Episode Details

In this episode of Diabetic Foot Files — Limb Watch Edition, Stephanie Stellini Turner, a surgical physician assistant at Christiana Care, discusses the realities of reconstructive and limb salvage care. She shares OR experiences, perioperative workflows, and the teamwork needed between vascular, plastics, and wound care teams.

The conversation covers timing and techniques for reconstruction, managing complex diabetic and trauma wounds, patient optimization and prevention, and the emotional and practical challenges of guiding patients through recovery.