT

ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Eliana Duraes, MD, PhD

The session “Surgery and Pressure Injuries” will go over the role of the Plastic Surgeon on the treatment and reconstruction of pressure sores. The speaker will discuss different factors that are associated with a successful reconstruction, different surgical techniques as well as the use of skin substitutes and negative pressure.

(408) Difficult Patients with Difficult Stomas (O)

3:50 PM EDT – 4:50 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Holly Vance, DNP, ARNP, AGACNP-BC, CWON-AP

Not all patients are able to receive preop ostomy education and stoma site marking before undergoing fecal or urinary diversions. Those that do receive education may feel rushed or underprepared and post operatively struggle with learning how to care for their stomas. They may struggle with obtaining supplies, peristomal skin issues, and the image and mental

TUESDAY, JUNE 11 & WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12

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aspects associated with being an ostomate. The purpose of this session is to use case studies to discuss the unique needs of challenging patient populations, identify the associated difficulties with pouching their stomas, and promote multidisciplinary collaboration with the patient and their care teams.

(409) Continence Care Toolkit (C)

5:00 PM EDT – 6:00 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speakers:

Donna Bliss, PhD, RN, FGSA, FAAN, WOCNF

Jeannine McCormick, CRNP

The first line therapy for both urinary and fecal incontinence uses conservative interventions and self-management support, which produce positive results for many patients. There are numerous conservative interventions that every WOC nurse can utilize and teach patients as part of their continence care toolkit. In this session, we will discuss the core initial interventions such as diet and fluid intake diaries, self-monitoring, and modification; elimination tips and functional incontinence aides; absorbent product selection; pelvic floor muscle exercises and the knack/squeeze; and urgency control. Medications for urinary incontinence will also be reviewed. Case examples will highlight application of content.

(410) All About Tubes (O)

5:00 PM EDT – 6:00 PM EDT

ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Jody Scardillo, DNP, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN

This session will discuss commonly seen tubes in WOC practice including gastrostomy, jejunostomy, biliary, nephrostomy and suprapubic tubes. Routine care, managing skin and tube complications will be discussed including pediatric considerations and resources for patients/families and health care providers.

(411) Hidradenitis Suppurativa (W, PP)

5:00 PM EDT – 6:00 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 50

Speaker: Rita Pichardo, MD

We will define the basic aspects of hidradenitis suppurativa, the diagnosis, differential diagnosis and the way it affects quality of life. Also we will learn about comorbidities that are essential to understand treatment options. A complete management at any stage of the disease and to different patient populations will be discussed.

WOCN Fellows Gala

7:00 PM EDT – 9:00 PM EDT

HOUSE OF BLUES

*This is a ticketed event*

Join us for an unforgettable evening as we celebrate and recognize the accomplishments of the 2024 class of the WOCN Fellow Program, the highest and most prestigious award offered by the WOCN® Society. Fellows accepted to this program are all members of the WOCN Society who were selected for nursing excellence and outstanding contributions to the practice of wound, ostomy, and continence care.

Please note: Additional registration and payment were available through June 2, 2024. Onsite registration not available. Semiformal attire required.

WEDNESDAY, JUNE 12, 2024

BREAKFAST SYMPOSIA SESSIONS

(S09) There is no Better Time Than Now! Let’s Hear About Novel Techniques and Strategies to Treat Challenging Wounds: A Panel Consensus Recommendation (W)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPERIOR BALLROOM AB, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN SUPPORTED BY SOLVENTUM

Speakers:

Emily Greenstein, APRN, CNP, FACCWS, CWON Catherine Milne, APRN, MSN, ANP/ACNS-BC, CWOCN-AP Dorothy Weir, RN, CWON, CWS

• Review the fundamental and scientific evidence for negative pressure wound therapy, advanced wound dressings and compression therapy.

• Examine key concepts to wound healing in the postacute setting.

• Explore why Collagen Matrix with Oxidized Regenerated Cellulose (ORC) and Silver in conjunction with Negative Pressure Wound Therapy should be the standard in your practice.

• Discuss the results of a healthcare costs comparison study for negative pressure wound therapies in the PostAcute setting.

• Learn best practices to treat complex wounds through illustrative case studies

• Participate in a question-and-answer session.

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(S10) Make Pressure Injury Prevention CLEAR

Featuring OptiView (W)

7:00 AM EDT – 8:15 AM EDT

SUPERIOR BALLROOM C, HILTON CLEVELAND DOWNTOWN

CONTACT HOURS: 0

SUPPORTED BY MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, INC.

Speakers:

Holly Baglio, DNP, RN-BC, MSN, CWOCN, BS

Amy Ehrlich, BSN, RN, CWOCN

Barbra Moens, DNP, MS, BSN, RN, CWON

Discover ways Medline’s OptiView can make pressure injury prevention clearer by hearing true bedside experience from your Peers!

Registration Open

8:00 AM EDT – 12:30 PM EDT

EXHIBIT LEVEL PRE-FUNCTION

Poster Viewing

8:30 AM EDT – 12:30 PM EDT

HALL B/C

CONCURRENT SESSIONS

(500) Pelvic Floor: From “A to Pee to Z” (C)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Sherri Lorraine, PT, DPT, PhD

The Pelvic Floor: From “A to Pee to Z” session will give an overview of the Anatomy & Physiology of the pelvic floor, present the many functions of the pelvic floor and discuss the importance of education and awareness needed by healthcare providers to relay pelvic floor information to their patients. Because of the private nature of the subject area, the pelvic floor is often overlooked or ignored due to embarrassment. Awareness and education is key to helping our patients decrease symptoms and improve their quality of life. The pelvic floor is a small set of muscles with big responsibilities, giving those muscles a little time and attention will go a long way.

(501) Lymphedema Management in the Wound Care Center (W, F, PP)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Suzie Ehmann, DPT, PhD(c), CWS, CLT-LANA

The impact of lymphatic failure contributing to deleterious effects in the dermis and subcutaneous tissues, including non-healing wounds has largely been unacknowledged and untreated. The current siloed approach to care, particularly lymphedema and wound management, is a disservice to patients.

This session will provide an overview of the new approach of lymphatic and integumentary rehabilitation including simple clinical tests to document lymphatic impairment and practical interventions to individualized treatment integrating customized compression, modern MLD, and comprehensive rehabilitation focus which can be initiated in any setting.

(502) Are Florence Nightingale and Norma Gill Relevant to Current WOC Nursing? (W, O, C, F, PP)

8:30 AM EDT – 9:30 AM EDT ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker: Joyce Pittman, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CWOCN, FAAN

What does data have to do with me? Does the WOC nurse make a difference? Florence Nightingale stressed the need for facts and not opinions. The WOC nurse needs to know what data to observe, and how to observe, and which data are important. This session will present the history and importance of data to the WOC nurse.

(503) Fistula Hands-On Workshop (W, O, PP)

8:30 AM EDT – 10:00 AM EDT ROOM 25

CONTACT HOURS: 1 5

Speakers:

Amy Folk, MSN, RN, CWON

Cecilia Zamarripa, PhD, RN, CWON

This session will describe the methods and strategies for management of a patient with a simple and/or complex abdominal fistula.

Fistula management will include assessment of abdominal contours, fistula type, effluent characteristics, peri fistular skin, and fistula opening.

Various fistula pouching and peri fistular skin protection principles will be explored.

*This hands-on workshop has an additional fee and limited seating. Pre-registration is required.

**This session will not be live-streamed virtually or available to view on-demand at a later date.

PROGRAM

(504) The Chronic and Complex Wounded Patient Care Continuum: An Inter-Professional Rounding Implementation to Improve Patient Outcomes (W, PP)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM C

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Cayleigh Minter, DNP, CRNP, CWCN-AP

When interprofessional teams collaborate in chronic and complex wounded patients, barriers in the inpatient to outpatient transition can be proactively addressed and mitigated. Join us to learn how a simple algorithm for inpatient wound teams, and a virtual weekly rounding, has positively impacted length of stay, trended readmissions, and fostered mutual respect in a Central Pennsylvania Health Care System.

(505) American Heart Association’s Peripheral Arterial Disease National Action Plan (W, F, PP)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speaker:

Laura Swoboda, DNP, APNP, FNP-C, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, WOCNF

Peripheral artery disease (PAD), a progressive atherosclerotic disease in which one or more peripheral arteries, typically in the lower limbs, are partially or completely obstructed afflicts 8-10 million people in the United States.

Each year, approximately 150,000 leg amputations are performed in the United States and residents of rural areas, Black and Native American people and those of low socioeconomic status are at the highest risk of amputation.

Yet many Americans — even some clinicians — remain unaware of the disease and its devastating impact on individuals, their families and communities.

Because this preventable, treatable condition causes so much unnecessary suffering and death, the American Heart Association and more than 70 representatives from over 25 organizations committed to improving vascular health outcomes by developing a PAD National Action Plan

Attendees will discover how they can participate in the PAD National Action Plan. This session will also provide an overview of the epidemiology, risk factors, diagnosis, and management of PAD. Due to PAD disproportionately impacting some communities the AHA has compiled an amputation heat map for learners to explore the impact of PAD in their own communities.

(506) To See or Not to See: Concealment and Securement (O)

9:40 AM EDT – 10:40 AM EDT ROOM 26

CONTACT HOURS: 1

Speaker:

Laura Williamson, MSN, RN, CWON, AGCNS-BC

Support garments and apparel are used for the management of body complications, appearance, and function. The psychological impact of stoma formation includes feelings of a loss of self-control and altered body image. Ostomates use support garments as part of the process of adjusting to altered body image and a redefining of themselves. Support garments can also be used to prevent stomal complications such as parastomal hernias. Evidence exists that shows the use of support garments are associated with psychological adjustment. Ostomates need information and support when choosing support garments.

(GS5) General Session - Sloughing Off the Medical Malpractice Lawsuit (W, O, PP)

10:50 AM EDT – 11:50 AM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 1

PHARMACOLOGY CREDITS: 0 25

Speakers:

Joyce Black, PhD, RN, FAAN Kathryn Cheatle, JD

This session will dive into why lawsuits are filed, what you can do to make lawyers think twice about bringing one against you, and how to give yourself a strong legal defense if one is brought against you.

Grand Finale

11:50 AM EDT – 12:20 PM EDT

GRAND BALLROOM AB

CONTACT HOURS: 0

Don’t miss this unforgettable conclusion to WOCNext 2024 where we will swear in newly elected Board and Committee members and view a preview of the WOCNext 2025 event location.

Poster Pick-up by Presenters

12:30 PM EDT – 1:30 PM EDT

HALL B/C

ABSTRACT AUTHOR INDEX

Abraham,Lini PI33

Acero,Lilibeth R08

Adeleye,Oyeyemi PI10

Adjei-Acquah,Christina PI36

Akers-Smith,Lisa PI57

Allen,Amy CS32

Allen,Diwi R39

AltafiniNastriDoria,AnaCarolina PI89

Aningalan,Alex PI24,PI25

Arellano,Emily PI02

Arundel,Linda GS01

Assas,Ghadeer GS01

Attallah,Noura CS09

Autencio,Kenneth PI43

Aviles,Frank CS33,PI34

Azor-Ocampo,Annielyn PI85,PI91

Baggetta,Karen CS07

Bagh,ShabnamP PI21

Bain,Bonnie PI53

Ballard,Nancy R06

Barnabee,Rosalyn GS03,PI82,PI84

Barnes-Channon,Melissa PI90

Barrett,Anna PI56

Basic,Audrey PI54

Basler,Rachel CS25,R22

Bauman,Marcia PI06

Beal,Madeleine CS28,PI63,PI64

Beaudoin,Lindsey R16,R37

Beiler,Joe PI65

Belardo,Jamie PI27

Benavides,Kristen PI68

Benevento,Linda PI53

Benskin,Linda CS26

Berlin,Hailey PI31

Bernat,Mary PI57

Birdsong,Margaret R07

Bivens,Skyler PI54

Blasiole,K.Nicki PI51,PI58

Boisen,EsbenBo R05,R24

Borja,Lori PI42

Boudreau,Lisa PI10,R09

Bowles,Ronda CS15

Brinker,Joni

PI75

Brinkman,JenniferL. R02

Brown,Vanessa PI28

Bruch,Sue PI46

Brunette,Glenda PI79

Bryant,Diane CS07

Bryant,Kelley CS14

Burnett,Emily PI85,PI91

Buscemi,Charles PI01,PI17

Byfield,Donna CS02

Callahan,Maura PI74

Calles,Cassie CS23

Castonguay,Gisele CS28,PI63,PI64

Cedeno,Jeisanec PI84

Cedillo,Terry CS23

Chakravarthy,Debashish CS34, PI70, R31, R32, R33, R36

Chan,Visothik PI37

Chand,Mool CS09

Chapman,Dawn PI47

Chariker,Mark R10

Cheney,Mary CS29

Chiappini,Erika R07

Chidester,Amy PI87

Chiu,Jeffrey GS03

Choi,HyeRan R17

CifuentesRodriguez,JohanaEnyd R40

Cintron, Carolyn PI82

Cobb, Therese CS22

Coelho,FilipeUtuari R28

Coluso,Klaire PI27,PI33

Colwill,Jennifer R02

Companioni,Erich PI17

ConceicaodeGouveiaSantos,VeraLuciaGS05,R29,R38

Constable,Stephanie PI35

Costello,Kaci PI86

Coulter,John R11

Coupar,Brenda PI28

Craig,Alexandra CS24,PI49,R21

Cranage,Ashlee PI14

Craney,Neil R04

Crawford,Debra CS20

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Copyright©2024Wound,Ostomy,andContinenceNursesSociety™.Unauthorizedreproductionofthisarticleisprohibited.

