Wound care in a doctors office is an essential service aimed at promoting proper healing and preventing complications, such as infections. It involves assessing the type and severity of the wound, cleaning it thoroughly, and applying appropriate dressings or treatments to encourage recovery. Depending on the nature of the wound, whether it's surgical, traumatic, or a chronic issue like a diabetic ulcer, the doctor may recommend specialized care such as debridement, antibiotic therapy, or advanced wound dressings.
Regular follow-up visits are often necessary to monitor healing progress and make any necessary adjustments to the treatment plan. Effective wound care is crucial for minimizing pain, reducing scarring, and ensuring optimal recovery.
Wound care and dressing
Incision and drainage of abscess/boil
Debridement of the wound
Blood draw
Covid/step/flu
Urine dipstick for Urinary tract infection
Joint Fluid and wound culture
Stool studies
Nail fungus culture
PAP smear
TB skin testing
Skin tag removal
EKG
Spirometry
ABI (Ankle-Brachial Index)