Shannon Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine Receives Accreditation

Shannon Medical Center is pleased to announce Shannon Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine has received accreditation from the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS). UHMS accreditation means our facility has met or exceeded the highest standards of care and patient safety through rigorous evaluation of our operations, including equipment, staff and training to ensure that the utmost quality is maintained within the specialty of undersea and hyperbaric medicine.

Hyperbaric oxygen therapy involves the use of medical oxygen administered in a pressure chamber at levels higher than atmospheric pressure. This pressure helps oxygen dissolve more rapidly into the blood, advancing its absorption into damaged tissues to promote healing of wounds, serious infections, pressure-related scuba diving injuries, arterial gas embolism and other illnesses. A well-maintained chamber and trained support staff are essential in the daily operation of this important treatment adjunct.

Participating in the UHMS accreditation program is voluntary and takes months of preparation. Our team of physicians, nurses, technicians and management worked together prior to the accreditation survey to ensure compliance with UHMS-related standards of practice and safety measures. 

This accreditation demonstrates Shannon Medical Center's commitment to providing the highest quality of patient care at Shannon Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine. We are proud of our team members for achieving this significant milestone and of their commitment to their patients!

For more information about the Shannon Center for Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine, please visit https://www.shannonhealth.com/services/wound-care/