ABSTRACT AUTHOR INDEX

CristinaMariaAparecidaGonçalves Brandão,Amanda R28

Croft,Ashley

CS17

Culver,Elizabeth PI90

Cummings,Kim PI92

Darrabie,Marcus GS03

Daviau,Jennifer PI80 deAlmeidadosSantos,AnnaBárbaraPI77

Dechant,Elizabeth CS19

Decker,Tracy GS03

DeHaan,Charlotte CS20

Dent,Julia PI47 deOliveiraPrado,NildaRosa PI89 deOliveiraRamalho,Aline PI77,PI81,PI89, R38

Derisma,Quantina PI62 deSouzaSilvaFreitas,Paula PI77,PI81,R38

Desvigne,Michael PI40

Dilliard,Lacee PI53

Dillinger,Anna PI57

Disanto,Kimberly PI06

Dodd, Emily R18

Dorman, Christine PI88

Doughty,Dorothy PI42

Drey,Steffanie PI90

Drummond-Smith,Enid PI17

Elder,Julie PI61

ElHoseney,Safwat CS35

ElLabban,Mohammed CS09

Ellsworth,Mary R09

Encarnacion,Christina PI48

Erickson,Stella R16,R37

Ermer-Seltun,JoAnn PI46

Estay,Alisha PI04

Falcone,Maureen PI57

Famorca,MaryJosephine R03

FarinasLugo,Daniel GS03

Fasciocco,Parese PI08

Fenkl,Eric PI01

FerreiraGasparDelCistia,MariaEmíliaR28

Fidai,Andrea PI10,R09

FlookBrown,Lauren PI13,PI15,R06

Folk,Amy R21

Fontanilla,JoanneMarie PI36

Forcier,Lea CS38

Forlizzi,Beatrice PI86

Francis,Kathleen CS13

Francy,Morgan PI90

Franklin,Tonda PI50

Furtado,Katia PI18

Galart,Kellsey PI51,PI58

Galiano,Robert CS35

Gardon,Kristin PI32

Garey,MaryLou PI22

Gassett,Bridget PI04

Gates,Judy PI50

Gaudio,Amanda CS24

Gebhardt,Casey CS30

Gerlach,Hannah GS02

Gesing,Brittany CS03

Gilles-Fowler,Wadia CS07

Gleitz,Renee CS09

Gleue,Heather CS24,PI49

GoncalvesdeOliveira,Renata PI89

Gonzalez,Arturo PI17

Gorski,JaniceErbe CS21,CS31

Gould,Lindsey PI20

Greenstein,Emily CS04,CS06,PI40

Grove,Andrea PI52

GuerreroGamboa,NidiaSandra R40

Guyette,Julie PI54

HamiltonChilders,Mya PI54

Hamm,Tiffany PI18,PI19

Handsaker,Joanne R10

Hansen,AnneSteen R05

Hansen,Mads R24

Haridas,Balakrishna R39

Harman,Melinda GS02,R20

Hassan,Esraa CS09

Hayden,Peggy PI21

Hazelton-Hardy,Kristin CS30

Heitschmidt,Mary R09

HelenaCamponezBárbaraRédua,HeloisaPI81

Henriquez,Danuta PI36

Herbst,Ken CS13

Hermann,Megan R04

Hill,Rosemary CS18,CS36

Hinson,Lauren PI79

Hockenberry,Marilyn PI60

Hodges,Daphne PI14

Hopkins,Casey GS02,R20

HoribeSong,Elaine PI19

Hudson,Ashley R11

Hughes,Pamela PI36

Hung,Alice PI27

Ingram,Stephanie PI39

Isaac,Dona CS01

Ishizawa,Mihoko R12

Jain, Nitesh CS09

Jain, Shikha CS09

Jama,Abbas CS09

Jaudon,Jane PI42

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ABSTRACT AUTHOR INDEX

JensenLichtman,Tammy GS03

Johnson-Meah,Dana PI31

Johnston,Jessica

CS10,PI21

Joshi,Chitang CS35

Kameka,Natalie R25,R26

Karnes,Kimberly PI28

Kelechi,Teresa R14

Kelly,Matthew CS25,R21,R22,R23,R24, R25,R26

Kempton,Lynne

Kendrick,Rosella Khan,Syed

Kieswetter,Kris Kim,JungYoon Kim,Katie Kim,Paul King,Erica King,MaDolor Klanderman,Molly Klein,Robert Knight,Suzanne Knobles,Mary Koblauch,Henrik Koch,Alexandra Koutroumpis,Catherine Kraynak,Diane Langin,Julia Lebedinskaya,Nataliya LeonardiBarreto,Danielle Leone,Erin Levy,Gillian Lewis,MaryAnne Liao,Julieann Licare,Jennifer Lichtman,TammyJensen Lima,AnaCarolinadeAlmeira Lin,Jiunn-Ru(Angela) Linh,Thuy Linker,Amy LopesPinto,Gabrielli Loughran,MaryC Lucas,Heather

Lucero-calabro,Luz LunaAnderson,Crystal MacDonaldRossetto,Krista Madisetti,Moby

Makofske, Melissa

PI07,R01 PI39

CS25,R22

CS20 R14

CS10,PI21

Marcanikova,Marketa GS02

Marcelo-DeCastro,Lucille PI05

Marin,Alessandra PI89,R38

Marinova,Petya PI71,PI72,PI73,R34

Marinova,Rali PI71,PI72,PI73,R34

Markiewitz,Rachel PI08

Marra,Vanessa PI43

Marshall-Hanson,Carol CS14

Masuda,Tomiko R12

Mathews,Carol R21

MatiasRentes,Claudia PI89

Mazócoli,Eliane PI89

McCarthy,Catherine R10

McCarthy,Robert R09

McClanahan,Rachel PI02

McCord,Shannon PI60

McCrateProtus,Bridget PI75

McDonald,LaToya R20

McElveen-Edmonds,Keisha PI59

McGrogan,Marie CS12

Mckay,Colleen PI37

McLaughlin,Kathleen CS23

McLaury,Kristen PI04

Megal,Christina PI55

Meisler,Jana PI30

Metge,Shannon PI07

Milne,CatherineT. PI18,PI19,PI40

Miyamae,Nao R12

Mize,Jeff PI18,PI19

Modell,Julia R07

Mohamed,Adam R16,R37

Moller,Shannon CS19

Molligoda,Vinati PI10

Montague,Mary R02

Montuande,Karen PI81

Moore,Aaliyah CS23

Morencie,Mackenzie PI31

Morgana,Anna PI78

Morris,Jessica R03

Moseley,Deondra PI53

Mueller,Martina R14

Mulekar,Madhuri GS04

Mulemba,Tadala PI60

Mullins,Jennifer PI51,PI58

Munoz,Emely PI45

Muñoz-Hidalgo,Lourdes PI18

Murdoch,Julie R11,R19

Napolitano,Ralph PI40

Nasr,Isam R07

Nelson,Melissa PI39

Nemec,Lindsay PI55

Netsch,Debra PI46

Nguyen,Ann PI11

Nherera,Leo R19,R27

ABSTRACT AUTHOR INDEX

Nicoludis,Janet PI56

No,Dayeong R17

Nogueira,PaulaCristina PI89,R38

Norton,Joanna PI63,PI64

Novotny,Sarah R04

O’Brien,Wendy PI06

O’Leary,Michael R11

O’Riley,Connie CS23

Obst,MaryAnne PI38

Onwonga,Lidia PI59

Ortega,Gina CS01

otsuji-Miwa,Naoko PI16

Otts,JoAnn GS04

Pacis,Michelle PI85,PI91

Palaski,Christine PI23

Pantoja,Roselyn PI45

Paragas,Brenda PI37

Parker,Sandra CS11

Parnell,Sally CS37

Patterson,Joanne CS10,PI21

Pease,Laura R02

Peralta,Jennifer PI01

PerezVarela,Alicia R30

Perry-Woodford,Zarah PI71,PI72,PI73,R34

Pessoa,Miwako PI85,PI91

Peworski,Charles R03

Philip,Lincy PI69

Pilati,Louis CS34

Pirro,Lisa PI51,PI58

Pittman,Joyce GS04

Poleshuck,Rebecca PI39

Porter,Justin PI66

Prado,Janis PI19

Prentice,Margie R14

Price,Nancy PI31

Prunty,Pam PI51,PI58

Pugh,Kathy CS23

Pyle,Sally PI51,PI58

Raff,Marianne R24

Ramundo,Janet PI42

Ritchie,Adrienne R03

Rizzo,Monica CS11

Roche,Danielle PI52

Rolfsen,Thomas R24

Rolstad,BonnieSue PI46

Rothermel,CherylBrach PI30

Rozman,Kimberly CS05

Rybicki,Sara R23,R25,R26

Sadik,Ali CS09

Sakai-Imoto,Chizu CS22

Saltzman,Jill

PI49

Sanders,Mikal R04

Sandoval,Cass PI54

Sanford,Michele R09

Santos,Tania PI18

Sanzo,Elizabeth CS38

Sarff,Laura PI02

Saxe,Jonathan PI76

Scafide,Katherine GS01

Scardillo,Jody CS30

Schleis,Cynthia PI31

Schlitt,Emilie CS07

Schmidt,Marisa R39

Schneider,Anna PI90

Seekell,Raymond R16,R37

Sheehan,Lauren CS30

Shieh,DrDavid PI45

Shuman,Susan CS29

Siegmeister,Donna PI74

Siegmund,LeeAnne R02

SilvaSantos,AryanneCarolyne PI81

Simman,Richard CS29

Singbartl,Kai R03

Singh,Charleen PI11

Sitar,Ami PI30

Small,Kelly R18

Smith,Dave R16,R37

Smith,Emily PI54

Smith,Phyllis PI22

SoaresNogueira,Rafael PI77

Song,Elaine PI18

Song,Elizabeth PI26

Sotomayor,Ron GS03,PI76

Speyrer,Marcus PI40

Spilman,Ellie PI90

Spitzer,Mandy PI35,R08,R10,R11,R19,R27

Stassi,Jenea PI28

Stipek,Elizabeth CS27

Stokes,Ben R39

Stokes,Stephanie PI12

Sullivan,Rhonda R15

SullivanJean,Jezsika R15

Swedenburg-Murphy,Rosemary PI44

Swoboda,Laura CS39,CS40,PI09

Syed,Leena

Tanasapphaisal,Chutiwan PI85,PI91

Tatangelo,Jill PI21

Taylor,Beth

GS02 R18

Taylor,Reagan CS35,GS03

TeixeiraMoraes,Juliano PI77

ABSTRACT AUTHOR INDEX

TestermanMitra,Erin PI43

Thabet,Thanoon PI25

Thomas,Simone PI57

Thorpe,Ashley CS30

Thurman,Kristen R04

Torrieri,Lisa PI23

Town,Emily CS11,PI13,PI15

Truland,Donna CS30

Tsuchida,Toshie R12

Turner,Barbara PI17

Turner,Marie CS11

Ullrich,Peter CS35

Ulma,Jennifer PI28

Vargo,Deanna PI34

Varty,Maureen PI07,R01

Velazquez,Briann CS07

Verma,Swati PI31

Vestergaard,Martin R05,R24

Vezina,Maria PI06

Vogt,Marjorie PI22

Wahdan,Eyad PI45

Wallace,Laura CS20

Walls,Michelle PI53

Wang,Ying PI50

Ward,Leslie

PI07

Washburn,Abby GS02

Weideman,Yvonne CS10,PI21

Weir,Dot CS33,PI40

Weissman,Joshua CS35

Whaley,MaryAnn PI12

White,Jason R18

Williams,April PI57

Willis,Michael PI41

Wojastyk,Lais GS05,R29

Wood,Sandy PI53

Wright,Lisa R18

Wynn,Taylor PI26

Xu,Ying PI08

Yamada,Eri R12

Yee,Cynthia PI85,PI91

Yoo,Seoyeon R07

Yount,Sarah CS22

Yu,ShinYoung CS35

Yurko,Yuliya R20

Yusupova,Alla PI39

Zamarripa,Cecilia CS24,PI49,R21

Zern,Bridget CS16

Zhang,Zheng R16,R37

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BOOTH EXHIBITING AS

108 US Med-Equip 110 L&R USA INC 111 Suportx, Inc. 112 StomaDome 113 Stomagienics, Inc

114 Prism Medical Products

116 Ten Aces Med, LLC.

117 HR HealthCare

119 Gideons International, The 121 Skinister Medical

126 EZ Debride by MDM Wound Ventures

127 Advanced Oxygen Therapy Inc 132 Essity

133 Parachute Health 140 Altrazeal

141 Rooke Products by Osborn Medical 143 Seneca Devices

158 WOCNext Innovation Hub

200 Byram Healthcare 202 Winona State University

209 Luminos Pro 210 Integra LifeScience

211 Puracyn Plus by Innovacyn 213 Ferris Mfg Corp (PolyMem)

216 Medline Industries, Inc 227 DeRoyal 232 Owens and Minor 239 Alpha Modalities LLC

240 Advanced Medical Balloons Inc.

241 The Wound Pros, LLC

242 Kerecis

243 Masimo Corporation

249 Agiliti 257 WoundZoom by Perceptive Solutions

259 Cork Medical LLC

300 National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP)

301 Net Health Wound Care 302 WOC Nursing Certification Board

Hollister Incorporated

Smith+Nephew

EHOB, Inc

MiMedx 335 Casco Mfg Solutions Inc

BOOTH EXHIBITING AS

338 Sanuwave Health Inc

medaxis

NelDerm®

Baxter

356 KEM Enterprises, Inc

Bravida Medical

Torbot Group, Inc

Consure Medical 427 Convatec 432 VATA Inc 434 WEB WOC Programs

OVIK Health

437 Foda Holdings Ltd

439 Ultra Wound Care, Inc .

440 QuickChange / UI Medical

442 Post University

449 Calmoseptine, Inc

451 Abbott

453 Takeda Pharmaceuticals USA IncGATTEX

456 STRATUS PHARMACEUTICALS

457 D-Ostomy by Sanguine Technology

458 Reserve Medical

459 Medtrition®

500 Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ (WOCN®)

