Katie Blackburn

Podiatrist and Complex Wound Specialist for S&N. Passionate about patients. All views are my own.

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

Tessa shows how navigating SSI concerns can affect bonding with a newborn.

Her experience emphasises the crucial role of SSI prevention in helping improve maternal outcomes.

Watch her story now: https://t.co/6QyVzdUqNE

#SSIprevention #MaternalHealth #CSection

[Jacqui Fletcher @JacquiFletcher3]

Here are the slides from the webinar, thank you to all that attended - great discussion, hope it helps. The video will be available soon if you want the slides explained.

[Katie Blackburn @pod_katie]

Any podiatrists, nurses, woundcare specialists out there looking for a new challenge?

Amazing job opportunity to join Smith and Nephews clincial team.

https://t.co/Xmsv3SnFyq

[The Podiatrist @ThePodiatristUK]

New issue out today! ON THE COVER: our latest issue of @roycolpod members’ magazine profiles the podiatrists working behind-the-scenes in elite footwear development. What goes into a pair of trainers?

[Katie Blackburn @pod_katie]

Free Study Event next week!

Interesting in learning more about PICO? Register for our presentation of the BEST PRACTICE STATEMENT for active treatment of non healing wounds.

Only a few places remaining

[Katie Blackburn @pod_katie]

Some amazing training an education from out medical education team https://t.co/5J496PGhl6

[The Podiatrist @ThePodiatristUK]

Are you an NHS podiatrist with experience of burnout? We want to speak to you for a story full of practical tips to help others who may be struggling.

Your experiences will be sensitively handled by an experienced journalist. Email [email protected]

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

At #Wexham2022, we're sharing a vision to not only deliver results in knee ligament repair, but to #ReimagineReconstruction. From graft prep and advanced biocomposites to the LIGABRACE ACL Technique, we have it covered. Visit us to learn more, or click https://t.co/MqSRw9OBIA

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

In knee ligament repair, what are the optimal techniques and technologies to #ReimagineReconstruction?At #Wexham2022, Nov 10-11, ask us how innovation contributes to success across a range of procedures or approaches.Learn more here: https://t.co/EW8zSjbgOE #sportsmedicine

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

In paediatric surgery, #woundcare specialists need a range of innovations at their disposal, so at the Turkish Paediatric Surgical Association congress we're discussing the role of #NPWT and hydrosurgical #debridement. Read about the VERSAJET System here: https://t.co/FDBLuDqbqi

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

What can #woundcare clinicians do to combat costs when #infection and/or #biofilm are present?

For STOP Wound Infection Day, learn how a clear, concise treatment pathway helps guide treatment choices: https://t.co/KLfclmqGiw

#STOPWoundInfectionDay

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

What’s your focus on STOP Wound Infection Day?

When uncertainty and inconsistency in wound assessment can lead to antimicrobial misuse, a clear #infection management pathway may help guide treatment choices.
Download: https://t.co/KLfclmqGiw

#STOPWoundInfectionDay

[Avraham Z. Cooper, MD 🩺 @AvrahamCooperMD]

This hungry macrophage just macrophaging is amazing 👏🏻

#MedTwitter #biology

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

Our S+N colleagues are currently completing a 3-day #CharityBikeRide cycling from Croxley, Watford to Amsterdam to raise money for @PSCSupportUK

If you would like to donate to this cause, you can do so here: https://t.co/VZXcMunLpe

#LifeUnlimited #LondonToAmsterdam #PSCSupport

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

Surgical #woundcare clinicians who perceived #NPWT as too costly and complex may have left the #LBM2022 conference with a different perspective.

We outlined how to harness the potential benefits of PICO sNPWT. Browse the evidence here: https://t.co/MphO60BEPX

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

Experts are aiming to reshape perceptions of #meniscalrepair through a standard anterior portal at the @EdinburghTrauma Symposium.

Have you seen what the FAST-FIX FLEX Meniscal Repair System can offer?

Click here to learn more: https://t.co/ogUNfB5AlD

#EITC22

[Katie Blackburn @pod_katie]

@tim_n_board That looks amazing!

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

To optimise guidance on the safe and effective use of advanced medical devices, we're looking to the forefront of smart technology. Our partnership with @RodsCones1 will enable remote, real-time connection with surgeons and clinicians.
Learn more here: https://t.co/venXmToMGo

[Alec Mason 💙 @AlecSmithNephew]

Fantastic to have been involved in the development of this amazing app #makingmorepossible

[Katie Blackburn @pod_katie]

🎉🎉🎉🎉🥳🥳🥳

[Smith+Nephew @SmithNephewPLC]

We are happy to announce that we will be building a new world-class R&D, manufacturing and flexible office environment near Hull, UK. Find out more: https://t.co/phZAqcP4MZ