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The Pressure Effect: A Wound Care PodcastAuthor: SmithNephew
Pressure injuries can be devastating but they can also be preventable. On The Pressure Effect, host Dr. Lee Ruotsi is joined by medical experts to discuss the various and often complex situations that arise when patients suffer pressure injuries and how these events can be avoided in the first place. Through several different focused series, these episodes will provide a deep dive into different aspects of pressure injury prevention, covering a broad range of issues, and providing insight along the way. If youre passionate about patient outcomes and feel driven to reduce pressure injury incidence, then this is a resource that youll find helpful and enlightening. Brought to you by SmithNephew. Language: en Genres: Health & Fitness, Medicine, Technology Contact email: Get it Feed URL: Get it iTunes ID: Get it Trailer: |
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Health System Standardization of Prophylactic Dressings
Episode 4
Monday, 25 May, 2026
In this episode of The Pressure Effect, Dr. Lee Ruotsi talks with Scott Filgo about how health systems can standardize prophylactic dressings. Scott shares his experience leading wound care programs across multiple hospitals. He explains why standardization matters, especially when different teams are using different products. Having one approach helps reduce confusion, improve consistency, and support better patient care. They also talk about what it takes to make this work. From reviewing current products to running trials and getting approval, the process takes time. Scott highlights the importance of involving the right people, building trust, and getting buy-in from leadership. The episode also covers common challenges, like managing change across teams and balancing clinical needs with cost. Listen to hear practical insights on how to roll out standardization and improve pressure injury prevention across a health system. Follow Us Twitter @SmithNephewPLC Facebook @SmithNephewPLC Instagram @SmithNephewMedEd Presented by Smith+Nephewwww.Smith-Nephew.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
