Date of Original Release: January 31, 2025
Date of Expiration: January 31, 2028
Estimated Time of Completion: 7 Hours

Target Audience
Dermatologists and others involved in the delivery of dermatologic care.

Statement of Need
The American Academy of Dermatology bases its CME activities on identified professional practice gaps, the educational needs which underlie these gaps, and emerging clinical research findings as these relate to dermatology. Learners should reflect upon clinical and scientific information presented in this CME activity and determine the need for further study.

Learning Objectives
Following participation in this activity, the learner should be able to:

• Identify different types of dermatological wounds and an approach to differentiating between them 
• Discuss optimal wound assessment and new technologies that can be used for assessments.
• Recognize the key characteristics of different dressings and compression therapies available for management of wounds.
• Distinguish advanced wound care technologies and therapies that help dermatologists in their practice.
• Identify a practical approach to wound care for dermatologists

Accreditation Statement
The American Academy of Dermatology is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education to provide continuing medical education for physicians. 

AMA PRA Credit Statement
The American Academy of Dermatology designates this enduring material for a maximum of 7 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit^TM. Physicians should only claim the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.

Instructions to Claim Credit
To Claim CME credit for this activity, the learner must complete the post-activity evaluation survey.

Planner & Reviewer

Afsaneh Alavi, MD, FAAD
Professor
Mayo Clinic
Rochester, Minnesota

Faculty

Barbara A. Delmore, PhD
Clinical Assistant Professor
NYU Grossman School of Medicine
New York, New York

Cathryn Sibbald, MD, FAAD
Assistant Professor
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Daniel Eisen, MD, FAAD
Professor
University of California DavisSa
cramento, California

David G. Armstrong, DPM
Professor
University of Southern California
Los Angeles, California

Dorothy Weir, RN, CWON, CWS
Saratoga Hospital Center
Kissimmee, Florida

Gary Sibbald, MD, FAAD
Professor
University of Toronto
Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Elizabeth A. Ayello PhD, MS, BSN, ETN, RN, CWON, MAPWCA, FAAN
Faculty Emerita
Excelsior College School of Nursing
Albany, New York

Gregory Schultz, PhD
Professor Emeritus
University of Florida
Gainesville, Florida

Hadar Avihai Lev-Tov, MD, FAAD
Associate Professor
University of Miami
Miami, Florida

Karolyn Wanat, MD, FAAD
Professor
Medical College of Wisconsin
Milwaukee, Wisconsin

Mark D.P. Davis, MD, FAAD
Professor
Mayo Clinic Department of Dermatology
Rochester Minnesota

Robert Kirsner, MD, PhD, FAAD
Chairman & Endowed Harvey Blank Chair
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, Florida

Scott Elman, MD, FAAD
Assistant Professor
University of Miami Miller School of Medicine
Miami, Florida

William Marston, MD
Professor
University of North Carolina
Chapel Hill, North Carolina

Staff
Christine Presta
Director, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois

Janet Chester
Manager, Learning Resources
Rosemont, Illinois

Emma Hostetler
Coordinator, Learning Resources
Rosemont, Illinois

Dustin Herlich
Manager, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois

Melinda Keske
Senior Coordinator, Digital Learning
Rosemont, Illinois

Camilia Schawel
Instructional Designer, Digital Learning
Rosemont, IL

Donna L. Roberts-Luttrell, CPT
Instructional Designer, Digital Learning
Rosemont, IL

Disclosures

All other planners, speakers, reviewers, and staff for this activity have no relevant financial relationships with ineligible companies (formerly known as commercial interests).

Conflict Mitigation Statement
In accordance with the ACCME Standards for Integrity and Independence in Accredited Continuing Education, the American Academy of Dermatology has implemented mechanisms, prior to the planning implementation of this activity, to identify and mitigate conflicts of interest for all individuals in a position to control the content.

Unapproved Use Disclosure
The American Academy of Dermatology requires CME faculty/authors to disclose to learners when products or procedures are being discussed are off-label (not approved for the indications being discussed), unlabeled (not approved for any indications), experimental and/or investigational (not FDA approved); and any limitations on the information that is presented, such as data that are preliminary or that represent ongoing research, interim analyses, and/or unsupported opinion. This information is intended solely for continuing medical education and is not intended to promote off-label use of these products/procedures. If you have questions, contact the medical affairs department of the manufacturer for the most recent approval information. Faculty/authors of this activity may be discussing information about pharmaceutical agents that is outside of the U.S. Food and Drug Administration approved labeling.

Disclaimer
The American Academy of Dermatology (AAD) is not responsible for statements made by the author(s). Statement or opinions expressed in this activity reflect the views of the author(s) and do not reflect the official policy of the AAD. The information provided in this CME activity is for continuing education purposes only, is not intended to establish a standard of care, and is not meant to substitute for independent medical judgment of a health provider relative to the diagnostic, management and treatment options of a specific patient’s medical condition. 

No Medical Advice
The information in this publication by the American Academy of Dermatology or any third party should not be considered medical advice and is not intended to replace consultation with a qualified dermatology professional. The American Academy of Dermatology does not answer specific medical questions or refer people to a particular dermatology professional.

Contact Information
For the American Academy of Dermatology Member Resource Center, please call (866) 503-7546.