501 Marlen Manufacturing & Development Co

507 Coloplast Corp

515 Solventum

534 HARTMANN USA, Inc

536 Savaria (Handicare & Span Americas)

539 DARCO International, Inc

541 Quest Healthcare, A Division of Quest Products LLC

543 ExtremityCare™

548 KISS Healthcare

549 Umano Medical

550 Global Health Products Inc .

552 National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy®

556 HoverTech an Etac Company

558 Marketlab

609 Critical Care Marketing

627 Urgo Medical

GREEN listing indicates first-time exhibitors.

BOOTH EXHIBITING AS

633 Ostoform Limited

638 Access Woundcare

640 Juzo®

642 Northshore Care Supply

648 Healogics™

649 ASP Global

653 Better Health | Ostomy Supply & Medical Supplies

700 World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®)

701 Safe n` Simple LLC

702 Edgepark

708 Frontier Therapeutics

709 NATROX® Wound Care

710 Comfort Medical LLC

711 Century Pharmaceuticals, Inc

712 Histologics, LLC

719 Attends Healthcare Products, Inc

726 Global Medical Foam

728 WoundVision

729 Winfield Laboratories, Inc

731 Medical Monks, Inc.

733 Boehringer Laboratories, LLC

735 Dale Medical Products Inc

738 Molnlycke Health Care

748 MPM Medical

749 WOCNext Connection Hub

752 Sonoma Pharmaceuticals. Inc.

809 Ethos™ Therapy Solutions

813 AROA

815 Huntleigh

817 Fistula Solution Corporation

819 Revel! by Arnasi

826 Nu-Hope Laboratories Inc

828 Archangel

832 Designs for Vision, Inc .

833 Foot + Nail Institute, LLC

834 Engineered Tissue Solutions (ETS)

835 South Central Chapter of the WOCN Society

837 Rocky Mountain Chapter of the WOCN® Society

839 United Ostomy Associations of America

841 Youth Rally Committee Inc

843 BD

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ABBOTT BOOTH # 451

Columbus, OH

Phone: 614-624-7677

www.abbottnutrition.com

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

ACCESS WOUNDCARE

Colorado Springs, CO

Phone: 313-999-0933

BOOTH # 638

ADVANCED MEDICAL BALLOONS INC. BOOTH # 240

Atlanta, GA

Phone: 404-565-4907

www.amb-medtec.com

ADVANCED OXYGEN THERAPY INC. BOOTH # 127

Oceanside, CA

Phone: 760-431-4700, Fax: 760-683-3063

aotinc.net

AOTI’s mission is to help all people with chronic conditions get back to living life to the fullest. AOTI is committed to enhancing access to care, improving quality of life, and advancing health equity. TWO2 therapy is the only multi-modality therapy proven in both RCT and RWE studies to reduce hospitalizations by more than 80% and to reduce amputations by more than 70% with a 6x lower recurrence rate over 12 months.

Our NEXA™ NPWT System combines the simplicity of disposable NPWT with performance features of traditional durable NPWT technology platforms. The NEXA System is a multi-week, multipatient, disposable NPWT device that offers clinically effective, easy to use, portable and affordable wound care.

AGILITI

Eden Prairie, MN

Toll Free: 800-814-9389

Phone: 800-814-9389

www.agilitihealth.com

BOOTH # 249

Agiliti helps hospitals reclaim millions in wasted medical equipment spending while supporting improved outcomes. In 7,000+ healthcare facilities, our experts free clinicians to spend time caring for patients — not searching for equipment. We deliver sustained savings through our integrated Equipment Value Management (EVM) framework and Clinical Engineering, Onsite and Rental Services.

ALPHA MODALITIES LLC

Federal Way, WA

Phone: 800 -273-5749

www.alphamodalities.com

BOOTH # 239

Alpha Modalities’ focus is on providing cost effective long term solutions for Safe Patient Mobilization. As the designer and manufacturer of washable, wipeable and SPU slings for both ceiling and floor based lifts, we guarantee compatibility on all hardware systems currently sold in the North American market. All our products are manufactured in the USA.

ALTRAZEAL BOOTH # 140

Addison, TX

Phone: 214-905-5145, Fax: 214-905-5130

www.altrazeal.com

Altrazeal is an innovative, transforming powder dressing used in the treatment of surgical, acute, and chronic wounds that may be left on the wound for up to 30 days. Its granules aggregate upon hydration with saline to form a moist, oxygen permeable film that contours to and seals the entire wound surface, helps manage exudate and prevents exogenous bacteria from entering the wound. Altrazeal’s extended wear time not only reduces exposure to infection and allows the wound bed to heal undisturbed by reducing dressing changes, but also significantly reduces medical labor utilization and material costs for our users. Once the wound heals, the product flakes off. If the wound does not heal completely before a necessary dressing change, the non-adhesive dressing can be removed easily by saturating with saline and lifting off with a pair of forceps. Altrazeal is being successfully used in a wide range of traumatic, surgical and chronic wounds, including lacerations, avulsions, skin tears, surgical incisions and excisions, graft sites, dehiscence, second degree burns, as well as pressure sores, diabetic foot, venous stasis and other leg and decubitus ulcers.

PINK listing indicates first-time exhibitors.

EXHIBITOR DIRECTORY

PROGRAM

ARCHANGEL BOOTH # 828

Pittsburgh, PA

AROA BOOTH # 813

San Diego, CA

Phone: 877-627-6224

aroa.com/product/endoform

Kickstart care of acute & chronic wounds. The only extracellular matrix (ECM) available to all wound professionals (including nurses) from day one. Endoformis a unique ECM that supports all phases of wound healing. Simple and easy to use, Endoform provides a natural, porous bioscaffold to help build new tissue. Endoform is appropriate for use early in wound management to escape the inflammatory phase and advance healing to the proliferative phase. Endoform Naturaland Endoform Antimicrobial are indicated for the management of acute and chronic wounds including: Partial and full thickness wounds Pressure ulcers Venous ulcers Diabetic ulcers Chronic vascular ulcers Tunneled/undermined wounds

ASP GLOBAL BOOTH # 649

Austell, GA

Phone: 404-696-6999

aspglobal.com

ASP Global gives healthcare organizations greater control over their product supply chain by providing direct sourcing solutions. Innovation, superior quality, and clinical excellence has made PRIMO by ASP one of the market leaders specializing in preventive wound care products. PRIMO’S clinically designed products contribute to eliminating unnecessary costs by minimizing the possibilities of hospitalacquired pressure injuries resulting in positive patient outcomes.

ATTENDS HEALTHCARE PRODUCTS, INC.

Greenville, NC

Phone: 919-924-8750

www.attends.com

BOOTH # 719

Attindas Hygiene Partners is a global provider of high-quality personal care products. We are dedicated to enhancing the comfort and well-being of individuals of all ages. Our focus on innovation and excellence is reflected in our diverse range of products designed to meet the needs of adult incontinence, baby care, and clinical products.

Attends, our premium-quality adult incontinence product line, is committed to innovation and care. It provides reliable solutions for managing urinary and fecal incontinence, allowing individuals to maintain an active and independent lifestyle.

From diapers to youth pants, our Comfees products are crafted with tender care and attention to detail, ensuring the utmost comfort and protection for babies and children at every stage of development.

At Attindas Hygiene Partners, we strive to exceed expectations by delivering products that combine quality performance, comfort, and value.

BAXTER

Chicago, IL

Toll Free: 800-445-3730

Phone: 800-422-9837

www.baxter.com

Every day, millions of patients, caregivers and healthcare providers rely on Baxter’s leading portfolio of diagnostic, critical care, kidney care, nutrition, hospital and surgical products used across patient homes, hospitals, physician offices and other sites of care. Baxter employees worldwide are building upon the company’s rich heritage of medical breakthroughs to advance the next generation of transformative healthcare innovations. Hillrom products are now part of Baxter’s global portfolio.

BD

Franklin Lakes, NJ

Phone: 201-847-6800

bd.com

BETTER HEALTH | OSTOMY SUPPLY

& MEDICAL SUPPLIES

Miami, FL

Phone: 954-449-6552

BOEHRINGER LABORATORIES, LLC

Phoenixville, PA

BRAVIDA MEDICAL

Geneva, IL

Toll Free: 888-508-2872

Phone: 619-925-2525

www.bravidamedical.com

Anaseptis an extremely safe and gentle FDA cleared broadspectrum antimicrobial used topically in the effective treatment (wound bed preparation) for acute to chronic, at-risk wounds.

Anasept is an isotonic, non-cytotoxic solution available in 2 forms depending on wound type: Anasept Antimicrobial Skin & Wound Cleanser Anasept Antimicrobial Skin & Wound Gel

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Anasept is OTC and clinically proven more effective than Normal Saline by reducing colonization without damaging healthy cells and tissue. Anasept is extremely effective against pathogenic bacteria, fungi, viruses, and spores commonly found in the wound bed including antibiotic resistant strains and multi-drug resistant organisms such as CRE, VRE, pseudomonas, staph, MRSA, candida albicans, candida auris, etc. Anasept offers unmatched control of wound odor and thereare no known microbial resistances to Anasept. Wound healing is ac

BYRAM HEALTHCARE

White Plains, NY

Toll Free: 877-902-9726

Phone: 877-902-9726, Fax: 866-811-4500 www.byramhealthcare.com

BOOTH # 200

Since 1968, Byram Healthcare has been helping to improve health outcomes and affordability of care for people managing their chronic conditions at home. Our therapies include Diabetes, Ostomy,Wound Care, Urology, Incontinence,and Breast Pumps for expecting moms. We work with traditional Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. Byram is also a contracted provider with 600+ healthcare plans, which includes over 90% of U.S. covered lives. Our employees are committed to making a positive difference in the lives of our customers. From expertise in product recommendations to navigating the complexities of the insurance coverage landscape, these are reasons why customers trust Byram for fulfilling their medical supply needs.

CALMOSEPTINE, INC.

Huntington Beach, CA

Toll Free: 800-800-3405

Phone: 714-840-3405, Fax: 714-840-9810 www.calmoseptine.com

BOOTH # 449

Calmoseptine® Inc. promotes Calmoseptine® Ointment for the prevention and treatment of skin irritations from moisture such as urinary and fecal incontinence. It is also effective for irritations from perspiration, wound drainage, fecal & vaginal fistulas and feeding tube site leakage. Calmoseptine® Ointment temporarily relieves discomfort and itching. Free samples at our booth!

CASCO MFG SOLUTIONS INC. BOOTH # 335

Cincinnati, OH

Toll Free: 800-843-1339

Phone: 513-681-0003, Fax: 513-853-3605

www.cascomfg.com

With 40 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Casco Manufacturing Solutions is proud to say that it designs, manufactures, and distributes high quality preventative healthcare products to many different markets – namely the long term, acute and home care segments. We make many products, including C-Matt Mattresses, Stretcher Pads, Pediatrics, Bariatrics, OR Table Pads, Specialty Mattresses, Custom Products, and Prevention Wheelchair Cushions. These products help keep the patient safe and comfortable, help facilitate proper healing and treatment of injuries, and work to prevent further injuries and/or the worsening of injuries when using the mattress, thus allowing us at Casco to further achieve our goal and mission to improve patient outcomes one surface at a time.

Please stop by out booth to help us celebrate out 60th year of business.

CENTURY PHARMACEUTICALS, INC. BOOTH # 711

Indianapolis, IN

Toll Free: 866-343-2576

Phone: 317-849-4210, Fax: 317-849-4263

GetDakins.com

Want to win free Dakin’s samples by answering Dakin’s Solution Trivia? Come to Booth 213!As the exclusive manufacturer of Dakin’s Solution for the past 35+ years, we invite you to visit Booth 213to learn more about our antimicrobial solution. We offer topical non-cytotoxic products for a variety of needs. We produce Dakin’s as a drug and as a medical device for the ease of administration.

