Dr. Hussam Itani is a highly accomplished wound management consultant and
trainer with an extensive background in the field of wound care. His academic
achievements and professional experience make him a valuable contributor to
the advancement of wound healing practices.
Here is a detailed profile of Dr. Hussam Itani:
Education:
- Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing from the American University of
Beirut
- Medical Doctor (MD) from St. Petersburg State Medical University
- Completed clinical training in General and Septic Surgery at St. George
Hospital in Russia
- Master of Science degree in Wound Healing and Tissue Viability from
Cardiff University, UK
Experience:
- Over 20 years of experience in wound care
- Creator and facilitator of various wound management training courses
- Conducted training programs for more than 18,000 healthcare
professionals.
- Expertise in conducting introductory and specialized wound care training.
- Contributions to wound care-related journals and participation in medical
conferences.
Publications: Dr. Itani has authored and co-authored numerous publications in
reputable wound care-related journals. His research and insights contribute to
the field's knowledge and advancements. Some of his notable publications
include:
- Expert commentary on assessing the bioburdens in poorly healing wounds
(Wounds Middle East, 2014)
- Examining the impact of new biomarkers on the understanding of chronic
wound infection (Wounds Middle East, 2014)
- Reviewing the benefits and harm of NPWT in managing closed surgical
incisions (British Journal of Community Nursing, 2015)
- Investigating the impact of psychological stress on wound healing in
patients with diabetic foot ulcers (The Diabetic Foot Journal Middle East,
2015)
- Exploring the influence of smoking on dermal wound healing (Wounds
Middle East, 2015)
- Discussing clinical studies on the use of silver in managing patients with
venous leg ulcers (Wounds Middle East, 2019)
Additionally, Dr. Itani has co-authored papers on topics ranging from foetal
wound healing to neuropathic pain scale reliability and values and priorities in
diabetic foot care.
Recognition:
- Invited speaker at several national and international medical conferences.
- Active participation in sharing research findings and insights with the
medical community
Dr. Hussam Itani's extensive education, practical experience, and substantial
contributions to wound care research and training underscore his expertise in the
field. His dedication to improving wound care practices and imparting knowledge
to healthcare professionals is evident through his training programs and
published works.
Global Diabetic Foot Course Speaker