The original version of the Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis (IAD) was launched by Prof. Dimitri Beeckman and a team of experts. The updated publication reflects a decade of progress in IAD prevention, assessment, terminology, and managment whilse also addressing ongoing challenges, including the frequent missclassificiation of IAD and pressure injuriries.
This is a practical guidance to support better care, better ourcomes, and greater patient safety
- Dimitri Beeckman (chair),
Professor Michelle Barakat-Johnson, and international expert panel.
Have a look!
Steven Smet, Doctoral Candidate, and part of our SKINT group was just elected as the next President for the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel (ISTAP)!
What an achievement!
Congratulations!
Prof. Dimitri Beeckman and Dr. Anika Fourie presented SKINT a the “Wound Care: Global Knowledge to Local Impact, 20 Years On” conference organised by the Malta Association of Skin and Wound Care (MASC). A fantastic program led by the president, Dr. Corinne Ward. Dimitri delivered two key note sessions; one on the future of wound care in Europe and the role of nursing in leadership. Together with speakers, Prof. Romanelli Marco, and Madeleine Flanagan, and others, they celebrated the anniversary of MASC, and received the honour to meet Her Excellency Myriam Spiteri Debono, President of Malta.
“When our specialist discipline receives recognition from a country’s highest authorities, it carries great significance, not only for the specialty area nationally, but also far beyond” – DB
A great privilege.
Credit source: the ‘Office of the President of Malta’
Steven Smet presented his latest research and publication, Development and Content Validation of WoundPilot: A Clinical Decision Support System for Structured Wound Assessment and Decision-Making, recently published in the Journal of Tissue Viability at the EWMA conference.
The study describes the development and content validation of WoundPilot, an innovative clinical decision support system designed to assist primary care clinicians in wound assessment and management. Developed through a rigorous expert-validation process, WoundPilot provides a structured and holistic framework that supports evidence-based clinical reasoning, standardized wound assessment, treatment planning, and timely referral decisions.
Steven’s presentation sparked engaging discussions on the future of digital decision support in wound care and highlighted the growing role of innovative technologies in supporting evidence-based practice and improving patient outcomes.
Great work, Steven and all the best with the last phases of your PhD!
This spring, Prof. Dimitri and Dr. Anika were honoured to present at two leading international wound care events: the WCET/NSWOCC Joint Conference in Vancouver, Canada, in April, and the meeting of the Malta Association for Skin and Wound Care (MASC) in Malta in May.
Anika’s presentations focused on skin tears and medical device–related skin injuries, addressing current evidence, practical management strategies, and opportunities to improve patient outcomes. She introduced the validated ISTAP Skin Tear Data Collection Tool, which generated significant interest among clinicians seeking to improve patient care quality.
Dimitri provided a forward-looking perspective on the future of wound care in Europe, exploring emerging trends and challenges, as well as the increasingly important role of nurses in shaping healthcare policy and influencing decision-making at national and international levels.
Beyond his presentations, Prof. Dimitri chaired and led several engaging discussions and debates throughout the meetings. One particularly stimulating session focused on pressure ulcer/injury staging, encouraging lively exchange and critical reflection among delegates from across the wound care community.
These invitations reflect SKINT's ongoing commitment to advancing wound care practice, education, and leadership through international collaboration and knowledge sharing.