This podcast is brought to you by Convatec – a leading provider of advanced wound care solutions for the management of hard-to-heal wounds, and prevention of wound occurrence. In each bite-size episode we introduce you to Wound Hygiene, a simple four step protocol of care that anybody can do. 

In this episode, we speak with Jennifer (Jay) Hughes, Tissue Viability Nurse from the Wirral, about the implementation of Wound Hygiene in her care settings. Jay explains why she chose to introduce the approach and shares the outcomes of her local Wound Hygiene Challenge. For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Disclaimer: The views, information and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and do not represent Convatec

This podcast is brought to you by Convatec – a leading provider of advanced wound care solutions for the management of hard-to-heal wounds, and prevention of wound occurrence. In each bite-size episode we introduce you to Wound Hygiene, a simple four step protocol of care that anybody can do. 

We sit down with Anita Charters, Tissue Viability Nurse from Birmingham, about her experience implementing Wound Hygiene across the region. Anita shares insights from her rollout journey and real-world examples of applying Wound Hygiene in clinical practice.For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Disclaimer: The views, information and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and do not represent Convatec

This podcast is brought to you by Convatec – a leading provider of advanced wound care solutions for the management of hard-to-heal wounds, and prevention of wound occurrence. In each bite-size episode we introduce you to Wound Hygiene, a simple four step protocol of care that anybody can do. 

In this episode, we speak with Jo Wilkins, Clinical Strategy Manager at ConvaTec and Tissue Viability Nurse based in the North West of England. Together, we explore the ‘Dress’ step of the Wound Hygiene protocol and discuss how to make the right dressing choice following holistic assessment.For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Disclaimer: The views, information and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and do not represent Convatec

This podcast is brought to you by Convatec – a leading provider of advanced wound care solutions for the management of hard-to-heal wounds, and prevention of wound occurrence. In each bite-size episode we introduce you to Wound Hygiene, a simple four step protocol of care that anybody can do. 

In episode 10, we meet Tissue Viability Nurse Laura Hollins to explore the topic of Wound Hygiene in Wolverhampton. Laura shares how she used evidence to incorporate Wound Hygiene into local formularies and care pathways, as well as the fantastic results they have achieved.For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Disclaimer: The views, information and opinions expressed in this podcast are solely those of the speakers and do not represent Convatec

Now for Step 4 of Wound Hygiene, ‘Dress’. Listen to Adam Campbell-Train, Brand Manager at Convatec discussing appropriate dressings for combatting biofilm, as well as addressing myths that are sometimes associated with using antimicrobial dressings.

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


In this episode, we speak with Angela Walker, Clinical Strategy Manager at Convatec and Podiatrist in the Midlands. We discuss Step 2 of Wound Hygiene ‘Debride’, including the various forms of debridement and how to tell if you’re debriding effectively, as well as working alongside the patient for the best outcome. 

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


We sit down with Dr. Kate Meredith, Principal Scientist and Microbiologist at Convatec, and discuss what biofilm is, where it can be found and the challenge we face when biofilm is found present in hard-to-heal wounds. Discover more about how the Wound Hygiene, an anti-biofilm protocol of wound care designed to give every wound the best chance to heal.

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


In this episode, we speak with Rachel Torkington-Stokes, Director of Clinical Solutions at Convatec about how and why the Wound Hygiene story began. We also discuss the results from real world evidence after using the 4 step protocol on hard-to-heal wounds.

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Listen to Dale Copson, Clinical Strategy Manager at Convatec discuss Step 1 of Wound Hygiene –‘Cleanse’. Dale shares some tips on getting started with Wound Hygiene and the importance of actively cleansing hard-to-heal wounds. 

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/ 


Meet Jo Wilkins, Clinical Strategy Manager at Convatec and Tissue Viability Nurse in the North West of England. In this episode we share Step 3 of Wound Hygiene, ‘Refashion’, including what makes the proactive management of the wound edges so important, and what clinical skill sets and tools should be considered in this step.

For information about Convatec and Wound Hygiene, visit https://www.convatec.com/en-gb/advanced-wound-care/wound-hygiene-homepage/wound-hygiene/