Life can take unexpected turns, and Eileen Carter-Campos found herself in a challenging place after the turbulence of the COVID pandemic. She continued to struggle with her weight and weight-related health issues.

“I found myself falling into bad habits, and I was tired of being tired,” she reflected.

Frustrated with her situation, she knew she had to reclaim her life not only for herself but for her beloved children too. That's when she heard about Bariatric Surgery at Garnet Health—a decision that transformed her life in more ways than she could have imagined.

The moment Eileen stepped into Garnet Health, she knew she was in the right place. The warmth and compassion of the staff, especially from Seth Judd, MD, FACS, FASMBS, Medical Director of Bariatric Surgery for Garnet Health Medical Center, instantly put her at ease. The entire process, from the initial consultation to the post-surgery follow-ups, felt like a seamless journey towards a better self.

But Eileen knew that the surgery alone wasn't a magical fix—it was just a beginning. She realized that true success lay in her desire to change her lifestyle fundamentally. It required commitment, dedication, and a mental shift to make healthier choices, prioritize self-care, and embrace an active lifestyle.

“You must be ready to change your mind as well as your body,” she explained.

In 2022, Eileen underwent the surgery, and the results were nothing short of remarkable. Shedding an impressive 120lbs, she effortlessly transitioned from a size 22 to a size 8. However, the physical changes were only part of the equation. Eileen's newfound energy, reduced pain, improved sleep, and love for staying active showcased the incredible benefits that the surgery brought into her life.

What was once a daunting workout routine became an exhilarating part of her daily life. 

“I enjoy working out now! I never thought I’d say this, but I miss it when I don’t work out!”

As a teacher, Eileen has been helping children for years, but now hopes she is assisting adults too, empowering them to take control of their lives through her own inspiring transformation.

For anyone contemplating bariatric surgery at Garnet Health, Eileen offers some sage advice: Prepare yourself for an unwavering support system, but the real success lies in your willingness to put in the effort and follow through with determination.

“If I can help one person and inspire them to take control of their life, then I have made one more life better!”

To learn more about Weight Loss and Bariatric Procedures at Garnet Health, please visit garnethealth.org/bariatrics, or speak to one of our weight-loss specialists at (845) 333-2123.
 

Written By: Carley Salas MS, RDN, CDN

Some foods can help maintain a feeling of fullness longer than others. Most foods that are high in fiber or protein are typically satiety promoting. Foods that have a high water density can also be more filling. An example of this is comparing dried fruit to fresh fruit. The dried fruit has had the water content removed, so it becomes smaller in size and weighs less, which means it takes up less space in the stomach once eaten. This allows you to eat more of that food before feeling full, which is not a good thing when it comes to weight loss or weight maintenance. 

Fiber

High fiber foods are filling because they take longer to digest, delaying gastric emptying which helps promote fullness. Fiber serves many functions such as helping control blood sugar levels, reducing cholesterol, and preventing diverticulitis. Aim to get between 20-38 grams of fiber each day to help with satiation.

Examples of high fiber, filling foods:

• Broccoli and Cauliflower
• Brussels Sprouts
• Beans and Peas
• Berries
• Oats and Oat Bran
• Apples and Pears
• Leafy Greens
• Beets
• Nuts and Seeds
• Whole Grains (Quinoa, Barley, Farro, etc.)

Protein

Eating foods that satisfy hunger and promote fullness can help control overall calorie consumption and reduce snacking between meals.  High protein foods also have that satiating factor which is another reason why protein is so important! Studies show that protein is the most filling macronutrient, and that it can impact the levels of the hunger/fullness hormones₁. As a bariatric surgery patient, all your meals (and snacks) should be focused around protein, so you can reach that 60-80 gram/day goal.

Examples of high protein, filling foods:

• Eggs and egg whites
• Low fat yogurt and cottage cheese
• Skinless chicken and turkey
• Seafood
• Lean cuts of beef and pork
• Protein shakes

What makes us feel full? 

Leptin – known as the satiety hormone that is secreted by fat cells, helps regulate the amount of fat mass in the body by stimulating fat cells to either burn energy (if needed) or store excess calories as fat. People that have obesity have decreased leptin receptors and impaired leptin signaling₂. This impairment can increase food cravings. 

