The June 10, 2010 Naples Sunset Rotary meeting featured Elizabeth Gronlund, Safety Director, Hyperbarics Bonita Wound Healing Center that is part of the HCH Healthcare System. Elizabeth was introduced by Naples Sunset Rotary member Adoni Kokkinos, Program Chairman. The Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers at the NCH Would Healing Center are used for the following clinical indications: a) Chronic Refractory Osteomyelitis, b) Osteoradionecrosis, c) Decompression Illness, d) Gas Gangrene, e) Acute Traumatic Peripheral Ischemia, f) Acute Peripheral Arterial Insufficiency, g) Preparation and Preservation of Compromised Skin Grafts, h) Progressive Necrotizing Infections (Necrotizing Fasciitis), i) Crush Injuries and Suture Reattachments of Severed Limbs, j) Diabetic Foot and Low Extremity Ulcer, k) Soft Tissue Radionecrosis - Proctitis - Cystitis, l) Gas Embolism, m) Actinomycosis, and n) Acute Carbon Monoxide Intoxication. The presentation was well received with numerous questions. Additional information is available by clicking here.
