GCP17 - MercyOne Clinton's Wound Care & Ostomy Services w/Jodie Atkinson скачать в хорошем качестве

GCP17 - MercyOne Clinton's Wound Care & Ostomy Services w/Jodie Atkinson

MercyOne Clinton’s Wound Care and Ostomy services provide local patients with advanced, compassionate care for complex wounds and life after ostomy surgery, close to home in Clinton, Iowa. Meet Our Guest: Jodie Atkinson On this episode of the Grow Clinton Podcast, Andy and Jenny sit down with Jodie Atkinson, MSN, ARNP, FNP-C, CWON, CFCN, a dual board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner who specializes in wound and ostomy care at MercyOne Clinton Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center. Jodie provides outpatient care for people dealing with chronic wounds, ostomies, and related skin concerns, working alongside a specialized team of physicians and nurses. Listeners will learn how Jodie’s advanced training in wound management, ostomy, and foot care nursing translates into personalized treatment plans for patients across eastern Iowa and western Illinois. With decades of experience in wound and ostomy care at MercyOne, she brings both clinical expertise and a deep understanding of the emotional side of healing. What the Clinic Does MercyOne Clinton Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center focuses on treating acute and chronic wounds that are not healing as expected, using evidence-based techniques and advanced therapies. The team cares for patients with conditions like diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, bone infections, surgical wounds, radiation injuries, and non-healing traumatic wounds. The Ostomy Outpatient Services at MercyOne Clinton Medical Center support patients before and after ostomy surgery, helping them manage colostomies, ileostomies, and urostomies, as well as the unique skin and lifestyle issues that can come with them. Services include education, appliance fitting, troubleshooting leaks and skin complications, and help with supplies so patients can return to their daily routines with more confidence. Why This Care Matters Living with a chronic wound or new ostomy can affect every part of a person’s life—from comfort and mobility to work, social activities, and emotional well-being. MercyOne’s approach is to treat the whole person, not just the wound, by developing individualized care plans in partnership with the patient and their primary provider. Since opening, the Clinton wound care program has helped thousands of patients heal and earned recognition for clinical excellence, underscoring the impact of having a dedicated wound and ostomy team in our region. In the podcast, Jodie will talk about common misconceptions, what patients can expect at their first visit, and how early intervention can prevent complications and hospitalizations. Treatments and Technology At the MercyOne Clinton Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, patients may receive a mix of advanced and traditional treatments tailored to their specific wound. Options can include specialized wound dressings, antibiotics, debridement to remove unhealthy tissue, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, which increases oxygen in the blood to support tissue healing. For ostomy patients, Jodie and the team provide pre- and post-operative education, stoma assessment, help select and fit ostomy appliances, manage peristomal skin issues, and support with belts, irrigation, and supply ordering. The goal is to reduce complications, improve comfort, and equip patients and families with the knowledge they need to manage care at home. Location, Hours, and How to Schedule Wound care and hyperbaric services with Jodie Atkinson are provided at the MercyOne Clinton Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center, located at 600 14th Avenue North, Clinton, Iowa 52732. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., giving patients convenient weekday access to specialty care. Ostomy Outpatient Services are offered at MercyOne Clinton Medical Center, 1410 North 4th Street, Clinton, Iowa 52732, by appointment Monday through Friday. For more information or to connect with the ostomy clinic, patients can call 563-244-5907, or reach the Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center at 563-244-5495. Community building, economic development, and tourism promotion are the goals of Grow Clinton, a proud 501(c)(6) nonprofit organization in Clinton, Iowa. Subscribe to the Grow Clinton Podcast at the following locations: Apple Music Spotify Amazon Music Buzzsprout Overcast YouTube For more information about the Grow Clinton Podcast, visit   / growclintonpodcast  .