Kaitlyn Bravek, PA-C; Molly Hupp; Clinical Director, Katie Nelson, MSN, RN; and Case Manager and Wound Care Nurse, Karlee Neuhalfen, BSN, RN, WCN.
JEFFERSON, Iowa – With two hip replacements in a total of six surgeries, Molly Hupp of Bagley is no stranger to complex medical care. But after a recent fall, the mother of five, grandmother of nine and great-grandmother of one gained a new appreciation for the importance of timely wound treatment.
“I caught my foot, tripped and landed on my cane,” Molly recalled. She sought medical care immediately. While x-rays showed no fractures, she was diagnosed with a deep tissue wound just below the knee on her right leg.
“I was following all of the instructions, but a black spot developed on my leg,” she said. Concerned by the change, Molly returned to her provider. Dead tissue was removed and referral to a wound care specialist recommended. “He told me he would set up an appointment for me in Des Moines, but I said no,” she explained. “I would just as soon go to Jefferson because it is closer to me.”
That decision made all the difference. After just one visit to the Greene County Medical Center Wound Care Clinic, Molly and her husband of 39 years, Rick, knew they were in good hands. In fact, Molly was one of the clinic’s first patients, beginning treatment at the end of May.
Initially, appointments with provider Kaitlyn Bravek, PA-C, took around 45 minutes to clean and care for the wound. But soon, thanks to consistent care and Molly’s dedication, progress came quickly. “They said I was kind of a model patient because I did all the right things to aid in the healing process,” Molly shared. “I’ve been taking collagen and eating a lot of protein. I used a wound vac and continued to use the ointments recommended.”
As the wound healed, treatment times shortened significantly; eventually dropping to just 15 minutes per visit. Now, as she nears “graduation” from the clinic, Molly admits she will miss the entire Team.
“They’re just absolutely wonderful,” she said. “They are kind, sweet, they treat you like family and I love them. I can’t say it any better than that. The care has been phenomenal, and I would recommend it to anyone and everyone. But don’t be like me and wait so long. Just call and make an appointment. Don’t think twice, at least get your wound evaluated.”
To schedule an appointment at the Greene County Medical Center Wound Care Clinic, speak to your primary care provider about a referral or call 515-386-0614.