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Professional Community

Elevating Women in Wound Care Science

A professional community where clinicians, researchers, and scientists and industry advance the science of healing — together.

2,000+

Women in Wound Care

To connect, empower, and advance women across the wound care community through leadership, mentorship, education, collaboration, and professional development.

We believe that when women in wound care are supported and recognized, the entire field advances. Our community brings together clinicians, researchers, educators, and industry leaders to create lasting change.

What We Offer

Built for Women Who Lead in Wound Science

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Community

A network of women across wound care specialties — sharing knowledge, opportunities, and support.

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Education

Evidence-based resources, webinars, and workshops designed for women at every career stage.

03

Leadership

Mentorship programs and leadership development pathways to help women rise and lead.

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Recognition

Celebrating the contributions of women who are shaping the future of wound care science.

Our Members

Meet the Community

Cyaandi Dove, DPM

Cyaandi Dove, DPM

Wound Care Specialist

Dept. Head DFU Program Oregon Health/Science University Women in Woundcare Founder

Dawn Shepherd BSN RN CWCN CFCN

Dawn Shepherd BSN RN CWCN CFCN

Wound Care Expert

Nova Medical LLC Founder Women in Wound Care Founder

Christine Grogan DHA, MHA, MS

Christine Grogan DHA, MHA, MS

Nova Medical Founder/Director

Women in Woundcare Founder

Kirsten Smith MD

Kirsten Smith MD

Director of Medical Affairs Kerecis

Women in Wound Care

Christine Miller DPM PhD

Christine Miller DPM PhD

Podiatric Physician & Researcher

Women in Wound Care

Sandra Jenks BA, BPHE, MSc

Sandra Jenks BA, BPHE, MSc

Vice President Global Mktg Kent Imaging

Women in Wound Care

Lisa C. Shumpert

Lisa C. Shumpert

Chief Learning and Development Officer

Women in Wound Care

"I am looking forward to a community that can give women early in their careers, the confidence and connections to lead research. Women in Wound Care could change career."

Dr. Cyaandi Dove

Wound Care Physician

"I have been involved in wound care for several years and I have seen the need to help women cultivate their wound care careers as it can be a challenging landscape and we encourage men and women to join us to help out."

Dr. Christine Grogan

Founder

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