CalMed Limb Preservation Center Advanced Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine
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The Limb Preservation Center, Advanced Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine provides services to patients with conditions that may lead to a major lower limb amputation. Amputations related to complications of diabetes (such as peripheral vascular disease or diabetic foot infections) are the most common cause of lower-extremity amputations. Approximately 50,000-60,000 major lower-extremity amputations are performed each year in the U.S. as a result of diabetes-related complications.
These may include patients with diabetic foot ulcers, diabetic foot infections, peripheral arterial disease, or other limb-threatening conditions. The center may also treat other types of non-healing wounds, such as pressure sores, venous ulcers (from swollen legs, usually around or above the ankle), non-healing post-operative wounds, and other types of wound conditions.
When a patient is referred to the center, it is vital to assess the problem quickly, as time is often of the essence when trying to save a limb. Patients can expect to see a doctor and other members of the team. Treatments during the course of care at the center may include:
Because every patient is unique, we will begin with a thorough assessment to determine the underlying cause of your wound and then implement a treatment plan. Treatments/interventions may include:
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a treatment in which the patient breathes 100% pure oxygen while inside of a pressurized chamber. The pressure inside of a hyperbaric oxygen chamber is about two-and-a-half times greater than the normal pressure in the atmosphere. This high-pressure dose of oxygen helps your blood carry more oxygen to your organs and tissues to promote wound healing. It also activates the white blood cells to fight infection.
Wounds and conditions that are commonly treated with HBOT include, but are not limited to:
If you are a candidate for HBOT, a staff member will tell you how many treatments you will need. Before beginning your treatment, you will be given 100% cotton clothing to wear in the chamber. No cosmetics, perfumes, hair preparations, deodorants, wigs, jewelry, or electronic devices are allowed in the chamber (most pacemakers are allowed).
Most treatments last about two hours. During treatment, you may watch television, a movie or take a nap. The number of treatments can vary depending on your diagnosis, but thirty treatments (5 days per week) is common.
The team consists of doctors, nurses and other staff all dedicated to helping you achieve a healed wound.
Our medical director, Sam Lee, MD, a vascular and endovascular surgeon, oversees clinical operations in the center, ensuring high standards of patient care, safety, and outcomes. They guide treatment protocols, lead interdisciplinary teams, support staff education, and drive quality improvement initiatives—playing a vital role in achieving optimal healing and advancing evidence-based wound management.
A physician’s referral is not needed to begin treatment at our center. However, we would like to communicate with your primary care doctor in order to best coordinate your care, so we encourage you to discuss your wound care appointment with your doctor.
You may also need an authorization, depending on the type of insurance. To schedule your appointment, please call (909) 747-0371.
The center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Please contact our office by phone or complete the appointment request form. Our scheduling coordinator will contact you to confirm your appointment.
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