What makes us feel hungry?

Ghrelin – the appetite stimulating hormone that increases when calorie intake is low, and decreases after eating. This “hunger hormone” is mainly produced in the stomach and decreases after bariatric surgery.  Other parts of the body like the brain, small intestine, and pancreas also release smaller amounts of ghrelin₂. 

If these 2 hormones exist to regulate hunger and appetite, why do people over eat and gain weight? Well, this is a very complex question that is still being researched with the continued increase in the number of people with obesity in the world.  Some people do not pay much attention to their hunger and fullness cues that their body is trying to tell them which can lead to over eating. Many patients share that when they were young they were always told to “finish their plate” even though they were full and satisfied and no longer hungry. This is not a good habit to develop, as you begin to ignore your body’s natural cues and bypass them. It encourages people to associate that uncomfortably stuffed feeling with “fullness” instead of fullness being the absence of hunger. Over time, a dysregulation can occur with the hunger and fullness hormones. Chronic yo-yo dieting where weight is lost quickly and then regained over and over is also thought to throw these appetite regulating hormones off-track.  

Getting more in tune with your hunger and fullness cues is an important tool to develop healthy eating behaviors and weight management. It takes some practice, but over time you will get better at it. Next time you go to grab something to eat, take a moment to pause and check in first and ask yourself, “am I eating this because I am actually feeling hunger or because I know this will taste good/because I am stressed/bored/etc.?”  

The problem with Ultra-Processed Foods AKA “Slider Foods”

Ultra-processed foods are foods that contain industrialized ingredients or other substances derived from food, and usually contain many different additives with very little, if any, intact whole food components₃. Examples of these foods are candy, sugary cereals, sugary drinks, fast food, pastries, and savory snack foods like chips and cheese puffs.  Ultra-processed foods have been linked to insulin resistance, obesity, the development of type 2 diabetes, as well as increased risk of cancer and all cause mortality₃. 

Despite the lack of nutritional value and known health impacts of these foods, many people still overconsume them.  The availability, convenience, low cost, and taste of ultra-processed foods strengthens their appeal. These foods are designed by food scientists to be high in fat, salt, and/or sugar so that they are extremely palatable and therefore, make you crave them more. Here lies the issue - even though these foods are often very high in calories, they do not make you feel full. The reason is because they don’t contain fiber or protein and therefore digest very quickly, so your stomach empties faster, leaving you hungry again shortly after eating.

This is where the term “slider foods” comes from, because the foods “slide” right through. While it may not be realistic to completely eliminate these foods altogether, reducing your consumption of them and trying to eat more foods in their whole or least processed form can help you lead a healthier life.  

As you continue to focus on following the principles of good eating behaviors as discussed in this blog post and a healthier eating regimen overall, you will find that you will achieve a much healthier relationship with your food and a much deeper sense of satisfaction with the years of life you have left.     

References:

1. https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/15-incredibly-filling-foods#TOC_TI…
2. Anderberg, et al., (2015); Beckman, et al. (2010); Zhang, et al., (2006); Lustig et al., (2016).
3. https://robard.com/blog/how-does-consuming-ultra-processed-food-affect-…
    

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No matter your walk of life, you deserve support through others that have shared the same experiences as you – especially close to home.

At Garnet Health, we offer a wide range of support groups, educational classes and events to our patients and local community including, but not limited to:

• Alzheimer’s Support Group
• Bariatric Surgery Pre-Op Class
• Circle of Hope Family Support Group
• Diabetes Prevention Program
• Lung Cancer Support Group

Support is an important part of the healing process and is a valuable resource for individuals who are coping with a variety of challenges in their lives. It provides a sense of community, comfort and encouragement within a safe space. Some benefits of support groups include:

1. Emotional support
   Group members can provide empathy and understanding, which can diminish the feeling of loneliness and the need to self-isolate.
    
2. Sense of belonging
   Those who have dealt with difficult life experiences often feel like they are outcasts. Support groups can provide a sense of community of people who understand what they are going through.
    
3. Providing hope
   Support group members are all going through the same thing, yet live on different spectrums of the healing and growth process. A new member may find hope for themselves after having conversations with others who are actively overcoming obstacles.

