Diabetic Foot Ulcer Offloading Options: The Great Debate

Course Description

Moderator/Speaker: James McGuire, DPM, PT, CPed, FAPWHc, FAPWCA
Speaker: Jeffrey D. Lehrman, DPM, FACFAS, FASPS, AAPWA

While the field of wound healing is ever evolving, the basics are critical to successful outcomes. Diabetic foot ulcers (DFU) cause significant morbidity, as less than 2/3 of patients heal with standard care. Optimizing standards of care such as in the area of DFU offloading is essential for best outcomes. In this session, expert speakers will debate both medical and surgical
options for offloading in order to provide the clinician with a wide array of therapeutic options, which will help customize offloading for their patients in need.