The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) is proud to announce a new affiliation and partnership with Wounds Australia, marking a significant stride forward in the mission to prevent avoidable amputation.
March 6 2023 – Dr. David G. Armstrong was among the authors of the research study “Real-World Racial Variation in Treatment and Outcomes Among Patients with Peripheral Artery Disease”. Results of this real-world study suggest that black patients with PAD have higher disease severity at the time of diagnosis and are at increased risk of experiencing adverse outcomes following diagnosis
A recent study reveals that diabetic foot ulcer (DFU) patients transitioning from Medicaid to commercial insurance face a 27% lower risk of major amputation. Conducted by leading experts from ALPS and published in Diabetology, the research highlights the critical role of insurance in improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Discover how insurance transitions can help reduce amputation rates for those with DFUs.
The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) is partnering with the Association for the Advancement of Wound Care (AAWC) to enhance limb preservation. This collaboration will strengthen multidisciplinary care, expand education, and raise public awareness to prevent avoidable amputations and improve patient outcomes.
The American Limb Preservation Society (ALPS) is partnering with the Society for Vascular Nursing (SVN) to enhance limb preservation. This collaboration will strengthen multidisciplinary care, expand education, and raise public awareness to prevent avoidable amputations and improve patient outcomes.