Visit GetDakins.com/WOCNext or email Sales@dakins.net for more info.

COLOPLAST CORP.

Minneapolis, MN

Toll Free: 800-533-0464

Phone: 800-533-0464

www.coloplast.us

BOOTH # 507

Coloplast develops products and services that make life easier for people with intimate healthcare needs. Working closely with the people who use our products, we create solutions that are sensitive to their special needs. Our business includes ostomy care, continence care, wound & skin care and interventional urology.

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COMFORT MEDICAL LLC

Coral Springs, FL

Toll Free: 800-393-8199

www.comfortmedical.com

BOOTH # 710

We are here to help your patients learn about product usage and adopt the right routines. We help them through the insurance process and ensure they always have the products they need.

MyComfort includes:

• Handling of prescriptions and paperwork

• Free, flexible, and discreet delivery

• Personalized service and support

• Order and reorder by phone, app, or the web

• MyComfort Self-Assessments

In addition to reliable on-time delivery of their medical supplies, Comfort Medical now supports patients through personal practical and emotional support they need to help them navigate through their condition

CONSURE MEDICAL

Lewisville, TX

consuremedical.com

BOOTH # 359

Warm welcome by Consure Medical toattendees!

We acknowledge and thank you all for your advocacy & dedication to the care of patients everywhere.

CONVATEC

Bridgewater, NJ

Toll Free: 800-422-8811

www.convatec.com

BOOTH # 427

At Convatec, we’re on a journey to forever caring. It’s our promise to giving patients and healthcare providers the support they need. With this new promise comes a new, more human identity.

CRITICAL CARE MARKETING

Edgewood, KY

Phone: 859-331-2020

criticalcaremarketing.com

BOOTH # 609

Market the Amazing new fully waterproof DrySee Dressing. The smart dressing that tells you when it is time to change or when the dressing has been compromised.

DALE MEDICAL PRODUCTS INC. BOOTH # 735

Franklin, MA

Toll Free: 800-343-3980

Phone: 508-316-4710

www.dalemed.com

Dale products help make health care better, with lower infection rates, more efficient use of time, increased patient satisfaction and greater cost accountability. Dale products include our NEW BreezeLock Endotracheal Tube Holder, Nasogastric Tube Holder, Foley Catheter Holders, Bendable Armboards, Post-Surgical Bra, Abdominal Binder, and ACE Connector. Visit us for free evaluation samples.

DARCO INTERNATIONAL, INC.

Huntington, WV

Toll Free: 800-999-8866

Phone: 304-781-5249, Fax: 304-522-0037

www.darcointernational.com

BOOTH # 539

Thanks for viewing the DARCO International, Inc. E-Booth! DARCO products are excellent when treating lesions and grade 1-2 wounds/ulcerations of the feet. They are easy to apply and comfortable for the patient. Darco prides itself on manufacturing quality offloading products that are very economical and effective in assisting the healing process. The Peg Assist, DUO Shoe, OrthoWedge, HeelWedge and Wound Care Shoe System are used every day by clinicians around the world in treatment of wounds and ulcerations of the feet. You may also view product tutorials online via our website at www. darcointernational.com

DEROYAL

Powell, TN

Toll Free: 800-337-6725

Phone: 865-362-1357, Fax: 865-362-3728 www.deroyal.com

BOOTH # 227

With an ever-expanding customer base, DeRoyal has built one of the most vertically integrated companies in the medical business. We believe that service levels must always exceed expectations so that our customers can concentrate on caring for patients. We currently offer over 25,000 different healthcare products in our major categories.

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DESIGNS FOR VISION, INC.

Bohemia, NY

Toll Free: 800-345-4009

Fax: 631-737-1842

www.designsforvision.com

BOOTH # 832

EHOB, INC.

Indianapolis, IN

Toll Free: 800-899-5553

Phone: 317-646-0498, www.ehob.com

BOOTH # 327

Visualize infections in real time with REVEAL, the only wearable fluorescence detection system that allows you to visually identify bacterial load and guide your treatment in real time.

D-OSTOMY BY SANGUINE TECHNOLOGYBOOTH # 457

Dunmore, PA

Toll Free: 877-836-7866

Phone: 877-836-7866

d-ostomy.com

Get Ready for Something New. Well, if you had told any of us five years ago that we would be selling ostomy appliances, none of us would’ve believed you. But then life presented some challenging scenarios and it seemed to us that things could be better. It started slowly, with one nurse recognizing the problem and wondering why so many patients were suffering with poorly fitting ostomies. Through fate or good luck, she connected with three surgeons who were similarly frustrated with the available options for their patients in need. And just like that, a team was born. We are a nurse, three surgeons, an MIT grad, and an engineer, united to create products for the patients who need them most. We’ve worked together to bring a novel ostomy appliance to the market, designed to work around difficult anatomic challenges.We are here, at your service, ready to help you find exactly the right products to meet theunique needs of your patients.

EDGEPARK BOOTH # 702

Twinsburg, OH

Toll Free: 800-321-0591

Phone: 800-321-0591, Fax: 330-963-6172 www.edgepark.com

Edgepark is an industry leader in the home delivery of ostomy care supplies, offering comprehensive resources that make it easy for healthcare professionals to deliver caring service to their patients. Leading Product Selection •Nearly 40,000 products from more than 700 manufacturers •6,000 instock ostomy supplies, including pouches, skin barriers, and accessories

Learn how EHOB is advancing healthcare and helping facilities achieve better outcomes every day.

WAFFLE Support Surfaces are clinically proven solutions designed to achieve better patient outcomes with effective pressure redistribution through immersion and envelopment. With the WAFFLE Overlay and WAFFLE Cushion, you can have confidence your patients are protected throughout the continuum of care.

EHOB’s Heel Protectors are designed to meet the individual needs of your patients. We offer a variety of heel protector solutions that range from reactive air, the Foot WAFFLE, to fiber-filled, TruVue and TruVue Lite, to allow healthcare teams to customize the fit around the patient’s foot and ankle.

EHOB Patient Positioning solutions are designed to simplify strenuous turning, repositioning and boosting to create simple movements that reduce staff injury and sacral pressure injuries. Our offerings include ATR+

ENGINEERED TISSUE SOLUTIONS (ETS) BOOTH # 834

Rolla, MO

Phone: 573-458-5966

www.etswoundcare.com

At Engineered Tissue Solutions, we are committed to treating challenging wounds. Mirragen®is the only antimicrobial bioactive glass wound matrix on the market. A unique, inorganic skin substitute, it’s intentionally engineered to simplify the work of storage, ordering and tracking while also providing safe and effective wound care that delivers peace of mind to you and your patients. Mirragenis not derived from humans or animals, so there is no need to track or maintain tissue records in the clinic. >Mirragen can be stored at room temperature for up to five years and there’s no need to pre-order. >Mirragen requires no preparation steps prior to use. Simply tear open the package and apply to the wound surface. It bonds with the natural tissue in the wound bed and dissolves in physiological fluid, so there is no need to remove it. >Mirragen is made of natural body elements, including Calcium, Boron, Magnesium and Phosphorusthat are essential for thephases of wound healing. >Mirragen is proven safe and effective. In a randomized controlled trial, no adverse events were observed. SIZES INCLUDE:2.5 cm x 2.5 cm (1x1”) 5.1 cm x 5.1 cm (2x2”)

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ESSITY

Charlotte, NC

Phone: 800-552-1157

www.essity.com

BOOTH # 132

Essity is a leading global hygiene & health company dedicated to improving well-being through products and solutions. Essentials for everyday life.

We provide high-quality wound and incontinence care, orthopedic, and compression products. Our innovative and cost-effective solutions, coupled with our expertise, cutting edge technology, and global coverage, allow for better patient care outcomes.

Additionally, our customers and partners value our support through state-of-the-art training and education. Essity sells in approximately 150 countries under leading global brands Cutimed®, Hydrofera Blue®, Leukoplast®, JOBST®, Delta-Cast®, and TENA®

Learn more at www.essity.com.

ETHOS™ THERAPY SOLUTIONS

Blue Bell, PA

Toll Free: 888-861-8612

Phone: 888-861-8612, Fax: 844-533-0601 www.ethosoutcomes.com

BOOTH # 809

Did you know that Air Fluidized Therapy is available in the home to treat Stage 3 and 4 pressure injuries? Medicare, Medicaid, and other commercial insurance plans could provide this treatment to members and other therapy surfaces. Ethos, your trusted partner, can help you understand payer coverage policies and navigate the documentation and authorization process. Visit us at booth #809 to learn how Ethos collaborates with healthcare teams to help align the ideal therapy to patient treatment goals. At Ethos, we believe OutcomesMatter™ for patients with pressure injuries.

EXTREMITYCARE™

Conshohocken, PA

Phone: 888-694-6694, Fax: 800-886-8266 www.extremitycare.com

BOOTH # 543

At Extremity Care, our focus is on human derived cell and tissue products. Those technologies support the repair, reconstruction, replacement, or supplementation of the patient’s own tissue. Instead of mainly treating the symptoms of chronic conditions, they are designed to address the root of causes.

Additionally, we provide compliant handling of human tissue to and from your clinic with ourcareLOG™shipping logistic. Our Team is there to support your clinic throughout ordering, shipping & handling process even if the product needs to be returned.

EZ DEBRIDE BY MDM WOUND VENTURES BOOTH # 126

San Antonio, TX

Toll Free: 888-884-7515

Phone: 888-884-7515, www.ezdebride.com

Designed by a surgeon and manufactured in the United States, EZ Debride is a first-of-its-kind, disposable product that offers an easy and precise sharp debridement method for both certified clinicians with little or no previous debriding experience (with proper training) and clinical debridement experts alike. EZ Debride’s cutting flutes allows for a uniform cutting plane and a uniform cutting depth for the removal of non-viable tissue and bioburden rapidly, easily and safely –particularly from larger wounds.

FERRIS MFG. CORP. (POLYMEM) BOOTH # 213

Ft Worth, TX

Toll Free: 800-765-9636

Phone: 817-900-1404, Fax: 817-625-4277

www.polymem.com

Heal Better with PolyMem® PolyMem is a versatile dressing shown to reduce a patient’s total wound pain experience, while actively encouraging healing. All PolyMem dressings effectively cleanse, fill, absorb and moisten wounds throughout the healing continuum. When you use PolyMem dressings, you eliminate the need to stock most other wound care products on your shelves, including: alginates, hydrogels, hydrocolloids, foams and much more! Control Inflammation, Reduce Pain, Increase Healing...That’s the power of PolyMem® PolyMem dressings debride and constantly cleanse the wound bed, while also managing exudate. The wound bed will not be disturbed during dressing changes because PolyMem dressings are non-adherent. PolyMem also stimulates healing by drawing fluid (including nutrition and growth factors) to the wound. PolyMem dressings are specifically designed to control inflammation to where it is needed — in the wound. This helps reduce swelling and pain which helps reduce the risk of infection which support the healing process.

FISTULA SOLUTION CORPORATION BOOTH # 817

Scandia, MN

Toll Free: 800-275-4524

fistulasolution.com

Fistula Solution’s devices are the standard of care for enteric fistulas and high output ostomy stomas and they are developing innovative new devices for post-surgical ostomy complications, rectovaginal fistulas, surgical drain wounds, and necrotizing soft tissue infections.

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FODA HOLDINGS LTD

Metro Vancouver, British Columbia Canada

Phone: (780) 718-4620

BOOTH # 437

We are introducing an innovative Sanitary Ostomy Drainage Device (SODD) to bridge the gap between the ostomy pouch and the toilet waterline. We, so to speak, bring the toilet up to the stoma. Come around to see it with your own eyes at booth 437 and meet up with the two Specialist Physician inventors. This is a product that received worldwide patents.

FOOT + NAIL INSTITUTE, LLC

Pickerington, OH

www.footandnailinstitute.com

BOOTH # 833

As a bedside nurse, Heather Wilson RN witnessed the lack of routine foot care services available to the aging population. Insurance restrictions was leaving seniors with limited resources to obtain safe, gentle, foot care services. In 2011, Heather launched Everyday Divinity to fill this gap in the healthcare system. She quickly learned the need for her services extended nationally. Calls were coming in from seniors across the nation looking for her services within their community. To fulfill this need, she launched the Foot and Nail Institute (FNI) in 2021. FNI is an online training program designed to help nurses nationally duplicate her successful business model. Nurses are given the tools and resources to learn how to create their own independent foot care business through our membership based community. When you are a member of FNI, you are never alone on your entrepreneurial journey.

FRONTIER THERAPEUTICS

Buffalo, NY

Phone: 716-713-0549

www.frontier-therapeutics.com

BOOTH # 708

For over 50 years, Frontier has supported healthcare providers on their mission to improve outcomes, with a portfolio of clinically

GIDEONS INTERNATIONAL, THE

Nashville, TN

Phone: 615-564-5000

www.gideons.org

BOOTH # 119

The Gideons International distributes white New Testaments with Psalms and Proverbs to all medical personnel at no charge in appreciation for what they do in our community.