If you or someone you love needs support, please visit our list of classes and events to find options that are best suited for your needs.

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Written By: Carley Salas MS, RDN, CDN

Edited by: Janet Klein, MS, RDN, CDN, CDCES

As a bariatric surgery patient, taking vitamin and mineral supplements should be one of your top priorities and is not something to be taken lightly. After having bariatric surgery, nutrient deficiencies can occur without supplementation as the amount of food you are able to eat will not be enough to provide your body with adequate amounts of all the vitamins and minerals it needs. Nutrient deficiencies are serious and can be very dangerous to your health. This is why it is important to start a vitamin regimen well before you have surgery, to make sure you are as healthy as possible prior to the procedure.

Your doctor will check your vitamin and mineral levels as part of the pre-surgery work up in an effort to correct any deficiencies you may have. Many people have no idea that they have a vitamin or mineral deficiency because the signs and symptoms can take a long time to develop, or they may be misdiagnosed as something else. It is also not common for doctors to check vitamin levels during regular physicals, unless a patient requests it.

Bariatric surgery involves decreasing the stomach size causing you to eat less. It can also cause the food to bypass certain areas of digestion (depending on which procedure you have) and not all of the nutrients from the food you eat will be absorbed. This means that you MUST take the recommended vitamins and minerals to meet your body’s needs on a daily basis for the rest of your life. It’s not a bad tradeoff when you consider many patients reduce or eliminate medications due to improvements in their chronic conditions!

Shortly after surgery, you will begin with chewable or liquid forms of vitamins and minerals. Eventually, about 1 month later, you can progress to supplement tablets if tolerated or preferred. In the beginning, your stomach can be sensitive to supplements, which can cause nausea. This is why you never want to take vitamins on an empty stomach! Always take supplements after consuming a meal or protein shake to decrease nausea and improve vitamin absorption.

Pre-Surgery

Research shows that 51% of patients undergoing sleeve gastrectomy had below normal levels of at least one nutrient such as vitamins D, B12, and B6, potassium, iron, or folate1 prior to having surgery. This is why having blood work done ahead of time and beginning to take vitamins is so important, so the deficiencies do not become worse after undergoing surgery. Even if your blood work did not show any nutrient deficiencies, it’s recommended to start taking a multivitamin to get into the routine of taking one prior to surgery. 

Post-Surgery

The typical daily regimen for most patients after surgery includes:

• Multivitamin
• 1,000mcg Vitamin B-12
• 500mg Calcium citrate with vitamin D (2x/day - sleeve) (3x/day – gastric bypass)

Vitamin B-12

The sleeve gastrectomy procedure decreases acid production in the stomach, which can affect iron and vitamin B-12 absorption. This is why it is necessary to take an additional B-12 supplement on top of what is in the multivitamin. Even if you are eating dietary sources that are rich in vitamin B-12, such as fish, beef, poultry, eggs, and dairy, you can still develop a deficiency due to absorption issues. Symptoms of a vitamin B-12 deficiency include heart palpitations, nerve issues like numbness/tingling, vision loss, and muscle weakness. 

Vitamin D

Despite supplementation, vitamin D deficiency is the most commonly observed deficiency five years postoperatively in sleeve gastrectomy patients. Many bariatric patients struggle with adherence to the vitamin regimen in addition to all the other lifestyle changes involved, as it can be overwhelming to some. If you start making small changes gradually as you go through the pre-surgery process, it is a lot easier than trying to implement everything all at once. 
Vitamin D is known as the ‘sunshine vitamin’ because we absorb it through our skin when we are outside in the sun. There are only a few food sources of vitamin D: fatty fish like salmon, egg yolks, liver, and fortified dairy products. Vitamin D deficiency is more likely in people with obesity because of the increased amount of fat cells under the skin, blocking absorption from the sun. If your bloodwork always comes back low in vitamin D and you don’t get much sun exposure, you may need to take additional vitamin D. 

