The Functional Diabetic Limb Salvage (DLS) with WHF Conference has an exciting Wound Healing Foundation Line-Up.

DLS is widely regarded as one of the world’s premier limb salvage events, bringing together the most distinguished lower limb specialists for an unparalleled learning experience. The 2026 collaboration with the Wound Healing Foundation further enhances this prestigious event, ensuring that all attendees gain invaluable knowledge and resources to advance their practice. 

Prepare for an unparalleled learning experience featuring three days of cutting-edge education, innovation, and collaboration in the fields of functional diabetic limb salvage and wound care.

10:00 am & 11:30 am

WHF Nutrition and Wound Healing Interactive Panel

Speakers: 

Rica Tanaka, Sejal Dave, Veronica Haywood-Ragland, Laura K. S. Parnell

This session explores the impact of nutrition to positively improve wound healing. Current clinical and bench research discussed while nibbling on pro-woundhealing, nutrient dense canapés. This will be a session to remember and share.

2:00 pm

WHF Diabetic Consensus Panel Highlight, Knowledge Gaps and Future Direction

Speakers:

Henry Hsia, MD; David Margolis, MD, PhD; David Armstrong, DPM, MD, PhD; Christopher Attinger, MD

4:00 pm

WHF Top 10 Abstract Presentations 

in Honor of Greg Schultz, PhD

WHF Keynote Hunt Lecture

Join us in honoring Dr. Gregory Schultz during abstract presentations

Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 4:00 pm for Abstract Oral Presentations and Awards

and

Saturday, April 11, 2026 at 10:30 am for the Top 3 Oral Abstract Presentations and Awards

Greg Schulz, PhD passed away unexpectedly in 2024 while sharing his love of wound healing science to others. Greg was passionate about wound healing and constantly researched or taught the subject to inspire others to bring about inventions or better practices. Greg also served as the Foundation’s Award Chair since 2023 and enjoyed recognizing and promoting leading wound healing science. In honor of his memory, DLS and WHF selected the leading scientific abstracts submitted to the conference and these topics will be presented in Greg’s honor. 

EARLY BIRD REGISTRATION ENDS SOON! 

Take advantage of discounted rates by registering before January 11, 2026. Save $100 by registering today!

WHF 25% off Code - WHFBM26

Abstract Submission is Open - Select number of travel scholarships awarded to top 10 abstracts 

Note: each institution represented in the top 10 will receive a travel stipend. If there are multiple authors from the same institution, this stipend will be split evenly. The stipend will be distributed in person at the DLS Conference.

Book Your Room Today - Secure your room at the JW Marriott to reduce commute time and stay amongst the action! JW Marriott, 1331 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20004

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Wound Healing Foundation

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