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@USC Prof Armstrong World’s Top Ranked Scholar in #DiabeticFoot @KeckSchool_USC @ScholarGPS @ResearchatUSC @ALPSlimb #ActAgainstAmputation

David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery and Neurological Surgery, was honored along with 94 other members of the University of Southern California faculty as “highly ranked scholars” across all disciplines. Armstrong is the most highly cited scholar in diabetic foot ulcers, worldwide and leads the Department of Surgery in general. “This is a reflection on... Continue Reading →

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More than 100,000 Americans with diabetes have limbs amputated each year. This is a crisis @Guardian @NSBarsky #ActAgainstAmputation @ALPSlimb

More than 100,000 Diabetes-Related Amputations in the USA: This is a Crisis The article "Death by Diabetes: America's Preventable Epidemic" by Neil Barsky examines the high rate of amputations due to diabetes in the U.S., particularly among Black Americans. It highlights the preventable nature of these amputations with proper medical care and diet. The piece... Continue Reading →

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Physician’s Weekly: #SkinSubstitutes from donated #amniotic tissue transform chronic #wounds, enhancing healing rates and reducing emergency admissions, according to @DGArmstrong of @KECKSchool_USC

Learn more in the Physician's Weekly Q&A here

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Thermography Research in Diabetic Foot: A Bibliometric Analysis @ResearchAtUSC #ActAgainstAmputation @USC_Vascular @ALPSlimb

Diabetic foot complications are among the most severe and costly consequences of diabetes mellitus, significantly impacting patients' quality of life. Recent advancements in thermography technology have demonstrated promising results in the early detection and management of diabetic foot problems. By identifying temperature variations, thermography can detect early signs of infection, thus aiding in timely intervention... Continue Reading →

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New “smart bandages” hold potential for revolutionizing the treatment of chronic wounds

This article of our recent work written by Zara Abrams Researchers at the Keck School of Medicine of USC are co-leading an effort to develop advanced electronic bandages and other tools to improve chronic wound monitoring and healing. Chronic wounds, which include diabetic ulcers, surgical wounds, pressure injuries, and other problems, are deadlier than many... Continue Reading →

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USC Podiatric Surgeon David G. Armstrong First to Surpass 75,000 Citations of Research Contributions #ActAgainstAmputation

David G. Armstrong, Professor of Surgery with Tenure at the University of Southern California and a globally recognized leader in diabetic limb salvage and wound care, has achieved a historic milestone as the first to surpass 75,000 citations of his research work. This unprecedented accomplishment underscores his profound impact on the fields of podiatric surgery,... Continue Reading →

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Can Augmented Reality Help Surgeons in the OR? #ActAgainstAmputation #C2SHiP @KeckSchool_USC

Here is the direct link to the story in Keck USC news. A new study explores the pros and cons of using augmented-reality headsets in the operating room. Is augmented reality ready to play a bigger role in surgery? A new study led by a physician from Keck Medicine of USC explores the pros and cons of... Continue Reading →

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@FebrilePodcast focuses State of the Art (StAR) on limb preservation with @USC Professors DG Armstrong, @TzeWoeiTan, @Emory Professor @LimbsandLungs and @UW_medicine Prof. Meghan Brennan #ActAgainstAmputation @IDSAInfo @USC_Vascular

https://player.captivate.fm/episode/46e6e398-323e-4acc-b272-a6c43efb1382 Episode 98 of the Febrile podcast 98: StAR: Diabetes-related Foot Infections Episode 98 • 22nd April 2024 • Febrile • Sara Dong Shownotes This StAR episode features the CID State-of-the-Art Review on evaluation and management of diabetes-related foot infections. Our guest stars this episode are: Dr. Meghan Brennan (ID physician at University of Wisconsin) Dr. Marcos Schechter (ID physician... Continue Reading →

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State of the University: President praises campus community’s strength, grace – calls out @NIDDK @KeckSchool_USC Smart Boot Study #ActAgainstAmputation @presidentfolt @USC_vascular

https://today.usc.edu/usc-state-of-the-university-president-carol-folt Folt highlighted research wins and praised specific researchers at the Health Sciences Campus for discoveries and developments, such as the “smart boots” developed by David Armstrong at Keck Medicine of USC, the Keck School of Medicine and the Center to Stream Healthcare in Place for patients with diabetes. The boots relieve pressure, speeding up the healing... Continue Reading →

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JAMA: Diabetic Foot Infections and Amputations Are All Too Common-Here’s What Could Move the Needle #ActAgainstAmputation @USC_Vascular @CaitlinWHicks @ALPSlimb @APMA @USC @Cortes_Penfield @KeckSchool_USC

Diabetic foot infections are a severe and often life-threatening issue, with a third of those hospitalized requiring amputation and about half of the patients dying within five years post-amputation. Despite the gravity of the situation, these infections are notoriously difficult to manage. However, recent developments in technology, care strategies, and upcoming FDA guidelines offer a... Continue Reading →

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