Calcium

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in the human body, making up much of your bones and teeth and plays a role in heart health, muscle function, and nerve transmission. Daily recommended amounts of calcium are 1000-1500mg/day.  Our bodies can’t absorb all the calcium we need at once, so it is best absorbed when taken in <500mg doses spread out throughout the day. 
Good sources of calcium include: milk, yogurt, cottage cheese, cheese, sardines, canned salmon, fortified non-dairy milks, tofu, seeds, beans, almonds, and leafy green vegetables. However, calcium from dairy sources is absorbed better than calcium from plant sources, so while some vegetables do contain calcium, we are not able to fully absorb and utilize it. If adequate amounts of calcium are not consumed, our bodies will break down our bones to get what it needs, which is why low calcium levels in blood work is rare and serum calcium levels are not a good marker of calcium intake/status.

Tips for Proper Vitamin & Mineral Supplementation

• Set a reminder on your phone. It can be a helpful way to make sure you don’t forget to take them! 
• If they are out of sight, they are out of mind so leave your vitamins out so they are visible and not hidden in a cupboard.
• Consider purchasing supplements from a bariatric specific vitamin company. They may be slightly more expensive, however, they will better meet your needs postoperatively and they have a wider variety of flavors for chewable supplements.
• Powdered vitamin/mineral supplements that you add to water are also available if you are having a hard time with chewable supplements.
• At this time we do not recommend gummy vitamins which can become stuck while swallowing and not contain all the essential nutrients; i.e., thiamin.  Also, we do not recommend the use of transdermal vitamin patches. More research is needed to prove their effectiveness as numerous factors can influence the body’s ability to adequately absorb nutrients from the skin; in addition they are much more expensive than chewable supplements.
• Vitamin and mineral supplements are not a replacement for nutrient dense foods! Just because you are taking them does not mean you don’t need to focus on eating healthy foods like vegetables, fruits, and lean proteins
• It’s very important that you follow-up with your surgeon as scheduled for all of your post-op appointments; not just during the first year after surgery, but once per year thereafter.  There will be designated appointments when labs will be drawn again to check the status of vitamins and minerals.  Based on the titers, the bariatric surgery office clinician will inform you as to whether or not you need to increase or decrease your supplements or keep them the same.
• Always take only the recommended dosage of vitamin/mineral your bariatric surgeon instructs you to take.  More is not necessarily better, and high levels of certain vitamins/minerals can cause an adverse reaction.  When your titers are elevated, you will be told to stop taking the supplement for a while until your level is back to the normal range. 

Reference

1.    Damms-Machado A, Friedrich A, Kramer KM, et al. Pre- and postoperative nutritional deficiencies in obese patients undergoing laparoscopic sleeve gastrectomy. Obes Surg. 2012;22(6):881-889.

Middletown, NY (June 30, 2023) – Due to the COVID-19 public health emergency being lifted, Garnet Health announces the following changes and updates to their COVID policies:

• Masking is no longer required except for those visiting patients who have been diagnosed with, or are suspected of having, an air-borne illness.
• Visitors are no longer required to show proof of COVID-19 vaccination or proof of a negative COVID PCR or antigen test.
• COVID-19 vaccination is no longer mandated for employees or new hires.

Despite these changes, as a health care system whose top priority is the safety and well-being of our patients and staff, we recommend our community members, patients, visitors, and employees to continue being vigilant when it comes to preventing the spread of germs and viruses.

“Garnet Health remains steadfast in our belief that vaccination is key to helping prevent serious illness and hospitalization due to COVID-19, flu and other potentially severe respiratory diseases,” said Jonathan Schiller, President and CEO of Garnet Health. “We will continue to strongly encourage that all our staff get vaccinated and will offer education and guidance to our patients where and when appropriate.” 

While the public health emergency is over, COVID-19 infection is not. Like any virus, there are steps we can all take to mitigate exposure and spread:

• Follow basic health and hygiene practices like handwashing,
• If you feel sick in any way, stay home,
• Stay up to date on eligible vaccinations, and
• If you suspect you have or were exposed to COVID-19, wear a mask, get tested, and seek treatment options if you have a positive rest result.

