This center will allow patients to receive the same care they would receive in our larger, Pittsburgh-based hospitals. Initially, Dr. Steed, who also sees patients at the UPMC Jeannette East satellite in Greensburg, will see patients at UPMC Beaver Valley once every two weeks. Bringing these services into the community means that Beaver Valley residents may now be able to participate in some of the clinical trials taking place at the Pittsburgh clinic. Many patients may not have the resources or the mobility they need to travel outside of their community. Instead, this center brings the treatment to them.
Time is the most important factor when treating wounds.
Left untreated, they can lead to serious complications, including amputation.