The Certified Wound Specialist Physician® (CWSP) credential demonstrates that the certified health professional possesses distinct and specialized knowledge thereby promoting quality of care for persons with wounds.

The CWSP certification is a formal recognition of a master level knowledge and specialty practice in wound management, enhancing team approach that is essential to successful wound management.

A CWSP is recognized as a specialist, an expert in wound care, demonstrating dedication to the highest standards in wound care and improving the quality of wound care for patients.

A CWSP is also able to cooperate and exchange resources with the various disciplines and organizations involved in wound care, hence reducing the costs of providing wound care in their local facility or practice.Providing valuable on-site resource to educate and train colleagues involved in wound management as a niche benefi in wound management services.

The American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) is a voluntary, not-for-profit organization established for the purpose of credentialing interdisciplinary practitioners in the field of wound management. The organization was founded by individuals with years of experience in wound care who are dedicated to helping patients who suffer from acute and chronic wounds of various etiologies.

The American Board of Wound Management (ABWM) supports the concept of voluntary certification by examination for wound management professionals. Certification focuses specifically on the individual and is an indication of current level of knowledge in the wound management field.

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