About Garnet Health

Garnet Health is a New York State, not-for-profit corporation headquartered in Middletown, New York, approximately 60 miles northwest of New York City. It is the corporate parent of Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills, Garnet Health Doctors, Garnet Health Urgent Care, Garnet Health Foundation and Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills. Garnet Health is dedicated to developing specialty services, medical programs and needed healthcare services that allow residents to remain close to home to receive quality care. Providing healthcare to approximately 500,000 residents in Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties, Garnet Health was designed to improve the quality, stability and efficiency of healthcare services in the mid-Hudson and Catskills region. Garnet Health provides the services of more than 4,000 employed professionals and over 850 medical staff members. An academic affiliate of the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Garnet Health retains compassionate professionals who continually strive toward the hospital’s mission to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional healthcare. To learn more about Garnet Health, visit garnethealth.org. 
 

Middletown, NY (June 21, 2023) – Garnet Health is pleased to announce the following nurse leader promotions and welcomes new physician liaison. 

Jessie Moore, BA, MPH, DrPH, CHES, has joined Garnet Health as a physician liaison and is responsible for developing and maintaining strong relationships with Garnet Health’s many referral sources throughout the Hudson Valley region. Prior to joining Garnet Health, Moore was Research Program Coordinator at The Valley Hospital where she worked closely with physicians. Moore has spent most of her career working in education and outreach with a focus on reproductive and sexual health. 

Moore received her Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from SUNY New Paltz, a Master in Public Health from New York Medical College, a Doctorate in Public Health from New York Medical College and is a Certified Health Education Specialist. She is an adjunct professor at SUNY Orange, Montclair State University and Touro Medical College.

Lashay Houston, BSN, RN, CMSRN, has been promoted to Nurse Unit Director of Garnet Health Medical Center’s 3 North Progressive Care/Stepdown Unit and is responsible for planning and coordinating the clinical care and nursing personnel of the unit to ensure quality patient care. Houston joined Garnet Health Medical Center in 2018 as a registered nurse in the Medical Intensive Care Unit and promoted to Administrative Director of Nursing on the night shift. 

Houston is a member of the shared governance night shift committee and nursing leadership council. She is also a clinical instructor at SUNY Orange. Houston obtained her RN from SUNY Orange, her BSN from Chamberlin University and is currently earning her MSN in nursing management at Chamberlin University. She is a certified medical surgical nurse.

Jennifer Villegas, BSN, RN, CFRN, has been promoted to Nurse Director of Garnet Health Medical Center’s Medical Intensive Care Unit. She is responsible for clinical operations of the Medical Intensive Care Unit. Villegas came to Garnet Health Medical Center in April 2022 as night shift Administrative Director of Nursing. 

Villegas is a member of the shared governance and critical care committees. She obtained her RN and BSN from Villa Julie College, Maryland. She is also flight certified (CFRN).

For more information about career opportunities at Garnet Health, visit careers.garnethealth.org.

About Garnet Health 

Garnet Health is a New York State, not-for-profit corporation headquartered in Middletown, New York, approximately 60 miles northwest of New York City. It is the corporate parent of Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills, Garnet Health Doctors, Garnet Health Urgent Care, Garnet Health Foundation and Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills. Garnet Health is dedicated to developing specialty services, medical programs and needed healthcare services that allow residents to remain close to home to receive quality care.

Providing healthcare to approximately 500,000 residents in Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties, Garnet Health was designed to improve the quality, stability and efficiency of healthcare services in the mid-Hudson and Catskills region. Garnet Health provides the services of more than 4,000 employed professionals and over 850 medical staff members. An academic affiliate of the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Garnet Health retains compassionate professionals who continually strive toward the hospital’s mission to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional healthcare. To learn more about Garnet Health, visit garnethealth.org. 
 

MIDDLETOWN, NY (June 22, 2023) - Now in its 25th year, the Garnet Health Foundation's Annual Gratitude Reception at City Winery Hudson Valley in Montgomery, NY celebrated the generosity and continued support of Garnet Health’s extraordinary donors. 

“The power of giving has driven the growth of patient care by supporting programs, services, and equipment needs, as well as helping to provide compassionate care to all our patients and families,” said William Dauster, CFRE, Garnet Health Foundation President and Chief Philanthropy Officer. “Thank you to all who gave and continue to give unselfishly to help provide quality patient care at our facilities in Orange and Sullivan counties.”

