Dating While Healing: Confidence, Intimacy with an active diabetic foot ulcer or post amputation
This episode explores the human side of diabetic foot ulcers and how they affect dating, self‑image, and intimacy. Dr. G blends medical facts, psychology, practical tips (what to wear, safe positions,...
2 Des 202525min
When Pets Meet Diabetic Wounds: Hidden Risks You Need to Know
In this episode of Diabetic Foot Files Dr. G explores how pets can contaminate diabetic wounds, the common zoonotic bacteria involved (Pasteurella, Capnocytophaga, Staphylococcus species, Pseudomonas,...
26 Nov 202517min
Vinegar to the Rescue: Acetic Acid Protocols for Stubborn Wound Infections
Dr. G examines acetic acid (medical vinegar) as a low-cost, evidence-based treatment for multi-drug-resistant Pseudomonas aeruginosa in diabetic foot ulcers. The episode explains the bacterium's virul...
25 Nov 202516min
Elective Surgery & Diabetes: What Your Surgeon Isn't Telling You
Dr. Gabrielle Hutchinson-Donaldson explains when elective foot surgery is appropriate for people with diabetes, the key green and red flags to consider, and what must be included in valid informed con...
25 Nov 202518min
Blame the Patient: Why It’s Not Your Fault- And Why Doctor Must Do Better
In this episode of Diabetic Foot Files the host exposes why patients with diabetic wounds are often unfairly blamed and explains how system gaps, provider bias, and limited training cause poor outcome...
24 Nov 202530min
Surgical Site Infections - Incision to Infection: The Truth About Diabetic Foot SSIs and How to Stop Them
Dr. G explains why people with diabetes are far more vulnerable to surgical site infections — covering neuropathy, poor blood flow, high blood sugars, immune dysfunction, and common pathogens that col...
24 Nov 202517min
Holiday Heel: How Calcaneal Fractures Break Your Season
In this episode Dr. G explains “holiday heel” — calcaneal (heel) fractures that spike during the holidays from ladder falls, slips and carrying heavy decorations. Learn the common mechanisms, key exam...
19 Nov 202517min
Thanksgiving Survival Guide for Diabetic Feet: Eat, Protect, Prevent
This episode offers a concise Thanksgiving survival plan for people with diabetes: which foods help or harm wound healing, how to manage blood sugar before and after the meal, and which holiday habits...
19 Nov 202515min
