Fiona Wood
Fiona Wood is a prominent figure in the field of medicine, particularly known for her contributions to burns care and skin grafting.
Pronunciation
Fiona Wood is pronounced as /fiːˈoʊnə wʊd/.
Etymology
The name Fiona is of Gaelic origin, meaning "fair" or "white". Wood is a common English surname, originally denoting a person who lived in or worked in a wood or forest.
Career
Fiona Wood is an eminent plastic surgeon and researcher based in Perth, Western Australia. She is best known for her innovative work in the treatment of burns, and is the co-developer of ReCell, a spray-on skin technology. This technology has revolutionized the treatment of burns worldwide, significantly reducing the healing time and improving the quality of life for burn victims.
Contributions to Medicine
Wood's contributions to the field of medicine are numerous. Her development of the ReCell technology has had a profound impact on the treatment of burns. This technology allows for the creation of a suspension of skin cells that can be sprayed onto a burn wound, promoting faster healing and less scarring.
In addition to her work with ReCell, Wood has also made significant contributions to the understanding and treatment of scar tissue. Her research in this area has led to advancements in the prevention and reduction of scarring, improving outcomes for patients with severe burns and other injuries.
Related Terms
- Plastic Surgery: A surgical specialty involving the restoration, reconstruction, or alteration of the human body.
- Burns Care: The management and treatment of burn injuries.
- Skin Grafting: A type of graft surgery involving the transplantation of skin.
- Scar Tissue: The fibrous tissue that replaces normal skin after an injury.
- ReCell: A spray-on skin technology developed by Fiona Wood.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Fiona Wood
- Wikipedia's article - Fiona Wood
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