During the Gratitude Reception the following honorees were recognized:

Leadership in Philanthropy Award
Eileen & Robert Ernst – Rock Hill residents 
Longtime Garnet Health Medical Center - Catskills Volunteers

Volunteer in Philanthropy Award
Miriam Bacigalupi – Monroe resident
Garnet Health Employee

Community in Philanthropy Award
Garnet Health Auxiliary – Middletown campus

Ronald Sherman, MD Nursing Scholarships Donor Advised Fund Awards
Melissa Guadalupe Diaz – Middletown High School student
Alessaundra Mantione – Middletown High School student

Matthew O’Brien Memorial Scholarships Donor Advised Fund Awards
Kailani Martinez – Washingtonville High School student
Lana Tate – Port Jervis High School student

Dauster continued, “The support of donors helps to maintain a high standard of care and enables Garnet Health to expand services to meet the needs of the community. Garnet Health Foundation is incredibly proud of all the nurses, doctors and staff who work every day to provide the very best care possible.”

You can view a full album from the event on the Gratitude Reception page.

If you would like to support Garnet Health’s mission visit: garnethealth.org/foundation. 

About the Garnet Health Foundation

The Garnet Health Foundation is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization whose sole purpose is to encourage philanthropic support for Garnet Health Medical Center. Funds raised through the foundation’s activities are used to acquire state-of-the-art medical equipment and support a wide range of healthcare programs for the community. The Garnet Health Foundation is a member of Garnet Health.

Middletown, NY (June 16, 2023) – Garnet Health is honored to announce that both of their Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers at Garnet Health Medical Center and Garnet Health Medical Center - Catskills have received RestorixHealth’s highest achievement, the Wound Center of Excellence Award. Recipients of this prestigious award meet or exceed national wound care quality benchmarks over a set period of time.

The Wound Center of Excellence Award distinguishes centers that have demonstrated exceptional success by meeting or exceeding clinical and operational benchmarks in several categories, including healing outcomes, adherence to clinical practice pathways and patient safety, along with a patient satisfaction rate of 96% or higher.

“This achievement is a true reflection of the empathy, expertise, and dedication of our wound care specialists. An honor like this reaffirms our mission to improve the health and quality of life for those in our community,” said Jonathan Schiller, President and CEO of Garnet Health. “We are proud to partner with RestorixHealth and be recognized for the outstanding care that our Garnet Health staff provides our patients every day.” 

Garnet Health’s Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers are dedicated to optimizing outcomes and preventing lower limb loss in those patients with non-healing wounds. The approach to wound care is aggressive and comprehensive, coordinating traditional and advanced therapies and techniques that are proven to reduce healing time and improve healing rates.

The centers are staffed with clinicians with advanced training in wound care and hyperbaric medicine. Integrating a team of wound care professionals optimizes patient care, while offering the most advanced healing options. 

For more information about Garnet Health’s Wound Healing and Hyperbaric Centers visit garnethealth.org/woundcare.  

About Garnet Health 

Garnet Health is a New York State, not-for-profit corporation headquartered in Middletown, New York, approximately 60 miles northwest of New York City. It is the corporate parent of Garnet Health Medical Center, Garnet Health Medical Center – Catskills, Garnet Health Doctors, Garnet Health Urgent Care, Garnet Health Foundation and Garnet Health Foundation – Catskills. Garnet Health is dedicated to developing specialty services, medical programs and needed healthcare services that allow residents to remain close to home to receive quality care.

Providing healthcare to approximately 500,000 residents in Orange, Sullivan and Ulster counties, Garnet Health was designed to improve the quality, stability and efficiency of healthcare services in the mid-Hudson and Catskills region. Garnet Health provides the services of more than 4,000 employed professionals and over 850 medical staff members. An academic affiliate of the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, Garnet Health retains compassionate professionals who continually strive toward the hospital’s mission to improve the health of our community by providing exceptional healthcare.

About RestorixHealth

RestorixHealth, the nation’s leading wound care solutions company, develops and operates advanced wound healing centers and provides wound healing direct-care services, education and advanced wound supplies nationwide. Forging strong relationships with their partners, RestorixHealth’s customized wound healing programs and solutions increase the access to care, lower or avoid direct care costs, reduce hospital admissions, improve outcomes and increase patient and partner satisfaction. For more information, visit www.RestorixHealth.com.