The Unwrapped Podcast

The Unwrapped Podcast

by Wound Care Advantage
Season 1
Ep6: Street Care_featuring Hawkeye Brimbuela
In Episode 6 of The Unwrapped Podcast, Christina and Kallie explore wound care on the streets—where healthcare meets humanity. Joined by Hawkeye Brimbuela, a Wound Care Nurse and Educator for UCLA’s Homeless Healthcare Initiative. Discover what it means to bring care to those who need it most. Don’t miss this episode. For more information on Homeless Healthcare Initiative Visit us: ⁠https://www.thewca.com/ Play Woundle: https://www.thewca.com/woundle 00:07 Intro 00:54 Fact of the Day 02:54 Hawkeye's Intro 03:39 Homeless Healthcare Initiative 09:02 Homeless Healthcare Initiative at UCLA 11:22 Challenges and Adjustments in Street Care 20:53 On Sight Wound Care Education for Street Care 27:46 WCA and Street Team Collaboration 29:49 Education for Street Team 35:21 The Core of Wound Care: Simplicity and Teamwork 36:52 Collaboration in Wound Care: Bridging Gaps for Healing 39:48 Psychosocial Aspects of Healing 42:24 Building Trust: The Key to Patient Compliance 44:27 The Importance of Understanding Patient Backgrounds 51:11 Getting Involved: Advice for Aspiring Clinicians 54:50 The Holistic Approach to Street Care 59:08 Expanding Street Care: A Call to Action 01:00:19 Conclusion 01:01:36 The Impact of Care, All Care 01:07:46 Evolution Education in Wound Care Visit us: ⁠https://www.thewca.com/ Connect with us: Linkedin: ​​⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wound-care-advantage⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/woundcareadvantage/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WCAdvantage/with_replies⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/WoundCareAdv/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedressingroom⁠ Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/theWCA/⁠ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yrbhm3rZFdAHrmLFbb9Fv?si=cedb9977d1fc4c25
Ep5: Reality Check at Wound Care Conferences
Episode 5 of The Unwrapped Podcast is all about Wound Care Conferences—no filters. Christina and Kallie unpack their time at SAWC 2025 and share a candid look at what these events get right—and where they fall short. From great conversations to tired trends, it’s a reality check you won’t want to miss. Play Woundle: https://www.thewca.com/woundle Education: https://www.thewca.com/landing-pages/education 00:00 Intro 00:12 Traveling to the Convention 01:57 SAWC 04:29 Reality Check 07:31 Favorite Part of the Conference 10:08 Christina and Kallie meeting up 11:45 Wound Care Education 15:18 Learning about Wound Care World Wide 17:38 Interviews Visit us: ⁠https://www.thewca.com/ Connect with us: Linkedin: ​​⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wound-care-advantage⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/woundcareadvantage/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WCAdvantage/with_replies⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/WoundCareAdv/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedressingroom⁠ Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/theWCA/⁠ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4yrbhm3rZFdAHrmLFbb9Fv?si=cedb9977d1fc4c25
Ep4: Living with HS_featuring Suzanne Moloney
In this episode of The Unwrapped Podcast, hosts Christina and Kallie sit down with Suzanne Moloney, Founder and CEO of Hidrawear, to talk about her personal journey living with Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) and how it led her to create a wound care solution designed specifically for HS patients. Suzanne shares candid insights into the challenges of managing this chronic condition, both as a patient and an innovator. Tune in for an honest, empowering conversation about resilience, advocacy, and the power of patient-driven innovation. Suzanne Moloney Founder and CEO at Hidramed Solutions Ltd. creators of HidraWear hidrawear.com hidramedsolutions.com 00:08 Intro 00:24 Fact of the Day 00:56 Understanding Hidradenitis Suppurativa (HS) 05:24The Impact of Patient Stories 10:02 Suzanne's Personal Experiences and Challenges 15:34 The Journey to Diagnosis and Treatment 18:19 The Impact of HS on Daily Life 12:26 The Birth of Hidrawear 27:31 The Emotional Toll of HS 30:09 Innovating for Independence 34:50 Introducing Hidrawear 40:50 Providing Patients with Effective Care 43:59 Advice for Newly Diagnosed Patients 51:26 Advocating for Yourself 55:51 Hope and Future of HS Treatment 59:55 How WCA can Help
Ep3: PRP The Next Big Thing?
