An In Person Educational Wound Conference
Join the Columbia Wound Care Community in Portland for a half-day of timely, evidence-based education on the swollen leg. From the anatomy of the lymphatic system and the Lymphedema Treatment Act to compression strategy, durable wound closure, and hands-on wrapping workshops.
This educational offering is open to health care providers, educators, and students with an interest in wound medicine. Our faculty are recognized local experts who present timely, state-of-the-art, evidence-based lectures with interactive Q&A.
There are 4 hours of lectures available, and the activity has been approved for AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™ as well as ANCC contact hours. See the full accreditation statement in the panel to the right.
2026 Advanced Wound Care Symposium — Agenda
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3, 2026 · PORTLAND, OR
| 7:30 – 7:50a | Registration · Continental Break · Visit the Exhibitors |
| 7:50 – 8:00a | Welcome & Introductions |
| 8:00 – 9:30aSession 1 · 1.5 hrs | What is the Lymphedema Act?Alejandro Perez, MD — Providence Health Evaluation of the Swollen LegJodie Majerus, PT — Majerus & Co. Physical Therapy |
| 9:30 – 10:00a | Break · Visit the Exhibitors |
| 10:00 – 11:30aSession 2 · 1.5 hrs | Beyond Compression Strength: The Art & Science of Compression SelectionNicole Nohner, OTR/L, CLT — Hand N Hand Home Rehab Maintaining Wound ClosureRyan Cummings, DNP, FNP, CWC — OHSU |
| 11:30 – 11:45a | Break |
| 11:45a – 1:15pSession 3 · Workshops · 1.5 hrs | Breakout Session — Small Group Active LearningParticipants will be break into four small groups and participate in hands-on training in the following topics: 1. Patient Self-Manual Lymphedema Drainage · 2. Multi-Layer Wrapping with Padding and Toe Wrap · 3. Compression DME-Wraps, Stockings & Donning/Doffing Aids Nicole Randt, OTR/L CLT · Brian Hoover, RN CWON · Nicole Nohner, OTR/L, CLT · Ryan Cummings, DNP, FNP, CWC |
| 12:45p | Adjourn |
Faculty
Location
Linfield University School of Nursing,
2900 NE 132nd Ave, Bldg 2,
Portland, OR 97230
2026 Tuition & Fees
- Physicians $150
- Advanced-Level Practitioners $100
- Nurses/Allied Health $75
- Student/Retiree $50
*Limited scholarships available. Deadline to submit an application, 9/11/26 - 2026 AWCS Scholarship Application(opens in new tab). Decisions and applicants notified by 9/15/26. Qs? Email daphne@wellassembled.com.
Accreditation
In support of improving patient care, this activity has been planned and implemented by Amedco LLC and Well Assembled Meetings. Amedco LLC is jointly accredited by the ACCME, ACPE, and ANCC to provide continuing education for the healthcare team.
Physicians — Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with their participation.
Nurses — Amedco LLC designates this activity for a maximum of 4.5 ANCC contact hours.
Nurse Practitioners — The AANP recognizes the ACCME and ANCC as approved accreditors and allows reciprocity for AANPCP continuing education credit.
Physician Assistants — NCCPA accepts AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™ from ACCME-accredited organizations. Amedco LLC designates this live activity for a maximum of 4.5 AMA PRA Category 1 Credits™.