Who Are We
The Caribbean Wounds Network, a non-profit association, extends a warm welcome to healthcare providers from diverse disciplines engaged in both the prevention and treatment of challenging wounds. Our association serves as a comprehensive and educational platform for healthcare professionals, fostering excellence in wound healing and championing patient advocacy. Through this collaborative forum, we aim to enhance knowledge-sharing and elevate the standards of care within the field of wound management.
At the heart of our foundation is a dedicated board comprising compassionate individuals who share a common goal: improving patient outcomes and supporting skin health and wound care. Together, we strive to make a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by wounds, contributing to a healthier and more informed community.
Our Mission
The mission of the Caribbean Wounds Network is to offer assistance to individuals across Caribbeans grappling with wounds or facing the risk of such conditions. This encompasses a spectrum of issues, including pressure injuries (bedsores), surgical wounds, diabetic foot ulcers, burns, traumatic wounds, and lower-leg ulcers. Our primary objective is to emphasize the significance of prevention and awareness in wound care, ensuring these aspects take center stage in the provision of healthcare.
Our Goals
Our goal is to raise and increase public awareness of wound prevention and skin health and to fund programs that help prevent the often devastating effects of wounds. We will help:
- Build professional teams across the region with international expertise that can be amended to our regional needs.
- Recognize the value of interprofessional health teams in the management of wound care – specifically with diabetes and access to resources.
- Enhance the education of wound care and limb salvage techniques to prevent and decrease the high rate of amputations.
- Conduct patient education programs.
- Build awareness with the public, health care professionals and government (regulators and policy makers)