Wound Care

Surgical Site Infections: What You Need To Know

What is a surgical site infection? A surgical site infection (SSI) is a severe complication following a surgical procedure; as the name implies, it is an infection at the site of surgery. At the University Foot and Ankle Institute (UFAI), our podiatrists are vigilant regarding foot and ankle surgery postoperative care and infection control. While […]

Surgery & Surgical Advances, Wound Care

Is that a Staph Infection? Dealing with an Infected Ingrown Toenail

What should you do with an infected ingrown toenail? See a podiatrist and read these tips for preventing and treating ingrown toenails.

Ingrown Toenail, Wound Care

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