A chronic wound is an injury that does not progress though the normal stages of healing within 30 days. Some people, such as those with diabetes, are at higher risk of chronic wounds. But whether this is your first chronic wound or you have had one for years, there are treatment options available.

October 2022 - Wounds can be hard to heal without the proper care. Fortunately, patients in St. Charles County have access to comprehensive wound care right in their community at the Advanced Wound Center in O’Fallon. The Center’s experienced, multidisciplinary team works together with patients to get them fully healed as quickly as possible.

March 2022 - BJC surgeons and wound specialists treat severe burns on the lower leg and foot which allowed Heidi to regain more balance and weight distribution.

May 2021 - While many wounds heal on their own, some can be more difficult to heal. Learn more about chronic wounds, when to seek care and the advanced treatment options available to promote optimal healing and improve quality of life.

October 2017 - For Wentzville resident Marty Kane, cancer treatments had adversely affected his oral health to the point where his teeth were beginning to break.  With the help of the Advanced Wound Center, Marty was able to receive treatments he didn't think possible to help heal his gums and regain his health.

August 2017 - A team of specialists in St Charles County give wound patients their lives back.

July 2017 - The Advanced Wound Care Center assembles a team of doctors to help patients with chronic wounds.  These experts collaborate on cases, giving patients the benefit of seeing five specialists in just one visit.

August 2016 - Dr. Stephanie Sandberg is a physician on the Advanced Wound Center team for Progress West Hospital. In this "Ask the Expert" radio segment, Dr. Sandberg defines a wound and gives important details on when to seek help for a wound that won't heal.