
Stenotrophomonas Maltophilia in Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Episode decoding Stenotrophomonas maltophilia — a water-associated, multi-drug resistant bacterium that thrives in hospital plumbing and chronic diabetic foot ulcers. Learn how it forms biofilm, resis...
16 Des 202520min

The Shape-Shifters of Diabetic Feet: Proteus mirabilis & vulgaris Unveiled
Dr. G dives into the Proteus genus—Proteus mirabilis and Proteus vulgaris—explaining their history, swarming behavior, urease-driven alkalinization, virulence factors, and why diabetic foot ulcers pro...
12 Des 202519min

The Red Invader: Serratia marcescens and Diabetic Foot Ulcers
In this episode of Diabetic Foot Files we explore Serratia marcescens — a red-pigment producing, opportunistic gram-negative bacterium that can rapidly worsen diabetic foot ulcers. We cover its histor...
11 Des 202517min

Levine vs Essen: The Right Way to Swab Diabetic Foot Ulcers
Dr. D breaks down two standardized swab techniques—the Levine and the Essen rotary methods—and explains why proper wound cleansing and pressure-based sampling are critical to getting accurate cultures...
10 Des 202521min

BKA Explained: Surgery, Choices, Rehab & What Comes Next
In this episode of Diabetic Foot Files we walk through below‑knee amputation (BKA): why it’s performed, how surgeons select the level, and the step‑by‑step surgical technique including flap design, va...
9 Des 202515min

The Business of Amputations -Follow the Money: Why Hospitals Profit from Amputations
This episode explores how healthcare reimbursement incentives make amputations far more profitable than months of limb salvage and wound care for patients with diabetic foot disease. It explains the r...
9 Des 202510min

When Can I Get My Foot Wet? Wounds, Pools & Hot Tubs Explained
This episode of Diabetic Foot Files explains when and how it’s safe to expose dressings, incisions, ulcers or amputation sites to water — covering showers, baths, pools, beaches and hot tubs. Learn wh...
4 Des 202516min

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



















