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— Imbed Biosciences today launched new wound care products for post-surgery, burns and trauma.
The Middleton-based company’s products are designed to lessen acute pain while providing antimicrobial protection, by combining multiple wound care agents into a polymer-based matrix. The new product brands introduced today, Surgaflex PainGuard and Pelashield PainGuard, are meant for surgical wounds and burn and trauma wound management, respectively.
Its PainGuard matrix technology includes a substance called lidocaine hydrochloride, with more than 80% being released within 30 minutes to offer quick pain relief for patients, according to the company. Another key component in the matrix is antimicrobial silver, which can kill harmful microbes. It can be used for other wound types as well including donor surgical sites and chronic wounds.
CEO Terry Bromley notes nearly 90% of patients report moderate to severe pain after surgery.
“Managing this pain effectively from the start is critical — not only to reduce reliance on systemic pain medications, including opioids, but also to prevent long-term complications such as anxiety, PTSD, and delayed healing, which can be a challenge especially in burn care,” Bromley said in a statement.
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— Ascension Wisconsin is backing off the outsourcing of ICU doctors from staffing firm TeamHealth after a public backlash to the plan.
U.S. Sen. Tammy Baldwin earlier this month urged the health system’s leadership to reconsider partnering with the Tennessee staffing company, noting it’s owned by private equity firm Blackstone. The Madison Dem has accused TeamHealth of compromising patient care and safety with its business practices.
In an emailed statement today, an Ascension Wisconsin spokesperson said the health system’s decisions are “always guided by what is in the best interest” of its patients.
“We will continue to deliver critical care services through our existing physician groups and employed providers across Ascension Wisconsin and will not be working with TeamHealth for these services,” the spokesperson said.
The statement says the decision “prioritizes continuity” for its patients, staff and providers while ensuring Ascension Wisconsin is meeting the needs of the communities it serves.
“Our communities can be assured that Ascension Wisconsin hospitals continue to provide safe, quality critical care services at all times in alignment with the acuity level of our patients,” the spokesperson said.
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