Westlock In-Service (Monday)

Mon, 10 Mar 2025 09:00 AM - 04:00 PM MST

Alberta Health Services Administration Building
Westlock
T7P 2G3

Event Manager : Heather MacDonald, BCom, CCPE - Northern Alberta Territory Manager Wound Therapeutics, Ostomy Care, Critical & Continence Care

Email : heather.macdonald@convatec.com

Telephone : 7802322500

Presenters : Christie Seymore - RN, BN, NSWOC, WOCC

Comprehensive Wound Assessment & Wound Hygiene:

 

Will cover all of the principles that affect wound healing, management of biofilm, case studies, and end with a product review (dressings explained by their functional category differences).  An opportunity for hands-on experience with wound care products on AHS formulary included.

 

Ostomy Basics:

 

This session will take us through the basics of ostomy care, looking specifically at the pouching options available including accessory products and problem solving techniques.  A review of wellness support programs available to anyone, as well as ostomy nurses support to healthcare providers.  There will be an ostomy product demonstration, and answering attendees questions.