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Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is offered at SJMO's new
wound care center.
Problem wounds also include internal injuries, where no
open wound exists, such as:
• Select acute traumatic and crush injuries
• Radiation cystitis or proctitis
• Reconstruction of jaw or bone
TREATMENT The new St. Joseph Mercy Oakland (SJMO)
Center forWound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine is a state-
of-the-art outpatient center that provides specialized, interdis-
ciplinary wound care to patients who suffer from non-healing
or chronic wounds. According to Firas Karmo, MD, an SJMO
plastic and reconstructive surgeon and the wound centers
Medical Director, the center is designed to bring technologi-
cally advanced, evidence-based therapies to patients whose
wounds are resistant to traditional forms of treatment
SJMO OPENS STATE-OF-THE-ART CENTER
FOR WOUND CARE AND HYPERBARIC MEDICINE
BACKGROUND Each year more
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15 percent of all people with diabetes will develop
than 6 million Americans suffer
problem wounds.
A feature of the center is hyperbaric oxygen (HBO)
therapy. HBO is a treatment in which the patient breathes
100 percent oxygen while inside a treatment chamber The
increase in oxygen in the blood encourages the creation
of blood vessels and increases the production of collagen,
the body's natural "scaffolding," both necessary for wound
healing. While HBO can be the primary treatment, it also
from non-healing wounds, which
can cause serious infections, illness
Patients with diabetes have a 15 percent increase in the
and loss of a limb.
risk of amputation, and about 82,000 people with diabetes
can be used in combination with other treatments.
"The Center for Wound Care and Hyperbaric Medicine is
will undergo amputation each year.
staffed with highly skilled physicians, nurses and specialists
These problem wounds can be
a result of diabetes, circulatory
TYPES OF WOUNDS In addition to diabetic wounds,
who will help patients with complex wounds get the nec-
FIRAS KARMO, MD problems, trauma and many
patients may also experience other types of wounds as
essary treatment to get their lives back," says Dr. Karmo.
other conditions—with 1.1 to 1.8 million new cases each
a result of other underlying medical conditions, including:
"The wound care center is another way St. Joe is combin-
year. Typically, a wound that does not respond to normal
• Foot or leg ulcers
ing clinical expertise with advanced technology to provide
medical care is considered a problem or chronic wound.
• Surgical wounds that have opened (or "dehisced")
• Skin grafts or surgical flaps that are not healing post-surgery
needed health care services to the community."
Recent statistics indicate:
• 26 million Americans have diabetes.
• Open wounds caused by radiation therapy
• 26.9 percent of people over 60 have diabetes.
• Bone infection (called osteomyelitis)
To learn more about the Center for Wound Care and
Hyperbaric Medicine, please call 248-858-2606.
SJMO COMMUNITY EVENTS
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Caring forYourself-
Support forYour Journey
Breast Cancer
Awareness Month event
Thursday, Oct. 18, 6 to 9 p.m.
Franco Communications
Center Auditorium
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
44405 Woodward Ave.,
Pontiac, MI 48341
The educational and inspirational evening is
open to anyone who has been touched by
breast cancer as a patient, family member
or friend. Seating is limited, and pre-reg-
istration is required.The free event will
feature hors d'oeuvres; a showing of the
Lilly Oncology on Canvas art collection;
an inspirational dance performance by the
Zone Dance Center; and talks by SJMO
physicians and health experts, includingTom
Rifai, MD; Amy Kirby, MD; and Judie Good-
man, DO, followed by a panel of caregiv-
ers to answer questions.To register, call
800-372-6094.
Women's Night Out
For Every Woman,
For Every Stage, For Life
Thursday, Nov. 8, 5:30-9 p.m.
Auburn Hills Marriott
Pontiac at Centerpoint
3600 Centerpoint Parkway,
Pontiac 48341
The event will include an overview of
women's health and wellness services
offered at St. Joe to help women on
their journey to improve their health and
well-being. Attendees may choose any
two of the breakout sessions by register-
ing in advance.There is an admission fee.
To register or for more information, call
800-372-6094.
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Metabolic Nutrition and
Weight Management
Program
Wednesdays, Jan. 9 and March 6,
6 p.m.
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Franco Communications Center
44405 Woodward Ave., Pontiac
Please call for seminar dates
6 p.m.
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Franco Communications Center
44405 Woodward Ave., Pontiac
Learn about the minimally invasive bariat-
ric surgery options offered at St. Joe, how
to make healthy lifestyle changes, and
how to optimally manage your weight
and related health issues. Registration is
required. Call 248-858-2475.
These seminars provide information
about the serious medical complications
of being overweight and how SJMO's
program can help you. Registration is
recommended and appreciated.To regis-
ter, call Metabolic Nutrition and Weight
Management at 248-858-2475.
Michigan Bariatric
Institute Seminars
Wednesdays, Feb. 6 and April 3,
6 p.m.
St. Joseph Mercy Oakland
Franco Communications Center
44405 Woodward Ave., Pontiac
Keeping Your Lungs
Healthy
Tuesday, Nov. 13, 8:30 a.m.
Great Lakes Crossing Outlets
4000 Baldwin Rd., Auburn Hills
Learn about St. Joe's bariatric surgery
program and the types of procedures
it offers.To register, call 877-WHY-
WEIGHT (877-949-9344).
Join the members of the mall walkers club
to learn from a St. Joe physician how you
can keep your lungs healthy. Reservations
are required.To reserve your spot, call
800-372-6094.
FALL 2012
Comprehensive Lifestyle,
Weight Management and
Bariatric Seminar
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MICHIGAN MEDICAL REPORT