FL Podiatrists Expand Wound Care Practice
Wound care is a growing specialty. Dr. Richard Brietstein, along with his partner Dr. Neil Strauss and new associate Dr. Jorge Rivera, all podiatrists, have developed a strong interest in this area. Brietstein’s group is based at University Hospital in Tamarac, but soon will be opening an additional office in eastern Broward County to service patients in that area.
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Dr. Richard Brietstein (R) and Dr. Neil Strauss |
Brietstein was responsible for opening the first wound care center in Broward County approximately 17 years ago at Florida Medical Center. "We are very specific in our approach to care," Brietstein said. "Our heal rates have been very satisfactory. Patients are pleased when we can save a limb that previously would have been lost to amputation. We have the ability to salvage limbs, prolong patients’ lives and allow them to live more productive lives." Brietstein often accomplishes this through a multi-disciplinary approach with vascular surgeons, plastic surgeons, infectious disease specialists, endocrinologists, and other medical specialists.
Dr. Brietstein is an adjunct clinical professor at Barry University School of Podiatric Medicine. Brietstein along with his partner Dr. Neil Strauss are also adjunct clinical professors in the Department of Geriatrics at Nova Southeastern University College of Osteopathic Medicine. Brietstein is Clinical Director at the University Hospital Wound Care and Hyperbaric Center. He is a Diplomate of the American Board of Podiatric Surgery, Fellow American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons, Diplomate American Academy of Wound Management, and Fellow American Professional Wound Care Association.
Source: David Volz, South Florida Hospital News [November 2007]