GLOBAL HEALTH PRODUCTS INC. BOOTH # 550

Rochester, NY

Toll Free: 800-638-2870

Phone: 1-800-638-2870, Fax: 585-235-8918

www.globalhp.com

Global Health Products, a family-owned business based in Rochester, NY, has been dedicated to the healthcare industry for over 35 years. With a patient-focused approach, we design, manufacture, and distribute nutritional supplements for hospitals, dialysis centers, nursing homes, and more. Our product line includes LiquaCel® and PUSH 20+, which are designed to support wound care and pre/post-operative patients. Trusted by healthcare professionals, our supplements are tailored to enhance patient recovery and promote optimal healing outcomes. We prioritize the health and well-being of patients and individuals seeking effective wound care management.

GLOBAL MEDICAL FOAM BOOTH # 726

Lexington, OH

Phone: 419-565-2967

Global Medical Foam, Inc. offers a comprehensive and complete line of Pressure Management Products. we are an industry leader and the only one in the marketplace who can offer you the patented Conforming Comfort® line. This patented line promotes even tissue load distribution, secure positioning, as well as a specially designed core center to prevent bottoming-out.

HARTMANN USA, INC.

Rock Hill, SC

Phone: 800-243-2294

hartmannusa.com

BOOTH # 534

HARTMANN USA is a leading manufacturer of highperformance products in advanced and traditional wound management, sports medicine, and incontinence management. HARTMANN has been developing and implementing product solutions to promote healing, increase efficiencies and improve quality of life for over 200 years. Find out more- visit www.hartmannusa.com or call 1-800-243-2294.

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HEALOGICS™ BOOTH # 648

Jacksonville, FL

Toll Free: 800-379-9774

Phone: 800-379-9774, www.Healogics.com

Healogics is driving wound healing and prevention forward to help heal more wounds and change more lives. Our compassionate wound specialists have touched the lives of more than 2 million patients, preserving dignity and restoring hope. The impact of healing wounds through innovative care resonates profoundly through witnessing lives changed and building strong relationships with patients and their families.

Our goal is to SUPPORT wound care leaders through equipping clinicians with the best tools; promoting proven and truly effective healing solutions to those suffering from chronic, non-healing wounds. Training and development are at the core of who we are. We’re the experts at sharing best practices which in turn directly contribute to advanced wound healing. Our connected network of trained professionals provides care to millions of patients, but

HISTOLOGICS, LLC

Anaheim, CA

Toll Free: 888-235-2275

Phone: 888-235-2275, Fax: 888-738-9757 www.histologicswc.com

BOOTH # 712

Histologics, LLC’s primary objective is to advance the field of tissue removal/sampling into the 21st century (histologicswc. com). Gentle, effective tissue sampling and wound care practice should serve to save lives, worldwide. Years of dedication to improving healthcare led the company to innovate a different approach to obtain tissue samples and perform wound cleansing/debridement.

HOLLISTER INCORPORATED

Libertyville, IL

Phone: 224-419-9354

www.hollister.com

BOOTH # 306

Hollister Incorporated is an independent, employeeowned company that develops, manufactures, and markets healthcare products worldwide. The company develops and manufactures products for ostomy care, continence care and critical care, and also develops educational support materials for patients and healthcare professionals. Hollister Incorporated has been serving healthcare professionals and consumers for more than 95 years and is committed to making life more rewarding and dignified for people who use its products and services. Headquartered in Libertyville, Illinois, Hollister has manufacturing and distribution centers on three

continents and sells in more than 90 countries around the world. www.hollister.com

HOVERTECH AN ETAC COMPANY

Allentown, PA

Toll Free: 800-471-2776

Phone: 610-694-9600, Fax: 610-694-9601

www.hovermatt.com

HoverTech, an Etac company, is a leader in safe patient handling and mobility for acute care, post-acute and home healthcare. HoverTech, a pioneer in Safe Patient Handling and Mobility, created the HoverMatt® Air Mattress in 1997 and since its introduction has changed the lives of patients and caregivers worldwide by reducing pressure injuries, as well as musculoskeletal injuries of both patients and staff.

HR HEALTHCARE

HUNTLEIGH

Addison, IL

Phone: 303-552-8790

www.huntleigh-Healthcare.us

Huntleigh’s Diagnostic Division provides vascular diagnostic assessment and treatment products for your wound care practice. Our new launch device, WoundExpress, is a new concept thigh administered intermittent pneumatic compression device with a patented intermittent compression sequence at 60mmHg. WoundExpress is used as adjunct therapy to standard of care multi-layered bandaging in patients with venous edema and phlebolymphedema with venous leg and mixed etiology ulcers. Please come visit our booth to learn more about how our products can benefit your practice and improve patient outcomes.

INTEGRA LIFESCIENCE

Princeton, NJ

Toll Free: 800-654-2873

Phone: 732-371-9137

www.integralife.com

Integra LifeSciences, a worldwide leader in regenerative medicine, is dedicated to improving the quality of life for patients through the development of cost-effective solutions used to treat millions of patients every year. With over two decades of clinical efficacy and a reputation for delivering quality, Integra’s advanced wound care products are a premiere solution for clinicians. Focus: wound care specialist

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JUZO ® BOOTH # 640

Cuyahoga Falls, OH

Toll Free: 800-222-4999

Phone: 330-923-4999, Fax: 800-645-2519

www.juzousa.com

For over 100 years, Juzo has been a world leader in innovation and manufacturing of graduated compression garments. Juzo offers a complete line of compression garments and short stretch compression wraps. Designed with versatility, the Juzo compression wrap and accessories provides a complete wound care solution.

Juzo wrap Features:

• EZ Pull Tabs - Pull tabs for hassle free application

• Gap Resistant

• Machine Wash & Dry

• Reversible - The garment can be worn as black or beige

• Made in the U.S.A.

KEM ENTERPRISES, INC.

Ada, MI

Toll Free: 888-562-8802

Phone: 616-676-0213, Fax: 616-676-0235 www.kemonline.com

BOOTH # 356

KEM Enterprises, Inc. is a product development company and creator of the Osto-EZ-Vent®

The Osto-EZ-Vent® is the#1 preferred air release venting device for any manufacturers’ pouch. Whether you’re a Colostomate or Ileostomate, have a one piece, two piece, drainable, or closed end pouch, the OEV™ provides easy, quick access for a better alternative to burping or opening the bottom with less mess, less bother and more security.

The Osto-EZ-Vent® was specifically designed without a filter to quickly release air build up on demand. This ability aids in reducing pouch explosions and loose wafers. Because it is not a filtering device, the Osto-EZ-Vent® works efficiently, lasts as long as the pouch, does not become ineffective in water, and is easy to install and use.

Every component of the Osto-EZ-Vent® is made and assembled in the USA. This allows us at KEM Enterprises, Inc. to effectively monitor the Osto-EZ-Vent®and keep standards high.

KERECIS BOOTH # 242

Arlington, VA

Phone: 703-287-8752

Kerecis.com

Kerecis Omega3 MariGen is a fish-skin graft that is homologous to human skin and is used for tissue regeneration. Kerecis Omega3 MariGen is FDA indicated for multiple clinical applications.

Because there is no risk of a viral-disease transfer from Atlantic cod to humans, the fish skin needs only mild processing for medical use and maintains its natural structure and elements, including Omega3 fatty acids.

When grafted onto damaged human tissue such as a burn or a wound, the fish-skin graft recruits the body’s own cells, supporting the body’s own ability to regenerate. The fish skin is a natural microbial barrier.

The superior clinical and economical performance of Kerecis Omega3 MariGen has been demonstrated in two nonindustry funded, double-blind, randomized clinical trials and in numerous other clinical studies.

KISS HEALTHCARE

Chino Hills, CA

Phone: 909-632-1361, Fax: 909-632-1353

www.kisshealthcare.com

BOOTH # 548

The KISS Wound Photo Guide is a patented wound assessment, documentation and measurement tool using color coding standardization of size to visually scale a wound with wound care photography. Designed with the consultation of legal experts, the inherent problems/liabilities of digital photography are addressed, keeping truth in the photograph.

L&R USA INC.

Milwaukee, WI Toll Free: 855-892-4140 Phone: 414-892-4140, Fax: 414-892-4150 www.lohmann-rauscher.us

BOOTH # 110

L&R USA INC. is an affiliate of our global parent company Lohmann & Rauscher, which has a 160-year history as a wellrecognized and respected global manufacturer and supplier of innovative wound care and compression therapy solutions.

Explore our portfolio of trusted brands including Debrisoft®, Suprasorb®, Vliwasorb®, ReadyWrap®, plus BIOPAD™ and BIOCOL™ collagen, and Zorflex®, a 100% activated carbon wound contact dressing for chronic non-healing wounds.

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LUMINOS PRO

San Francisco, CA

Phone: 833-517-2855

luminospro.com

BOOTH # 209

Luminos Pro is a medical provider of advanced light and laser modules. As a medical wholesaler, we are focused on providing a variety of the latest medical equipment with an emphasis on the advantages of light. At Luminos Pro we offer a wide array of tools, equipment, and supplies for medical, wellness, or aesthetic use. That is why Luminos Pro is happy to service various medical industries and offer the most innovative top-ofthe-line technology.

MARKETLAB

Caledonia, MI

MEDAXIS BOOTH #

McHenry, IL

Toll Free: 877-735-1626

Phone: 877-735-1626, Fax: 815-307-8942

www.medaxis.us

medaxis leverages the proven medical vacuum technology from Medela to provide an optimal environment for wound healing across all care settings. Negative Pressure Would Therapy delivered from our Invia systems innovates on the standard of care while delivering optimal financial and patient outcomes. Welcome to wound healing redefined.

MEDICAL MONKS, INC.

BOOTH # 558

MARLEN MANUFACTURING & DEVELOPMENT CO. BOOTH # 501

Bedford, OH

Phone: 216-292-7060

www.marlenmfg.com

We are proud to have exhibited at every conference! Stop by booth #501 to see how we’ve grown together in the last 7 2 years.

In addition to Marlen’s vast range of flexible, convex pouches, Marlen is pleased to announce the introduction of EcoMax. EcoMax is a giant leap forward in ostomy care. A complete new family of Marlen pouches that delivers all the freedom and flexibility of UltraMax pouches in an eco-friendly and sustainable design. EcoMax pouches are made with a new sustainable film that is a recyclable, halogen-free (No PVC or PVDC), barrier film, based largely on polyolefin resins that qualifies for recycle code 4 (LDPE).

Since 1952, Marlen has been a leading innovator in ostomy care. Offering an extensive line of one-piece and two-piece systems for Ileostomies (drainable), Colostomies (closed end) and Urostomies, Marlen has always strived to provide the highest quality products while meeting the comfort and security needs of our customers.

Irvine, CA

Phone: 205-332-5533

BOOTH # 731

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Canonsburg, PA

Toll Free: 844-859-9400

Phone: 844-859-9400

medicalmonks.com

Medical Monks is an e-commerce retailer of disposable medical supplies based in Pittsburgh, PA. Our product catalog covers many manufacturers and top brands in Ostomy, Wound Care, and Continence supplies. Medical Monks provides compassionate care and excellent service to our valued customers and works to build long-term relationships with other businesses in the medical field.

MEDLINE INDUSTRIES, INC. BOOTH # 216

Northfield, IL

Phone: 847-643-4063

www.medline.com

Medline strives to help providers achieve both clinical and financial success in an environment that demands lower costs and better outcomes. We work alongside you so that we can provide tailored solutions to match your unique needs. Check out these products below and chat with our WOC clinicians with any questions that you might have. We also included the corresponding videos and brochures within the “Materials” tab.

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MEDTRITION ® BOOTH # 459

Lancaster, PA

Toll Free: 877-271-3570

www.medtrition.com

As leading innovators in the healthcare industry since 1986, Medtrition® Inc. has developed a family of effective, clinically supported medical foods that repair and nourish the body to enhance quality of care, speed recovery, reduce costs and lessen reliance on pharmacological interventions.

With interventions for bowel health, protein energy malnutrition and wound healing among others, Medtrition continues to bridge the gaps often seen in nutrition intervention formularies and patient offerings.

The latest advancement from Medtrition is our Expedite™ product line including a ready to drink, 2oz liquid as well as a ready to eat gelled cup for wound support. This therapeutic nutrition intervention provides new science to aid in direct action onthe wound site allowing for faster and better healing. The combination of L Citrulline and collagen hydrolysate with a high concentration of collagen.

MIMEDX BOOTH # 333

Marietta, GA

Phone: 770-651-9100

www.mimedx.com

MIMEDX is a transformational placental biologics company, developing and distributing placental tissue allografts with patent-protected, proprietary processes for multiple sectors of healthcare. As a pioneer in placental tissue engineering, we have both a commercial business, focused on addressing the needs of patients with acute and chronic non-healing wounds, and a promising late-stage pipeline targeted at decreasing pain and improving function for patients with degenerative musculoskeletal conditions. We derive our products from human placental tissues and process these tissues using our proprietary methods, including the PURION® process. We employ Current Good Tissue Practices, Current Good Manufacturing Practices, and terminal sterilization to produce our allografts. MIMEDX has supplied over two million allografts, through both direct and consignment shipments. For additional information, please visit www.mimedx.com.

