The Vital Role Nutrition Plays in Wound Healing

Published in Wound Care on December 01, 2021

In today’s episode of Industry Matters, Heather Trumm, director of VGM Wound Care, talks with Dr. Nancy Collins, a Registered Dietician about the role nutrition plays in wound healing. Listen as they discuss how important protein and vitamin C and D are in the healing process, what other foods and supplements need to be considered, overcoming objections to nutrition in wound healing, and advice for patients dealing with hard to heal wounds. 

Learn more at https://drnancycollins.com/ or vgm.com/woundcare.

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