Join the American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA) and become part of a multidisciplinary community dedicated to advancing excellence in wound care education, clinical practice, certification, collaboration, and patient outcomes. APWCA membership provides healthcare professionals with access to valuable educational resources, professional networking opportunities, industry updates, certification support, and ongoing clinical learning designed to support growth within the evolving field of wound care.
Becoming a member of APWCA connects healthcare professionals with a trusted network focused on advancing wound care knowledge, improving patient outcomes, and supporting professional growth. Members benefit from access to educational content, clinical resources, interdisciplinary collaboration, and opportunities to stay informed about emerging trends and best practices within the specialty.
APWCA membership offers valuable advantages, including:
APWCA offers membership opportunities for healthcare professionals, clinicians, educators, students, and industry professionals involved in wound care and related specialties. Memberships are designed to support continuing education, professional development, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to valuable wound care resources throughout the year.
Designed for physicians actively practicing or specializing in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, vascular medicine, surgery, podiatry, and related clinical specialties. Physician members gain access to educational resources, professional networking opportunities, webinars, certification support, and ongoing clinical updates.
Available to healthcare professionals including nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, therapists, wound care clinicians, educators, researchers, and allied healthcare providers involved in wound management and patient care.
Designed for students, residents, fellows, and trainees seeking to expand their knowledge in wound care and connect with experienced professionals within the specialty. This membership level supports early professional development and educational growth.
Available to retired healthcare professionals who wish to remain engaged with the wound care community, educational initiatives, industry updates, and professional networking opportunities through APWCA.
APWCA offers discounted group membership plans for hospitals, healthcare systems, clinics, wound care centers, educational institutions, and organizations seeking to support continuing education and professional development for multiple team members.
Group memberships provide organizations with an opportunity to strengthen interdisciplinary collaboration, expand access to wound care education, and support clinicians involved in wound prevention, treatment, management, and patient care across a variety of healthcare settings.
Group Membership Discounts
Group membership plans are ideal for:
Healthcare professionals and organizations who prefer to submit a membership application offline may download the APWCA membership application form for submission via email.
All memberships are valid for one year and do not automatically renew. Healthcare professionals interested in organizational participation may also explore APWCA’s group membership opportunities for hospitals, clinics, and educational institutions.
APWCA membership provides healthcare professionals with access to valuable educational resources, clinical insights, professional networking opportunities, and ongoing support designed to strengthen expertise within the field of wound care. Members become part of a collaborative community focused on advancing wound healing practices, improving patient outcomes, and supporting continued professional growth.
APWCA membership is designed to support clinicians practicing across hospitals, outpatient wound centers, private practices, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation settings, home health, academic institutions, and other healthcare environments involved in wound prevention, treatment, and patient care.
Healthcare professionals interested in expanding their clinical expertise may also explore the Wound Care Review Course, continuing education programs, and wound care certification resources available through APWCA.
“APWCA has provided valuable educational resources, professional connections, and ongoing clinical insights that have helped strengthen my knowledge and confidence in wound care practice.”
“The multidisciplinary collaboration and educational opportunities through APWCA have been extremely beneficial for both professional growth and staying informed on advancements in wound management.”
“As a wound care clinician, I appreciate the access to webinars, certification resources, and industry updates that support continuing education and evidence-based patient care.”
“APWCA offers an excellent community for healthcare professionals interested in wound healing, clinical education, and professional networking across multiple specialties.”
“Membership with APWCA has helped me stay connected with evolving wound care practices, emerging technologies, and interdisciplinary professionals dedicated to improving patient outcomes.”
“This course helped me organize and reinforce years of wound care knowledge while preparing for certification. The information was practical, evidence-based, and relevant across multiple care settings.”
APWCA membership is available to healthcare professionals, clinicians, educators, researchers, students, and industry professionals involved in wound care, wound healing, hyperbaric medicine, limb preservation, and related specialties. Members represent a multidisciplinary community dedicated to advancing patient care and professional development within the field of wound management.
