Non-healing wounds are complex and require specialized care from professionals who are knowledgeable in the latest treatment options.
The UT Health East Texas Wound Healing Center in Athens offers you a team of skilled professionals with specialized knowledge of wound care. We’re committed to finding the right treatment plan for your patients
Types of wounds we treat:
- Chronic wounds – failing to improve after 30 days
- Diabetic ulcers, lower leg ulcers and pressure ulcers (bed sores).
- Burns
- Osteomyelitis
- Gangrene
- Vascular insufficiency
- Radiation tissue injury
- Post-operation infections
- Failing or compromised skin/muscle grafts or flaps
Treatment modalities:
- Doppler evaluation of pulse.
- Total contact casting
- Skin substitutions
For information, please call the Wound Healing Center in Athens at 903-676-1144. To schedule an appointment, please contact your primary care provider to facilitate a referral. Additionally, our fax number is 903-676-1194.