Wound Care in Primary Care: Q&A

This free recorded Lunchtime Health News session explores practical approaches to wound care in primary care.

Independent Tissue Viability Specialist and Trainer Valerie Dowley joins Clinical Trainer Alys Bunce for an informal discussion about wound assessment, wound bed preparation and some of the common challenges healthcare professionals may encounter when supporting patients with wounds.

This session is designed for healthcare professionals working in primary care and community settings who would like to develop their confidence and understanding of wound care.

Topics covered include:

• Key principles of wound assessment and why getting the basics right matters
• Wound bed preparation and therapeutic cleansing
• Recognising and managing exudate and maceration
• Dressing selection and common wound care challenges
• Compression, ABPI and diabetic foot considerations
• Recognising delayed healing and knowing when to escalate
• Supporting safe, effective and person-centered wound care

About our expert: Valerie Dowley is an Independent Tissue Viability Specialist and Trainer with 20 years’ specialist experience supporting healthcare professionals to build confidence in wound care practice. Valerie brings a practical, clinically focused approach to education, helping clinicians assess wounds effectively, make informed care decisions and recognise when further support or escalation may be needed.

About our host: Alys Bunce (RGN, PGCE, BSc Psych, FFTM RCPS Glasg) is an experienced Clinical Trainer and Educator. Alys is passionate about translating complex clinical topics into clear, practical and accessible learning for healthcare professionals.

Originally recorded live on Zoom on 21st September 2026 as a Health Academy Lunchtime Health News Session.