Patient Stories

Getting you back to doing the activities you love to do and living a healthy life are at the forefront of our mission. If you have a story you’d like to share about how SAMatrix™ has helped you, we’d love to hear it!


From physician to burn patient: Dr. Kittusamy’s story

After experiencing a burn injury firsthand, Dr. Kittusamy gained a new perspective on the pain patients experience during burn treatment and recovery. Dr. Kittusamy shares his personal experience as both a physician and a burn patient, reflecting on his treatment, pain management, and the insights he gained from being on the other side of patient care.

Abdominal liposarcoma wound

Johnny Barton reflects on his recovery experience while Dr. Suhail Sharif discusses his care of Johnny with SAMatrix™ Technology, as well as the clinical challenges and complexities throughout the healing process. Stories like these highlight the impact innovative wound care solutions can have beyond the procedure itself.

Diabetic patient with a staph-infected ankle wound

Chad Gillis was at work when he got a small cut on the back of his ankle, over the Achilles tendon. Following standard care, it was not healing — and was discovered to be positive for a staph infection. As a diabetic this was very troubling as it could keep him out of work, possibly for months.

Motorcycle accident survivor

John Ewell, 74 years old, was forced to lay down his motorcycle down to avoid a serious accident. After sliding for approximately 60 feet, his entire left side was left with wounds comparable to second degree burns.