Chronic, nonhealing leg wounds are common for patients in and around Happy Valley, Oregon in Southeast Portland. Many seek treatment at local leg wound clinics. However, finding and accessing care can be challenging. Many have long waiting times for an appointment and are hard to get in. Fortunately, we offer a specialized Leg Wound Clinic at Inovia Vein in Southeast Portland, Oregon. We diagnose and treat non-healing leg wounds, focusing on vein care. For venous wounds, we provide targeted treatments for faster, longer-lasting healing. If wounds aren’t venous, we refer patients to appropriate providers. Most wounds are venous, though, and we treat them in-office. This approach helps avoid inconvenient, expensive ER or hospital visits.
What is a Chronic Non-Healing Wound?
Leg wounds can be acute or chronic. Acute wounds heal within weeks. In contrast, chronic wounds persist for over 30 days without improvement. These wounds often lead to complications like infection and pain. Once they stop healing they need specialized care to prepare them and help them to heal faster and stay closed longer.
Types of Chronic Leg Wounds
Firstly, venous leg ulcers are most common and caused by poor venous return. Secondly, diabetic foot ulcers result from diabetes complications. Additionally, arterial ulcers occur due to critical limb ischemia. Rare causes may require biopsy for diagnosis.
Understanding these types helps us develop targeted treatments at our Happy Valley Inovia Vein clinic.
Our Approach to Leg Wound Care in Happy Valley
We diagnose unclear wound types and specialize in venous leg ulcers (VLUs). VLUs affect about 1% of the population, especially older adults with varicose veins.
To differentiate wound types, we use vascular imaging, including venous reflux studies, Ankle-Brachial Index tests, and pelvic venous ultrasounds.
Treatment Options in Happy Valley at our Leg Wound Care Clinic
– Venous ablation: Key treatment for VLUs, improving blood flow and healing.
– Advanced wound care: Includes dressing changes, swelling management, and debridement.
– Artificial skin substitutes: Offer hope for stubborn wounds using Cellular and/or Tissue-Based Products (CTPs).
We tailor treatments to each patient’s needs and work with insurance carriers to minimize costs.
The Appointment Process
Scheduling an appointment is simple. Reach out via phone or our website. Our friendly staff will greet you. Once you are seen, you will be evaluated. Often a venous ultrasound will be ordered in our American College of Radiology certified office vascular lab to map out your veins. Then, Dr. Todd Jones can help you map out a treatment plan for your consideration.
Consultative Process with Vein Specialist Dr. Todd Jones
During your consultation, Dr. Todd Jones will examine and discuss your symptoms. He will present various treatment options. This collaborative approach helps you make informed decisions.
Insurance Coverage Options
Navigating insurance and payment options can be challenging. We accept most major insurance plans. Our team helps you understand your coverage. We provide quotes for out-of-pocket costs before treatments. For uninsured patients, we offer direct discounted self-pay options. After a consultation and vascular ultrasound, we can help provide a good faith estimate of your potential costs so you can decide in a transparent fashion what treatments you wish to pursue.
Areas we serve
Our leg wound clinic in Happy Valley at Inovia Vein proudly serves a comprehensive network of communities across Clackamas County and the Portland metropolitan area. From the historic streets of Oregon City to the suburban landscapes of Milwaukie, West Linn, and Lake Oswego, we extend our specialized care to patients in Damascus, Boring, Sunnyside, and Gladstone. Our services reach beyond these immediate communities, encompassing Southeast Portland, Gresham, Troutdale, Wood Village, and Fairview, ensuring that residents throughout the region have access to advanced wound care. We also welcome patients from surrounding areas including Wilsonville, Sherwood as well as patients who travel from Salem, Eugene, Corvallis and the Oregon Coast. We have 5 other locations so you can select the location that works best for you.
Call for an appointment now!
If you have a leg wound, contact Happy Valley Leg Wound Clinic in Southeast Portland at Inovia Vein. Together, we’ll maximize your healing potential and improve your quality of life.