In this episode, host Dr. Felix Boecker draws inspiration from Admiral William McRaven’s The Wisdom of the Bullfrog to explore what the Navy SEAL credo “Death Before Dishonor” can teach wound care professionals. Felix reframes the phrase as a mindset of relentless dedication, clinical excellence, and unwavering patient advocacy—a call to never concede defeat in the face of chronic wounds, systemic barriers, or emotional exhaustion.

Through this reflection, he challenges clinicians to honor their patients not only through healing but through preserving dignity—ensuring that every individual, even at life’s end, has the comfort of intact skin.

Listen as Felix connects lessons of resilience and perseverance from elite military leadership to the demanding realities of wound care practice.

Host Felix Boecker, MD talks with Alton Johnson, DPM—University of Michigan podiatrist and newly elected president of the Save A Leg Save A Life Foundation—about his pathway into wound care, why formal fellowships and “force-multiplier” mentoring matter, and practical ways clinicians can spread skills across disciplines. They dig into why amputations still happen despite better technology—access gaps, the need for vascular workups (“time out before amputation”), and the importance of truly multidisciplinary care—then wrap with patient-facing tips on finding the right podiatrist (look for real clinical presence and board credentials).

Host Felix Boecker, MD cuts through the hype to clarify which supplements actually support healing. Drawing on guideline highlights and clinical data, he explains why protein is the cornerstone—with strongest evidence for arginine and glutamine (and situational HMB)—especially in malnourished or high-risk patients. He compares collagen powders vs. whole-protein intake, reviews where vitamins C, D, and zinc may help only when a deficiency is present, and why routine vitamin A/E use isn’t supported. He also addresses oral hyaluronic acid (skip it) and why branded mixes like Juven® don’t clearly outperform standard nutrition. Practical takeaways: prioritize high-protein nutrition, consider arginine-focused ONS for stage ≥2 pressure injuries, and test before you dose for micronutrients. A concise, evidence-aware guide for busy wound-care clinicians.

How mobile wound clinics are reshaping access and outcomes for underserved patients.

In this episode of Woundcasters, Dr. Felix Boecker speaks with Lindsay Lupton, MSN, CNP, CWS, about her remarkable journey from critical care nurse to mobile wound care provider. Lindsay shares how home health opened her eyes to the underserved and often overlooked patients who cannot access clinics, and how mentorship, persistence, and innovation shaped her expertise in wound care. Together they explore the challenges of providing advanced treatments in resource-limited home settings, the vital role of communication, and the exciting future of mobile wound clinics and emerging therapies like platelet-rich plasma and stem cells.

Why it’s time to retire an outdated, harmful practice and embrace evidence-based wound care.

In this episode of WoundCasters, host Dr. Felix Boecker examines one of the most entrenched yet outdated practices in wound care: wet-to-dry dressings. Tracing the history of wound management from ancient methods to the moist wound healing revolution of the 1960s, he explains why evidence overwhelmingly shows that modern moisture-retentive dressings heal faster, reduce pain, lower infection risks, and save costs. Dr. Boecker highlights the dangers and misconceptions that keep wet-to-dry dressings in circulation and makes a clear case for transitioning to evidence-based, advanced wound care solutions.

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In this episode of WoundCasters, host Dr. Felix Boecker sits down with Dr. Gadi Borkow, Chief Scientist at MedCu, to explore the “copper revolution” in wound care. They discuss copper’s unique broad-spectrum antimicrobial action, its role in stimulating angiogenesis and collagen production, and how it compares to silver-based dressings. Dr. Borkow shares the science behind MedCu’s copper oxide-embedded dressings, clinical results from over 100,000 treated wounds, and why copper may be the future of infection control and healing optimization. From ancient history to modern innovation, this conversation reveals why copper dressings are changing the wound care landscape worldwide.

Welcome to the second episode of WoundCasters, the new podcast from Wound Care Today USA, where we go beyond the basics of wound management.

In this episode of WoundCasters, host Dr. Felix Boecker tackles the controversial and timely topic of wound debridement overuse. Prompted by a recent U.S. Department of Justice case against a national wound care provider, the episode explores how financial incentives may influence clinical decisions—and what that means for patient care. Dr. Becker breaks down the science and evidence behind debridement frequency, highlights best practices, and explains when debridement may actually be contraindicated. It’s an essential listen for anyone seeking to balance clinical effectiveness with ethical practice in wound care.

Frequency of debridements and time to heal: a retrospective cohort study of 312 744 wounds
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23884238/

The role of debridement in wound bed preparation in chronic wound: A narrative review
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34745599/

Wound Debridement
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29939659/

United States Files False Claims Act Complaint Against Vohra Wound Physicians Management and Its Owner Alleging False Claims for Wound Care Services
https://www.justice.gov/opa/pr/united-states-files-false-claims-act-complaint-against-vohra-wound-physicians-management-and

Welcome to the first episode ofWoundCasters, the new podcast from Wound Care Today USA, where we go beyond the basics of wound management.In our debut episode of WoundCasters, host Dr. Felix Boecker sits down with Dr. Ira Herman—PhD scientist, educator, and innovator in wound healing—for a powerful conversation that bridges cutting-edge science and clinical practice. Together, they explore the molecular mechanics of wound repair, the critical role of pH, and the surprising overlap between cancer biology and chronic wounds. They also tackle the glaring gaps in medical education and discuss efforts to reinvent wound care learning for both clinicians and patients. It's an eye-opening kickoff to a podcast committed to transforming wound care from the ground up.

Hosted by trauma surgeon-turned-wound care specialist Dr. Felix Boecker, this show dives deep into the science, stories, and solutions behind wound healing. From expert interviews to real-world insights, each episode explores not just what works—but why it works and who it works for. Whether you're a clinician, researcher, or just curious, WoundCasters is your go-to source for fresh, practical, and thought-provoking wound care education.