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David L. Smythe Wound Center
Martin Memorial’s wound center, which was named a national award winner as a wound medicine center of excellence, provides a multidisciplinary program of treatment and support for the management of acute and chronic wounds. Martin Memorial’s full continuum of care includes extensive wound assessment, treatment based on advanced medical methodologies, pain management, patient education and support services. Since problem wounds are often associated with underlying medical is designed to integrate wound care with ongoing health care.

Patients may schedule appointments with or without a physician prescription.

Call (772) 223-5903 or visit us online for more information.

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Martin Memorial Health E-News, March 2010

Free Orthopedic Lecture Series

MAKOplasty^® partial knee resurfacing presented by Dr. Hill

Wednesday, March 3, 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. at Tradition Town Hall
10799 S.W. Civic Lane, Port St. Lucie

Powered by robotic arm technology, MAKOplasty^® enables the surgeon to precisely resurface only the arthritic area, while preserving healthy tissue and bone, and optimally positioning the partial knee implant.

If you are experiencing any of the following symptoms, you may be a MAKOplasty^® candidate:

• Knee pain with activity, typically on the inner knee
• Start up knee pain or stiffness when activities are initiated from a sitting position
• Failure to respond to non-surgical treatments or non-steroidal anti-inflammatory medication

Call (866) 361-HOPE (4673) to register or view the flier for more information.

Muscle sparing knee and hip replacements presented by Dr. Shute

Thursday, March 18, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. at Martin Memorial Medical Center, Conference rooms B and C

Learn about minimally invasive surgery options for the knee and hip compared to standard surgeries. The patient typically has shorter rehabilitation, smaller incisions and less blood loss.

Call (866) 361-HOPE (4673) to register or view the flier for more information.

Treasure Coast Concierge – personalized, comprehensive health care

Put your health in the hands of one of the most experienced physicians on the Treasure Coast.

• Physician availability 24 hours a day, seven days per week
• Same or next day appointments
• Limited membership allows Dr. Kardos additional time to focus on the health of her patients
• Annual comprehensive physical exam

Linda Kardos, M.D., has been affiliated with Martin Memorial Health Systems for nearly 30 years. She has extensive experience coordinating care with highly skilled specialists on the Treasure Coast and beyond.

To learn more about Treasure Coast Concierge, please call (772) 223-4993. Membership is limited.

March's Health-E Recipe

Confetti Wraps

Try these delicious confetti wraps for a low sodium meal.

Health News

Understanding Chronic Wounds

When the body’s natural wound healing process is delayed or hindered, the wound site becomes an ongoing problem. Two sets of factors can impede the healing process – local factors and systemic factors.

Local Factors are those that occur at the wound site, including:

• Prolonged pressure on the wound
• A dry environment at the wound site
• Re-injury
• Swelling of tissues
• Localized infection

Systemic Factors are those that affect the entire body and are not confined to just the wound site. These factors include:

• Age
• Body build
• Poor circulation or vascular disease
• A compromised immune system due to:
  • Disease
  • Medication
  • Radiation therapy
  • Diabetes
  • Other medical condition

Watch how much you drink. Drinking too much alcohol can raise blood pressure.

Call (772) 223-5903 or visit mmhs.com for more information.

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