MOLNLYCKE HEALTH CARE BOOTH # 738

Norcross, GA

Phone: 770-365-0604

www.molnlycke.us

We’re “Mon • lik • a.”

We focus on helping care teams deliver their absolute best for patients. More specifically, we address some of the most persistent and stressful issues associated with routine care delivery. Pressure injuries, hospital-acquired infections, clinician injuries — all have devastating and very costly impacts on human lives and health systems. The right medical solutions can make all the difference.

From our Biogel® surgical gloves, Mepilex® dressings and Hibiclens® patient bathing solutions to our smartly designed turning and positioning devices, Mölnlycke products simply work better. They’re more comfortable for the patient and often more efficient in terms of utilization. The more you know about Mölnlycke, the more our difference becomes clear.

MPM MEDICAL BOOTH # 748

Mesquite, TX

Toll Free: 800-232-5512

Phone: 972-893-4090, Fax: 972-893-4092

mpmmed.com

Since 1992, MPM Medical has focused on developing innovative wound care products that improve the lives of healthcare providers and the patients they treat. Our sales team are certified wound care experts, and our samples are always complimentary, including well-known brands like RegeneCare HA™, ExcelSAP™, SilverMed™, CoolMagic™, DryMax™, and TripleHelix™.

NATIONAL ALLIANCE OF WOUND CARE BOOTH # 552 AND OSTOMY®

Kokomo, IN

Toll Free: 877-922-6292

Phone: 877-922-6292, Fax: 800-352-8339 www.nawccb.org

At NAWCO® we believe it is the Certificant that makes the Credential. Having certified over 23,000 clinicians it is easy to see why The National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy® (NAWCO®) is the National Leader in wound care and ostomy credentialing. NAWCO® has been certifying healthcare professionals since 2002 and today, the certificants of NAWCOmake up the largest group of board certified wound care and ostomy professionals in the United States. On May 10, 2019, the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) granted accreditation to the National Alliance of Wound Care and Ostomy - Wound Care Certified (WCC) Certification. WCC®

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board certification is nationally recognized by the Veterans Administration as an accepted credential and is on the Magnet-recognized list of national certifications included in the Demographic Data Collection Tool™ (DDCT). NAWCO offers the following professional certifications: Wound Care Certified, WCC® - Assures the patient that their wound clinician has the demonstrated competency to provide the proper care for their wound(s). Ostomy Management Specialist®, OMS - Assures the patient that their care provider is qualified to deliver the proper care, education, and management of their ostomy/ incontinent diversion. Diabetic Wound Certified, DWC®Assures the patient that you are qualified to deliver the proper care, education, and management of their diabetic wounds. Lymphedema Lower Extremity, LLE® - Plays an important role as a direct care provider, educator, and resource for optimum patient outcomes in lymphedema and edema management associated with wounds. Nutrition Wound Care Certified, NWCC™ - Empowers Registered Dieticians to help patients understand how critical proper nutrition and personalized nutritional care plans affect their wound healing. Advanced Wound Care Certified, AWCC™ - This credential assures your patients, your team, and your organization of your competency with advanced wound care products and techniques Wound Prevention Certified, WPC™ - The focus is on high quality care to achieve optimum patient outcomes for healing as well as preventing wounds. The CNA/MA/PCA/MT/HCCA/MA is an important and often forgotten member of the wound care team. Our eligibility requirements are straightforward. NAWCO believes board certification should be available to all qualified candidates.

NATIONAL PRESSURE INJURY ADVISORY BOOTH # 300 PANEL (NPIAP)

Chicago, IL

Phone: (847) 375-6486, Fax: 978-250-1117 www.npiap.com

The National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (NPIAP) is the nation’s leading scientific expert on pressure injury prevention and treatment. Our goal is to insure improved patient health, and to advance public policy, education and research.

NATROX® WOUND CARE

Hickory, NC

Toll Free: 888-354-9772

Phone: 888-354-9772

www.natroxwoundcare.com

Its flagship product, NATROX® O₂, is a wearable medical device designed to continuously deliver topical oxygen directly to a wound to promote and enhance wound healing. Battery-powered, portable, and completely silent, the discreet device is easy to manage and practical for everyday use, allowing patients to continue their normal daily activities. This low-flow tissue oxygenation system is intended as an adjunct to the standard of care by providing the vital properties of oxygen to a wide range of chronic, non-healing wounds.

NELDERM ® BOOTH # 341

Brunswick, OH

Phone: 440-867-3214

www.NelDerm.com

The Heel P.O.D. provides an alternative to the current pressure offloading devices in a way that is simple, effective, and improves patient compliance. It is a hygienic option, as the removable coveris waterproof andeasily cleaned with a simple sanitation wipe or damp cloth. The P.O.D.contains 4 layers of memory foam, which is more comfortable for the patient, while also making the product conforming during continuous wear. The single-strap provides ease-of-use for clinicians, and the unique, open-foot designoffers visual assurance of effective offloading.

OurHeel P.O.D. benefits the patient by providing true, effective offloading of the heel in a way that is comfortable, allows for range of motion, and won’t cause overheating, all of which improves compliance. For the clinician, it provides a simple, time-saving alternative to what has previously been offered for pressure offloading. It allows for direct visualization that the heel is offloaded and in the correct position, along with easy access for assessments and dressing changes.

Contact us to schedulean in-service, planan evaluation, and orderthe “Made in U.S.A.” Heel P.O.D. today!

NET HEALTH WOUND CARE BOOTH # 301

Pittsburgh, PA

Phone: 412-235-4266

www.nethealth.com

BOOTH # 709

NATROX® Wound Care leads the way in advanced therapies, sparked by one person’s mission to improve the quality of life for a loved one suffering from a non-healing wound.

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Spend Less Time Documenting Wounds and Improve Patient Outcomes

Net Health Tissue Analytics is an AI-powered mobile wound imaging and analytics solution for clinicians in acute, outpatient, and community settings. Its smartphone application, AI-powered image analysis, predictive risk analytics, and specialized workflows improve clinical outcomes, ensure data accuracy, and reduce costs. The FDA has granted Breakthrough Device status to Tissue Analytics, recognizing the unique value that the application provides to wound care and the potential for further innovation

NORTHSHORE CARE SUPPLY

Green Oaks, IL

Phone: (800)790-5220, Fax: 847-984-2693

www.northshoreprofessional.com

BOOTH # 642

NorthShore Care Supply, which manufactures the leading brand of extreme absorbency adult diapers and incontinence supplies (defined as being up to 3 times the absorbency of other brands that hold large marketshare), was recognized by Newsweek four years in a row as one of the Best Online Shops of 2023, ranking number one in 2023 in the Medical Supplies category, surpassing leading brands such as CVS, Walgreens, RiteAid, and AllegroMedical. Since 2002, NorthShore’s mission has been to improve the quality-oflife for individuals with incontinence and their caregivers. The company’s Flagship brands of products (MegaMax, GoSupreme, DynaDry, MagicSorb Air, DoubleStop for Men, and others) are designed to help individuals and their caregivers in managing heavier urinary and bowel incontinence. Several thousand 5-star customer reviews state that NorthShore products give adults more confidence and better sleep. Family caregivers also notice more sleep and fewer nighttime changes. Many studies show that seniors who sleep up to eight hours have a decreased risk of chronic diseases (Source: https://www.prb.org/resources/ new-evidence-on-sleeps-role-in-aging-and-chronic-disease/).

Maintaining healthy skin is also a top concern for individuals who wear adult briefs, and NorthShore delivers. Based on thousands of NorthShore’s consumer customers with heavy to total incontinence who have experienced sound skin health while sleeping through the night over the years, NorthShore recognized that proving similar clinical outcomes in the senior living facility and long-term care settings was needed. So, in 2022, NorthShore conducted a number of clinical case studies, whose outcomes proved the efficacy of NorthShore products at senior care facilities. Executive Summary of trials using NorthShore’s 12-hour and 8-hour extreme absorbency adult incontinence products: There were 99.3% of skin health assessments recorded as ‘healthy, no irritation’ (5-level assessment scale); an 82% reduction in number of overnight changes; a five-fold reduction in interruptions of residents’ sleep; a 72% savings in clinical labor; and virtually no IAD or UTI (See Case Study details in the WOCNext 2023 Poster Hall or WOCNext 2023 ePosters: “Low incidence of IAD, UTI, and sleep interruptions with use of extreme absorbency, extended wear adult incontinence products in senior living facilities: A Case-Control Study”).

NU-HOPE LABORATORIES INC. BOOTH # 826

Pacoima, CA

Toll Free: 800-899-5017

Phone: 800-899-5017, Fax: 818-899-2079

www.nu-hope.com

Nu-Hope has been family owned and operated since 1959. We manufacture ostomy related products, such as specialized pouches, specialty items/accessories, and abdominal hernia support belts. In addition, we customize both pouches and support belts. Our goal - It’s simple, produce products that are easy to use, comfortable, durable, and secure. Our slogan is “Just when you think there is no hope, there’s always Nu-Hope!”.

Please stop by BOOTH #826...We would be honored to chat with you.

OSTOFORM LIMITED BOOTH # 633

Mullingar, Co. Westmeath Ireland www.ostoform.com

Ostoform is an Irish company that is certified to ISO 13485 for the design, manufacture and supply of ostomy products. Born out of a need to improve skin health and quality of life for people who have an ostomy, Ostoform’s innovative ‘FLOWASSIST’ technology effectively directs output away from the skin, leading to fewer leaks, healthier skin and a reduced cost of care. This year, Ostoform proudly unveils its latest advancements: the NEW FLOWASSIST 2-Piece Pouch, integrating this groundbreaking technology into its baseplate design, alongside the upgraded FLOWASSIST Seal design.

OVIK HEALTH BOOTH # 435

Spartanburg, SC

Toll Free: 866-491-6556 healthcare.milliken.com

With a focus on moisture and edema management, we offer a wide range of products that include advanced wound care dressings, burn dressings, compression systems, cohesive bandages and tapes

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OWENS AND MINOR

San Diego, CA

Phone: 804-723-7000

Fax: 804-723-7100

BOOTH # 232

Regarding your company and its focus in custom procedural kits and trays, products and sourcing, and inventory solutions, is your company considering the growing wound, ostomy and continence (WOC) patient numbers and subsequently developing products appealing to this marketplace of WOC nurses? Maybe you already do... Do you currently resolve clinician / patient discussions regarding wound care for example, warehousing of specific high-demand products?

PARACHUTE HEALTH

Princeton, NJ www.parachutehealth.com

BOOTH # 133

Parachute Health is the leading post-acute software platform for digital DME orders, with a network of over 3,000 supplier locations and 220,000 eSigning clinicians across more than 66,000 facilities in all 50 states. The delightfully simple DME ordering experience covers 26,000+ unique SKUs on the Parachute Platform to help clinicians create clean digital orders, with transparency into health plan requirements. The Parachute Platform integrates with EHRs for orders in as fast as 1 min and is available at dme.parachutehealth.com, with gamechanging in-order digital communication with suppliers, order status updates and patient notifications to save valuable time for patient care.

Parachute Health empowers healthcare providers with delightfully simple digital ordering.

POST UNIVERSITY

Waterbury, CT

Toll Free: 800-660-6615

Phone: 303-557-0587

BOOTH # 442

post.edu/academics/american-sentinel-college-of-nursing

American Sentinel College of Nursing and Health Sciences at Post University offers the following online degrees for healthcare professionals:

• Registered Nurse to Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)

• RN to BSN/MSN

• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN)

• Specializations include:

» Adult Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner

» Case Management

» Family Nurse Practitioner

» Infection Prevention and Control

» Nursing Education

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» Nursing Informatics

» Nursing Management & Organizational Leadership

» Psychiatric Mental Health Care Practitioner

• Doctor of Nursing Practice

• Specializations Include:

» Educational Leadership

» Executive Leadership

» Informatics Leadership

» Professional Leadership

• MSN/Master of Business Administration (MBA) –Healthcare

Earn your degree while you work. Classes are online so you can complete your coursework around your schedule. Choose termbased or competency-based learning formats for most degree programs. Visit us at WOCNext Booth #1526 to learn more.

PRISM MEDICAL PRODUCTS

Elkin, NC

Toll Free: 888-244-6421

Phone: 540-494-3995, Fax: 800-975-6321

www.prism-medical.com and onebyprism.com

BOOTH # 114

Prism is a specialist in home medical supply solutions. Our national medical billing and distribution services, specialty wholesale, and direct to consumer shopping opportunity provide a comprehensive answer to any medical supply need. Trust us to find the perfect solution for you.

PURACYN PLUS BY INNOVACYN BOOTH # 211

Rialto, CA

Toll Free: 866-318-3116

Phone: 866-318-3116, Fax: 909-428-1947

www.puracynpluspro.com

Innovacyn, Inc., a proven leader in hypochlorous (HOCl) technology and manufacturer of Puracyn Plus, is dedicated to improving outcomes through clinically proven, cost-effective solutions. Family-owned and operated, Innovacyn provides the highest quality and variety of liquid and gel products containing pure hypochlorous with unmatched customer service.