Episode 3 of The Unwrapped Podcast is all about PRP! Christina and Kallie sit down with the top four companies shaping the future of the PRP technology in wound care. What sets their products apart, and is PRP the game-changer we’ve been waiting for? Tune in now to find out! 00:00:20 Fact of the Day 00:02:15 Introduction to PRP 00:04:52 Regen Lab Interview 00:06:11 How do Regen Labs products differ? (Regen Labs) 00:09:52 Where do you see PRP going? (Regen Labs) 00:12:00 How to store the product? (Regen Labs) 00:14:21 Patient Compliance (Regen Labs) 00:17:13 Blood Draw Challenges (Regen Labs) 00:19:42 Recommendations or best practices when it comes to the secondary dressings? (Regen Labs) 00:22:10 RedDress Interview 00:23:20 Where do you see PRP going? (RedDress) 00:24:39 How do RedDress products differ? (RedDress) 00:27:24 Blood Draw Challenges (RedDress) 00:29:42 Patient Compliance (RedDress) 00:31:21 Recommendations or best practices when it comes to the secondary dressings? (RedDress) 00:34:23 Nuo Therapeutics Interview 00:36:02 Where do you see PRP going? (Nuo Therapeutics) 00:38:07 How do Nuo Therapeutics products differ? How do you store it? (Nuo Therapeutics) 00:43:06 Blood Draw Challenges (Nuo Therapeutics) 00:46:37 Patient Compliance (Nuo Therapeutics) 00:48:16 Recommendations or best practices when it comes to the secondary dressings? (Nuo Therapeutics) 00:51:06 Reapplix Interview 00:51:26 How do Reapplix products differ? (Reapplix) 00:54:40 Where do you see PRP going? (Reapplix) 00:56:41 How do you store it? (Reapplix) 00:58:03 Blood Draw Challenges (Reapplix) 00:59:25 Patient Compliance (Reapplix) 01:02:15 Recommendations or best practices when it comes to the secondary dressings? (Reapplix) 01:06:06 PRP Overviews Visit us: ⁠https://thewca.com/⁠ Connect with us: Linkedin: ​​⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wound-care-advantage⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/woundcareadvantage/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WCAdvantage/with_replies⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/WoundCareAdv/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedressingroom⁠ Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/theWCA/⁠
Ep2: Skin Substitute - CMS Changes
New: Skin Substitute and CTP Guidelines 2025 Download Now: https://www.thewca.com/landing-pages/cms-wound-care-compliance 00:14 Less than 2% certified wound care nurses in the nation 01:28 Drama form Medicare 03:22 Skin Substitute changes 04:30 Application Frequency 06:02 Understanding Application Frequency and KX Modifier 06:48 Documentation and reviewing process 07:18 Standard of Care Protocol 09:09 DFU Protocol 10:34 Have a checklist 12:05 Excessive Wastage in wound care 15:48 Navigation Product Selection and Research 17:57 Preparing for future therapies in wound care 19:57 Product Selection 21:58 Product Research 27:44 It's coming - LCD Visit us: ⁠https://thewca.com/⁠ Connect with us: Linkedin: ​​⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wound-care-advantage⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/woundcareadvantage/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WCAdvantage/with_replies⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/WoundCareAdv/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedressingroom⁠ Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/theWCA/
Ep1: Wound Care Needs Awareness
00:07: Introduction to the Unwrapped Podcast 01:31: Christina's wound Care Journey 04:53 Kallie's Personal Connection to Wound Care 08:27 Options for Education 10:01 Future Topics and Audience Engagement Visit us: ⁠https://thewca.com/⁠ Connect with us: Linkedin: ​​⁠https://www.linkedin.com/company/wound-care-advantage⁠ Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/woundcareadvantage/⁠ Twitter: ⁠https://twitter.com/WCAdvantage/with_replies⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/WoundCareAdv/⁠ TikTok: ⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@thedressingroom⁠ Pinterest: ⁠https://www.pinterest.com/theWCA/⁠
First Time Home Buying for Nurses and Healthcare Providers_featuring Tracy Lock
The Unwrapped Podcast explores the unique challenges and opportunities for first-time homebuyers in the healthcare industry, specifically nurses and providers. This episode dives into financial strategies, mortgage options, and insider tips to help medical professionals navigate the home-buying process. With expert insights and real-life experiences, we break down the steps to homeownership, from budgeting and credit considerations to loan programs designed specifically for healthcare workers. Whether you're a nurse, doctor, or healthcare provider dreaming of owning your first home, this episode provides the guidance and resources to make it happen. 00:08 Intro 02:54 Tracy Lock Intro 03:20 Chit Chat 05:38 Mortgage Industry 07:26 First Time Home Buying Essentials 11:13 Financial Comfort and Budgeting for Homeownership 18:44 The Importance of Good Lenders 22:18 Debunking Myths about Student Loan Debt 28:00 Market Trends and Timing for Home Buyers 32:05 Understanding Refinancing and its Benefits 36:06 The Importance of Financial Advisors 39:21 Strategies for Winning Bidding Wars 45:48 Special Programs for Healthcare Workers 48:08 Building and Maintaining Good Credit 55:57 Wrap Up