1111001111011111111111MMIIIIIIIIMMISIIININIPMeller. 411P- 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 • 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 CD 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. 0 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 3 MICHIGAN MEDICAL REPORT