Pleasant Prairie, WI

Toll Free: 800-650-0113

Phone: 602-385-1120, www.questhealthcare.net

Quest Healthcare supports facilities, doctors, and nurses in approaching healthcare challenges. We provide clinically meaningful, affordable solutions for patients suffering

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fromfecal incontinenceandearly-stage pressure injuries. We have worked with top CARF, VAs, LTC facilities and Model SCI System facilities for 20 years. We understand the importance of an improved bowel care regimen and the significance of maintaining healthy skin integrity.

Enemeez® 5 mL mini-enema delivers 283 mg of docusate sodium. Enemeez® products are used rectally and produce results typically in 2-15 minutes, as opposed to hours or days for oral constipation medications.

Enemeez® Plus 5 mL mini-enema provides the addition of 20 mg of benzocaine, assisting in the anesthetization of the rectum and lower bowel for patients with autonomic dysreflexia, hemorrhoids, fissures or painful bowel movements.

Alocane® Plus is a non-alcohol analgesic/antimicrobialfor use with early-stage pressure injuries and radiation dermatitis.

Lidocaine HCL4% and Benzalkonium Chloride 0.13% form a protective barrier on the site of injury and inhibits regrowth of microorganisms.

QUICKCHANGE / UI MEDICAL

Long Beach, CA

Toll Free: 800-206-2816

Phone: 562-453-1515-202, Fax: 562-661-5960 www.quickchange.com

BOOTH # 440

UI Medical manufactures and sells the QuickChange Wrap, an alternative urine-capturing device for men who are bed-bound or wheelchair-bound. Made in the USA and launched in 2017, the QuickChange is now used in over 100 health systems providing incontinence support to acute, post-acute, and longterm care facilities.

QuickChange can be purchased by consumers on Amazon. com, Walmart.com, quickchange.com, and in selected Walmart stores. QuickChange has received approval from the Veteran’s FSS, FSA, and Medicaid in most states. UI Medical is happy to offer virtual and on-site in-service training

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White Lake, MI

Woburn, MA revelostomy.com

“It’s in the Bag” is a best-in-class ostomy deodorizing lubricant leveraging LiquiGlide® Technology, a TIME Invention of the Year, to level up the ostomy care game. LiquiGlide® technology enables the creation of durable, slippery surfaces by using a proprietary thermodynamic algorithm to pair liquids with solid,

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textured surfaces that leverage chemical affinity and capillarity to stabilize the liquid.

Our mission at its core is to push ostomy products into the future by combining innovative science with a people-minded lifestyle approach, based in listening, candor and community.

ROCKY MOUNTAIN CHAPTER BOOTH # 837 OF THE WOCN ® SOCIETY

Spanish Fork, UT

Phone: 385-335-5416

rmr-wocn.com

The Rocky Mountain Chapter of the WOCN Society serves members from Arizona, Colorado, New Mexico, Wyoming, and Utah. Membership is processed through WOCN and applicants are assigned to a region based on geographical location.

The Rocky Mountain Chapter holds two regional conference meetings per year. One meeting occurs during the WOCNext® Chapter breakfastand the second is held during the fall conference. The site of the fall conference rotates between all five member states. Regional conferences and meetings provide members with opportunities to network with colleagues, gain updated information on the latest products and practices, and participate in continuing education offerings. The Rocky Mountain Chapter provides such opportunities to enhance the field of wound, ostomy, and continence (WOC) nursing through professional organization and affiliation.

If you are interested in becoming part of the Rocky Mountain Chapter, please contact us, RMRWOCN@gmail.com

ROOKE PRODUCTS BY OSBORN MEDICAL BOOTH # 141

Centennial, CO

Toll Free: 800-535-5865

Phone: 404-202-4168, Fax: 507-932-5044 rookeproducts.com

Rooke Products are designed to help limbs heal. Our signature Rooke product, the Vascular Boot, provides 100% off-loading of the heel with natural warmth to increase TCPO2s. Our BKA and AKA Rigid Dressings are designed to protect in the event of a fall plus offer natural warmth to boost regional skin perfusion. Our Vascular Mitt helps to treat patients with ischemic hands.

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SAFE N` SIMPLE LLC

Clarkston, MI

Toll Free: 844-767-6334

Phone: 248-214-4877, Fax: 248-698-3454

www.sns-medical.com

BOOTH # 701

SMITH+NEPHEW BOOTH # 316

Fort Worth, TX

www.smith-nephew.com

Safe n’ Simple is an innovator of Ostomy Accessory supplies. Their products are safe, effective, reimbursement friendly and easy to use. They are best known for their large soft “Alcohol Free” skin care wipes.An extensive list of new products are now available for Ostomy patients. Their new Simpurity wound care productline includes collagens, alginates, silver alginates, foam dressings, hydrogels and hydrocolloids and silicone based products. Stop by the booth to see the new product offerings and pick up samples for your patients to trial.

SANUWAVE HEALTH INC

Eden Prairie, MN

Phone: 250-514-2586

SAVARIA (HANDICARE & SPAN AMERICAS)

BOOTH # 338

Smith+Nephew is a portfolio medical technology company focused on the repair, regeneration and replacement of soft and hard tissue. We exist to restore people’s bodies and their self-belief by using technology to take the limits off living. Alongside our customers we will not settle until we have solved the challenges of preventing and healing wounds, because they hold back too many lives.

SOLVENTUM

St Paul, MN

Toll Free: 800-327-5380

www.3M.com/medical

# 536

SKINISTER MEDICAL

Woodland, CA

Phone: 888-430-7546

SkinisterMedical.com

BOOTH # 515

3M focuses on providing better care through patient-centered science. Helping transform outcomes by stewarding skin, reducing the risk of preventable complications and restoring lives. From wound and skin care to solutions for BSI and SSI risk reduction, our team is ready to partner with you to strive toward delivering the highest level of care for every patient, every time.

SONOMA PHARMACEUTICALS. INC.

Petaluma, CA

Phone: 707-283-0550

# 121

Skinister Medical is an FDA-registered medical device manufacturer of quality silicone-based medical adhesives and prosthetics; all proudly manufactured in northern California. The company has roots in the aerospace industry and the Skinister team has developed sophisticated products for NASA, and also for national defense. Today, the companies engineering and manufacturing capabilities are focused on supporting medical professionals and patients.

SOUTH CENTRAL CHAPTER OF THE

WOCN ® SOCIETY

River Oaks, TX

Phone: 817-247-6280

www.scrwocn.org

The South Central Chapter of the WOCN® Society was founded in 1975 after nine dedicated ET nurses collaborated and acknowledged the importance of meeting to share stories, experiences, and knowledge. Today, this active Chapter serves Texas, Arkansas, Oklahoma, Louisiana, Mississippi, and Memphis, TN. Join us at our booth to meet colleagues, make friends, and learn about the many resources that the SCC has to offer. Please visit our websiteand join our Facebook Group to learn more!

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STOMADOME BOOTH # 112

Los Angeles, CA

Toll Free: 855-337-2900

Phone: 661-373-0607

stomadome.com

StomaDome: A New Stoma Guard for Any Ostomy

StomaDome is made for anyone with an ostomy that is looking for a new stoma guard or an additional stoma guard to add to their daily ostomy supplies. StomaDome was designed to be sleek and utilitarian, it is not bulky unlike the large stoma guards currently on the market. StomaDome can be worn all the time or used at any moment since the guard can be put on and taken off very easily.

StomaDome protects your ostomy/stoma from any unforeseen objects, pets or people.

StomaDome Maintenance is very minimal

• It’s waterproof

• It can be washed with soap and water or a cleaning solution

• It can be kept in a handbag or pocket

• StomaDome can be placed and removed without having to take off clothing

• It’s made out of polypropylene that is strong, light and does not attract dirt

• The Velcro can be put on your ostomy pouch before you use it. This way all your pouches will be ready for StomaDome stoma guard

STOMAGIENICS, INC.

Greenville, SC

Toll Free: 844-696-7866

Phone: 225-939-1460 www.stomagienics.com

BOOTH # 113

The StomaGenie® Ostomy Output Capture Cartridge is a single-use, biodegradable device, lined with superabsorbent odor control fabric, used to assist in applying the pouching system properly and hygienically. With the cartridge covering an exposed stoma, it reduces the risk of skin contamination, from small drips to flowing output, promoting healthier peristomal skin.

The StomaGenie can be used with all ostomies, ileostomy, urostomy and fluid colostomies. In addition, the cartridge can be used with both 1 and 2-piece pouches regardless of manufacturer.

When used during an exam, clinicians appreciate the stressfree time needed to properly care for the peristomal skin. With the fear of an active stoma eliminated, patient dignity is restored and necessary instruction is easily absorbed. Healthcare professionals are able to maintain time-efficiency

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and reduce product waste. StomaGenie comes in 12 sizes and is Medicare reimbursable under HCPCS A5081 (30/mo) and covered by most health insurance companies. Distribution is available through most major distributors such as Byram Healthcare, Edgepark, 180 Medical, Medline, etc.

STRATUS PHARMACEUTICALS BOOTH # 456

Miami, FL

Phone: 800-442-7882, Fax: 305-254-6875 www.stratuspharmaceuticals.com

STRATUS PHARMACEUTICALS manufacturers quality Rx, 510 K and OTC products for wound care: Venelex Wound Dressing (BALSAM PERU-CASTOR OIL) (IDEAL FOR VENOUS STASIS ULCERS) SONAFINE (a 510 K FDA approved wound care dressing) Visit our Booth to review our clinical study: “A comparison of Balsam Peru Ointment with and without Trypsin in the healing of chronic dermal ulcers.” UREA PRODUCTS: 10% 20% CREAMS & LOTIONS PAIN RELIEVING PRODUCTS: ARCTIC RELIEF (MENTHOL & CAMPHOR) ATHLETES’ FOOT PRODUCTS: Azolen Tincture, Azolen Wash for Jock Itch, Castellani Paint. STRATUS PHARMACEUTICALS PRODUCTS “QUALITY MANUFACTURING BY PROFESSIONALS WHO CARE” WE ARE A MINORITY CERTIFIED OWNED ORGANIZATION.

SUPORTX, INC.

Sacramento, CA Phone: 916-516-1191

BOOTH # 111

Suportx is a proud manufacturer of innovative support garments for hernia prevention and support since 2009. At Suportx we pride ourselves on working closely with medical professionals and the end-users of our support garments to innovate and design new products that provide support, comfort, and convenience.

The Suportx range of support garments is meticulously designed with ostomates in mind. All Suportx support garments are compatible with both one piece and two piece stoma pouches. They are designed to function and provide support without the need to cut a hole into the garment.

Our current range of support garments in the USA includes Suportx Breathable Briefs, Breathable Shorts, and Stoma Secure.

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TAKEDA PHARMACEUTICALS USA INC. - GATTEXBOOTH # 453

Cambridge, MA www.gattexhcp.com

Thank you for visiting our GATTEX booth!

Please go to visit our GATTEX Virtual Booth experience. Here you can view and download resources including brochures about short bowel syndrome (SBS) and GATTEX.

Indication

GATTEX®(teduglutide) for injection is indicated for the treatment of adults and pediatric patients 1 year of age and older with Short Bowel Syndrome (SBS) who are dependent on parenteral support.

Important Safety Information

Warnings and Precautions

GATTEX has been associated with acceleration of neoplastic growth, intestinal obstruction, biliary and pancreatic disease, fluid imbalance and fluid overload, and increased absorption of concomitant oral medication.

GATTEX and the GATTEX logo are registered trademarks of Shire-NPS Pharmaceuticals, Inc., a Takeda company.

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TEN ACES MED, LLC. BOOTH # 116

Lake Zurich, IL

Phone: 224-678-1055

tenacesmed.com

Welcome to Ten Aces Med, your first choice for Medical Adhesive Spray and proud WOCN® Corporate Member.

Ten Aces Med is dedicated to empowering clinicians and individuals in all cases: whether challenging and complex, or well managed but seeking added security.

Our silicone-based, waterproof product features 360° spray technology and prioritizes quality, reliability, and ease of use.

“Stick With Us” Medical Adhesive Spray delivers unparalleled comfort and security in multiple areas: Ostomy Care, Wound Management, Negative Pressure Therapy and Prosthetic Applications.

We understand the importance of reliable and repeatable outcomes; instilling patients with confidence in their care and empowering them to take long-term ownership of their health. At Ten Aces Med, our mission is to help transition the individual mindset from patient to person.

We invite you to partner with Ten Aces Med through Mercy Supply Collaborative as your trusted wholesale partner to drive positive outcomes.

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THE WOUND PROS, LLC BOOTH # 241

Los Angeles, CA

Toll Free: 888-880-3451

Phone: 323-522-2680

www.thewoundpros.com

The Wound Pros is a nationwide Wound Care Medical Group whose mission is to heal wounds, save lives, and reduce costs for our partnering agencies. Our full-service wound care strategy has added enormous value to patients who are homebound or reside in long-term facilities across the country by providing an array of essential tools including Digital Wound Management, Telemedicine, Advanced EHR systems, Mobile Vascular Assessment, Digital Supply tracking, Advanced Wound Care Dressings as well as a participating Medicare Part B provider. We are a purpose-centered organization, focused on providing peace of mind to every patient we come in contact with that has a chronic non-healing wound. We are devoted to preserving our culture through excellence in adhering to our core values “LINK”.

