You Care About Someone's Wound & Skin Health
Whether you are healing from a wound yourself or helping a loved one, PAWSIC has free resources made just for you. No medical background needed.
Free Resources For You
Everything here is included with a free PAWSIC membership. No cost, no catch.
Wound Care Basics
Easy-to-understand guides about common wounds, what to watch for, and when to contact your care team.
Helpful Tools & Checklists
Printable checklists to bring to appointments, questions to ask your doctor, and simple tracking tools.
Community Support
Connect with other patients and caregivers in the PAWSIC community who understand what you are going through. You are not alone in this.
Newsletter & Updates
A monthly email with wound care tips, new resources, and updates from the PAWSIC community. Unsubscribe anytime.
Frank & Lizzie Show
Watch free episodes of our healthcare education show. Real conversations about wound care, explained in plain language.
Skin Failure Library
Learn about skin failure, what it means, and how it is different from other types of wounds. Written for everyone to understand.
You Are Not Alone
Dealing with a wound can feel overwhelming, especially when care involves multiple doctors, facilities, or settings. PAWSIC was created to help bring everyone together so nothing falls through the cracks.
- Learn what questions to ask your care team
- Understand the basics of wound healing
- Find tools to track your progress
- Connect with others who get it
Questions You Might Have
Do I need to be a nurse or doctor to join?
Not at all. PAWSIC welcomes everyone: patients, family members, caregivers, and anyone who cares about wound care and skin health. Our free membership is designed with you in mind.
Is it really free?
Yes. Free membership costs nothing and never will. No credit card, no hidden fees. You get access to wound care basics, the newsletter, the Frank & Lizzie Show, community forums, and more.
What kind of wound care information will I find?
You will find easy-to-read guides about pressure injuries, chronic wounds, skin failure, and general wound healing. We also have checklists you can bring to doctor visits and tools to help you track healing progress.
Can I talk to other patients and caregivers?
Yes. Our community forums let you connect with others going through similar experiences. You can ask questions, share what has worked for you, and find support from people who understand.
Is the medical information trustworthy?
All PAWSIC resources are created or reviewed by board-certified wound care professionals. Our content is evidence-based and follows clinical guidelines. That said, it is educational and not a replacement for advice from your own healthcare team.
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For any wound care or skin health concern, please talk with your own clinician or care team. The answers below are general and do not replace medical advice.
What is PAWSIC's role for patients and families?
PAWSIC is a professional council that educates and supports the clinicians who provide wound care and skin health in post-acute settings. We do not provide patient care or medical advice directly. Our work helps the professionals who care for you stay current and connected.
Does PAWSIC provide medical advice?
No. PAWSIC provides professional education and community for clinicians. For any wound care or skin health concern, please talk with your own clinician or care team, who can assess your individual situation.
Where can patients learn more about wound care?
Start with your wound care nurse, physician, or care team. PAWSIC's public information is general and educational, and it does not replace guidance from your own clinicians.
