LAS VEGAS, NV, October 14, 2026 /24-7PressRelease/ -- Today at the 2026 SAWC, Women in Wound Care (WIWC) announced the launch of what it describes as the first nonprofit built to elevate women in wound care science by creating a professional community where clinicians, researchers, scientists, and industry can advance the science of healing together.

Guided by the mission to CONNECT, Elevate, Educate, Mentor, Lead, and Innovate, Women in Wound Care is committed to leadership development, mentorship and sponsorship, education and knowledge exchange, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and recognition—always centered on improving patient outcomes. The organization is seeking funding from anyone interested in supporting education for the members, including wound care curriculum, scholarships, or any other grants that will provide support for this endeavor.

Nova Medical LLC and Kent Imaging have supported this non-profit in hopes that other industry members will follow suit.

Founding Member Quotes
"We created Women in Wound Care to ensure women across the wound care community are not only seen, but supported to lead," said Dawn Shepherd, (BSN, RN, CWCN, CFCN), founding member of Women in Wound Care. "When we connect expertise with mentorship and opportunity, we strengthen the science of healing—and ultimately improve outcomes for patients who depend on us."

"Wound care requires both clinical excellence and innovation, and women bring powerful insight to both," said Dr. Christine Grogan, founding member of Women in Wound Care. "This nonprofit was created to build a collaborative ecosystem where women can elevate their influence through education, mentorship, and meaningful professional connection."

About Women in Wound Care (WIWC)
Women in Wound Care is a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable foundation, founded in 2026 by Dawn Shepherd (BSN, RN, CWCN, CFCN), Dr. Cyaandi Dove, and Dr. Christine Grogan. The organization's mission is to elevate women in wound care science by creating a professional community where clinicians, researchers, scientists, and industry advance the science of healing together.

To learn more about Women in Wound Care or to donate, visit:
www.womeninwoundcare.org
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