APWCA members gain access to educational resources, quarterly webinars, certification support, professional networking opportunities, industry updates, clinical learning experiences, and ongoing collaboration within the wound care community.
Yes. All APWCA memberships are valid for one year from the date of enrollment and do not automatically renew.
Yes. APWCA offers discounted group membership opportunities for hospitals, clinics, wound care centers, educational institutions, and healthcare organizations enrolling multiple team members.
Yes. Organizations enrolling 5 or more members receive a 10% discount on annual membership rates, while organizations enrolling 10 or more members receive a 20% discount.
Members can access the APWCA Member Portal using the account credentials created during the membership application process. The portal allows members to view and manage membership information and access available member resources.
Healthcare professionals may apply online by selecting the appropriate membership level, completing the application form, and submitting payment through the secure registration system. A downloadable membership application form is also available for offline submission.
Yes. APWCA offers discounted membership opportunities for students, residents, fellows, and trainees interested in expanding their wound care education and professional development.
APWCA members include physicians, nurses, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, podiatrists, therapists, wound care specialists, educators, researchers, and other healthcare professionals involved in wound prevention, treatment, and patient care.
Healthcare professionals may explore APWCA’s continuing education programs, Wound Care Review Course, and certification resources for additional professional development opportunities.
Connect with a multidisciplinary community dedicated to advancing wound care education, clinical excellence, certification support, and professional collaboration.
Dr. Jeffrey Niezgoda is a nationally recognized leader in wound care, hyperbaric medicine, limb preservation, and regenerative medicine with more than 30 years of clinical experience. He is the Past President of the American Professional Wound Care Association (APWCA) and the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine.
Dr. Niezgoda has directed advanced wound care and hyperbaric programs, contributed to medical device development and clinical research, and served in leadership roles supporting innovation in wound management technologies and patient care. His expertise includes wound healing, vascular care, hyperbaric medicine, and regenerative clinical services.
Dr. Barbara Delmore is a board-certified wound care nurse, researcher, educator, and Senior Nurse Scientist at NYU Langone Health. With more than 35 years of nursing experience, she specializes in pressure injury prevention, chronic wound management, and evidence-based wound care practices.
Dr. Delmore has authored numerous publications, served on professional advisory boards, and received national recognition for her contributions to wound care research, education, and clinical innovation.
Dr. Jeffrey Lehrman is a nationally recognized expert in wound care documentation, coding, compliance, and podiatric medicine. Through Lehrman Consulting, LLC, he provides education and guidance related to healthcare coding, reimbursement, and regulatory compliance.
Dr. Lehrman serves as a staff liaison at the AMA CPT® Editorial Panel meetings and has held leadership positions within APWCA and other professional organizations focused on wound care and podiatric surgery.
Dr. Mark Melin is a Senior Associate Consultant at the Mayo Clinic specializing in wound care, vascular medicine, and advanced wound healing technologies. His clinical expertise includes vascular assessment, chronic wound management, and emerging technologies in wound care.
Dr. Melin actively contributes to research, education, and advancements in wound healing practices focused on improving patient outcomes and interdisciplinary care.
Dr. Kathya Zinszer is a podiatric physician specializing in diabetic foot care, wound management, limb preservation, and public health advocacy. She currently serves at Geisinger Medical Center and has extensive experience in both clinical practice and wound care education.
Dr. Zinszer has contributed to wound care publications, professional organizations, and clinical guideline initiatives related to diabetic foot management and wound prevention strategies.
Dr. Thomas Serena is an internationally recognized wound care specialist, researcher, educator, and founder of The SerenaGroup®. He has established wound care centers throughout the United States and internationally and has led more than 100 clinical trials focused on wound healing and advanced therapies.
Dr. Serena has authored hundreds of scientific publications, delivered lectures worldwide, and held leadership positions within multiple wound care organizations, including APWCA, the Wound Healing Society, and the American College of Hyperbaric Medicine.