We Listen, Innovate, Never Give Up, and “Kultivate” and Grow People!

We pride ourselves in supporting a culture of autonomy, allowing our team members to implement new ideas without fear of failure. Implementing raffles, games, and other enjoyable group activities with our team is important to maintaining a positive culture while working tenaciously to accomplish our goals.

TORBOT GROUP, INC.

Cranston, RI

Toll Free: 800-545-4254

Phone: 401-780-8737, Fax: 401-780-8740

www.torbot.com

BOOTH # 358

Torbot ostomy products include Feather-Lite, Bongort, and Max-E pouches, Colly-Seel and Comfiseal wafers, Skin-Tac and Bonding Cement adhesives, Tacaway Adhesive Remover, and many more. We solve difficult problems by supplying custom made pouches and faceplates.

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ULTRA WOUND CARE, INC.

Nashville, TN

Phone: 866-623-7476, Fax: 800-520-1912 www.dermahug.net

BOOTH # 439

Ultra Wound Care Inc. develops wound care products to manage chronic and surgical wounds. One product to safely secure ALL your dressings without tape.

DermaHug is available in several shapes and sizes and can be easily adjusted or left in place for up to 15 days.Ultra DermaHug products easily remove from the most delicate tissues without residue, can be worn for extended periods, cleaned then reapplied.

Examples of use: Supports abdomen whennegative pressure wound therapy is utilized; dehisced abdominal incisions with adjacent ostomy; fistulas; pilonidal incisions; vasculitis; chemo access ports; and many more.

UMANO MEDICAL

L’Islet, QC Canada

Toll Free: 844-409-4030

Phone: 418-247-3986, Fax: 418-247-7925 umanomedical.com

BOOTH # 549

As a key leader in the medical industry, Umano Medical designs, manufactures and distributes a unique line of valuedriven hospital beds and support surfaces.

UNITED OSTOMY ASSOCIATIONS OF AMERICA BOOTH # 839

Biddeford, ME

Toll Free: 800-826-0826

Phone: 800.826.0826, Fax: 888-747-9655 www.ostomy.org

United Ostomy Associations of America (UOAA) is your partner for improving patient outcomes

URGO MEDICAL

Fort Worth, TX

Toll Free: 855-888-8273

Phone: 817-885-8273, Fax: 817-885-8960 www.urgomedical.us

BOOTH # 627

We provide medical devices & products to hospitals, nursing homes, and home health agencies - and the patients they treat - with a focus on acture, chronic, & surgical wounds, and additionally skin moisturization. Our extensive portfolio of products establishes proven prototcols for the care and management of wounds, skin, and skin breakdown. By listening to clinicians’ concerns, we are able to provide the

US MED-EQUIP

Houston, TX

Phone: 877-677-7767

usme.com

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BOOTH # 108

From major medical centers to underserved rural hospitals, USME serves thousands of hospitals from more than 90 locations across the country. Our partners count on us for costefficient medical equipment rentals, sales, delivery and service needs, so they can focus on helping patients heal.

VATA INC.

Canby, OR

Phone: 503-651-5050, Fax: 503-651-5052

www.vatainc.com

BOOTH # 432

VATA is introducingThe Ostomy Pouching Trainer™ Model 0270 & 0275. This trainer helps train and educate staff and patients on various stomas, complications, bagging, and general care. The model comes with four different stomas that can be placed in four different locations allowing numerous training scenarios. Each stoma can have either simulated urine or stool discharge to further increase the realism.

In addition to the Ostomy Pouching Trainer, VATA develops, manufactures and distributes many of the the most anatomically realistic simulation aids available for wound and ostomy education and training. The company’s products includeSeymour II™, Otto Ostomy™, Freddie Fistula™, Wilma Wound Foot™, Stan Stage IV Pressure Ulcer Model™, Vinnie Venous Insufficiency Leg™,Annie Arterial Insufficiency Leg™, Ostomy Pouching Trainer. Stop by our booth to see our models.

WEB WOC PROGRAMS BOOTH # 434

Minneapolis, MN

Phone: 612-331-4601

Fax: 612-926-8075 www.webwocnurse.com

WEB WOC® NURSING EDUCATION PROGRAM is a collaboration of professional nurses, who are Board Certified as Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Care Nurse Specialists and are dedicated to supporting and building the profession of WOC Nursing.

WEB WOC is also an accredited ANCC contact hours provider. The Skin and Wound Care Associate (SWA) tech course, Ostomy education offerings, and Foot and Nail Courses.

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WINFIELD LABORATORIES, INC

Richardson, TX

Phone: 801-541-5750

BOOTH # 729

WINONA STATE UNIVERSITY BOOTH # 202

Winona, MN

WOC NURSING CERTIFICATION BOARD BOOTH # 302

Milwaukee, WI

Toll Free: 888-496-2622

Phone: 414-289-8721, Fax: 414-276-2146 www.wocncb.org

Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing Certification Board (WOCNCB®) is The Gold Standard for Certification®. Our nurses are highly educated and rely on evidence-based research to bring solutions to your most challenging problems, as well as, serve as leaders and a knowledgeable resource for staff. We offer Certifications in Wound, Ostomy, Continence and Foot Care. WOCNCB’s wound, ostomy and continence credentials are accredited by BOTH the Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification (ABSNC) and the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA). Employer Discount Voucher Program Vouchers used for initial exams, recertification exams and PGP

WOCNEXT CONNECTION HUB BOOTH # 749

www.wocnext.org

Step into your WOCNext® Era at the Connection Hub! This year, you can relax, connect with colleagues, pose with our iconic WOCNext logo, and unleash your creativity by making friendship bracelets. We’ll provide the supplies; you bring the good vibes. Exchange your friendship bracelets with the new friends you’ll meet along your WOCNext journey. Join us in the Connection Hub where meaningful connections and unforgettable memories are formed.

WOCNEXT INNOVATION HUB

www.wocnext.org

BOOTH # 158

Immerse yourself in the cutting-edge world of healthcare at our Innovation Hub. This dynamic space brings together attendees and exhibiting companies to foster engaging conversations and offer education on the latest products and services. Witness exciting product launches, experience live presentations from industry leaders, and gain valuable insights into the innovations shaping the healthcare landscape. With live streaming and on-demand access, you can stay connected to the Innovation Hub’s buzz even as a virtual attendee.

WORLD COUNCIL OF ENTEROSTOMAL BOOTH # 700 THERAPISTS ® (WCET®)

Westford, MA

Phone: 978-250-9847

wcetn.org

The WCET® Mission is to lead the global advancement of specialized professional nursing care for people with ostomy, wound or continence needs. The vision of the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® is:

• To ensure specialized nursing care is available worldwide for all people with a need for ostomy, wound or continence care

• To provide nurses worldwide with access to ostomy, wound and continence specialty education

• Recognition as the global organization for ostomy, wound and continence care providers

• Identification as the global leader in the specialty of ostomy, wound and continence care

WOUND, OSTOMY, AND CONTINENCE BOOTH # 500 NURSES SOCIETY™ (WOCN ®)

Mt. Laurel, NJ

Toll Free: 888-224-9626

Phone: 888-224-9626

Fax: 856-439-0525

www.wocn.org

The Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Nurses Society™ is a professional community dedicated to advancing the practice and delivery of expert healthcare to individuals with wound, ostomy, and continence care needs. We support our members’ practice through advocacy, education, and research. Learn more at wocn.org.

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WOUNDVISION BOOTH # 728

Indianapolis, IN

Toll Free: 888-851-0098

Phone: 317-775-6077, Fax: 317-608-5517

www.woundvision.com

Unlike other wound imaging solutions, The WoundVision’s Scout™ combines thermographic and photographic imaging into a single modality for precise and accurate wound size measurement with a physiological view of the skin and wound. This allows for advanced Present on Admission (POA) documentation & objective and quantitative documentation of the success of treatment goals and outcomes.

Scout standardizes wound assessment, minimizes variation in care, costs, documentation, and gives clinicians immediate access to essential data through an end-to-end interface with the EMR.

Providers of all shapes, sizes, and needs can turn to WoundVision as a one-stop shop for their digital wound management needs.

WOUNDZOOM BY PERCEPTIVE SOLUTIONS BOOTH # 257

Stevens Point, WI

Toll Free: 888-237-0546

Phone: 715-571-8848, Fax: 715-544-1717

perceptivesol.com

Elevating the Integrity of Wound Care

Perceptive Solutions modernizes the practice of wound care with technology-enabled systems designed to increase clinical efficiency, improve care quality, and mitigate risk.

WoundZoom is a digital wound management solution that gives healthcare providers a more intelligent and efficient way to manage wound care across a variety of care settings with its intuitive workflow and non-contact wound measurement technology. Integrating smoothly with your EHR, WoundZoom utilizes advanced imaging technology tocapture precisewound measurements, automatically prompt and document appropriate actions, and create a continuous, standardized clinical record across shifts, floors, and facilities. WoundZoom enables you to deliver effective wound care more efficiently, regardless of where care is delivered, so you can:

• Enhance clinical productivity

• Reduce clinical variability

• Improve quality performance

• Increase revenue capture

• Reduce risk and liability

YOUTH RALLY COMMITTEE INC. BOOTH # 841

St. Charles, MO

Phone: 607-592-3728

www.youthrally.org

Each year the Youth Rally hosts kids and teens living with various conditions of the bowel and bladder at a college campus for a 5-night one of a kind camp experience that promotes independence, self-esteem, learning, friendship, and FUN! What makes the Youth Rally particularily uniqueis that it is “staffed” by volunteer RNs who specialize in the care of those living with these conditions, and by volunteer counselors who live with the same diagnoses as the youth participants (many of whom were former campers themselves)!!!

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Speaker Disclosures

The planners and faculty for this activity have no relevant relationships with ANCC/ACCME-defined ineligible companies to disclose, unless listed here. All relevant relationships with ineligible companies were mitigated according to the Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education.

TERRIE BEESON, MSN, RN, CCRN, ACNS-BC

• Sage/Stryker: Speakers Bureau

JANICE BEITZ, PhD, RN, CS, CNOR, CWOCN-AP, CRNP, ANEF, FNAP, WOCNF, FAAN

• Convatec: Advisory Board

JANICE COLWELL, APRN, CWOCN, FAAN

• Coloplast: Speakers Bureau

• Convatec: Consultant

• LiquiGlide Inc.: Consultant

SUZIE EHMANN, DPT, PhD(c), CWS, CLT-LANA

• Compression Dynamics: Consultant

• L&R: Consultant

• Medline: Advisory Board, Consultant, Speakers Bureau

• OVIK (formerly Milliken Healthcare): Consultant, Speakers Bureau

• URGO: Advisory Board, Consultant, Speakers Bureau

• CHARLOTTE FOLEY, MS, OTR/L, CBIS

• Coloplast: Consultant

MIKEL GRAY, PHD, FNP, PNP, CUNP, CCCN-AP, WOCNF, FAANP, FAAN

• Solventum: Consultant

• Bioderm: Consultant

• Coloplast: Consultant

KIRSTEN GREENE, MD, MAS, FACS

• Johnson & Johnson: Consultant

• Intuitive Surgical: Consultant

MICHELE KESSIE, RN, CWOCN

• Coloplast: Speakers Bureau

MICHELLE LAJINESS, DNP, FNP-BC

• Coloplast: Consultant

CAROLYN LUND, RN, MS, FAAN

• Solventum: Clinical Advisor

KEAGAN LYNGGARD-HYSELL

• Coloplast: Independent Contractor

LAURIE MCNICHOL, MSN, RN, CNS, GNP, CWOCN, CWON-AP, WOCNF, FAAN

• Solventum: Consultant

• Hollister Incorporated: Consultant

JACQUELINE MEDLAND, PhD, RN, NEA-BC

• MedValence Inc.: Principal

DEBBIE PETERSON, CSP

• Getting to Clarity, LLC: Principal

RITA PICHARDO, MD

• Novartis: Speakers Bureau

JOYCE PITTMAN, PhD, RN, ANP-BC, FNP-BC, CWOCN, FAAN

• Bruin Biometrics: Grant Recipient, Speakers Bureau

• Dabir Surfaces: Speakers Bureau

• Smith & Nephew: Grant Recipient, Speakers Bureau

TERRAN SIMS, MSN, ACNP-C, CNN-BC, COCN-C

• Coloplast: Consultant

RON SOTOMAYOR, BA, RN, CWOCN

• Altrazeal Life Sciences Inc.: Clinical Advisor

JANET STOIA-DAVIS, RN, CWOCN, CFCN

• Coloplast: Consultant

• LiquiGlide Inc.: Consultant

LAURA SWOBODA, DNP, APNP, FNP-C, FNP-BC, CWOCN-AP, WONCF

• AOTI: Consultant

• Aroa: Consultant

• Convatec: Consultant

• Halyard: Consultant

• Hartmann: Consultant

• Histologics: Consultant

• Innovacyn: Consultant

• Smith & Nephew: Consultant

• Urgo: Consultant

• Solventum: Consultant

DEBRA THAYER, MS, RN, CWOCN

• Solventum: Shareholder

STEPHANIE YATES, MSN, RN, ANP-BC, CWOCN, WOCNF

• Solventum: Clinical Advisor

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