Cardiologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Dermatologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Family Physician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
OB-GYN providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Ophthalmologist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Orthopedic Surgeon providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Pediatrician providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
Physical Therapist providers include doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. They often maintain long-term relationships with you and advise and treat you on a range of health related issues.
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Andrew M. Smith, MD, MS, is a board-certified allergy, asthma, and immunology specialist and the owner of Allergy Associates of Utah, serving patients in Sandy and West Jordan, UT. With decades of experience, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals of all ages dealing with allergies, asthma, and immune-related conditions.
Dr. Smith completed his undergraduate studies at Princeton University before earning his Doctor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He then pursued a residency in internal medicine at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and furthered his expertise with a Master of Science in Molecular Epidemiology. In 2007, he completed a prestigious Allergy and Immunology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati/Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
Committed to staying at the forefront of his field, Dr. Smith is a Fellow of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI). He has also contributed to numerous research publications, conferences, and professional meetings, solidifying his reputation as a leader in allergy and immunology.
At Allergy Associates of Utah, Dr. Smith provides expert diagnosis and treatment for seasonal allergies, asthma, food and medication sensitivities, eczema, hives, and sinus issues. He also offers advanced testing and treatments, including orthopedic device allergy testing, rapid and cluster immunotherapy, extended contact allergy testing, penicillin testing and challenge, and aspirin desensitization. Dr. Smith also specializes in rare disease such as hereditary angioedema (HAE), mast cell disorders, and immune deficiency.
Recognized for his exceptional patient care, Dr. Smith has received multiple awards, including the ICARE Certificate of Excellence Award, Top Doctors in Cincinnati, and Best Allergist in Salt Lake City. He is committed to helping patients achieve long-term relief and improved quality of life through personalized, cutting-edge allergy and asthma care.
Andrew M. Smith, MD, MS, is a board-certified allergy, asthma, and immunology specialist and the owner of Allergy Associates of Utah, serving patients in Sandy and West Jordan, UT. With decades of experience, he is dedicated to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care for individuals of all ages dealing with allergies, asthma, and immune-related conditions.
Dr. Smith completed his undergraduate studies at Princeton University before earning his Doctor of Medicine at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. He then pursued a residency in internal medicine at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center and furthered his expertise with a Master of Science in Molecular Epidemiology. In 2007, he completed a prestigious Allergy and Immunology fellowship at the University of Cincinnati/Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center.
Committed to staying at the forefront of his field, Dr. Smith is a Fellow of the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (AAAAI) and the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology (ACAAI). He has also contributed to numerous research publications, conferences, and professional meetings, solidifying his reputation as a leader in allergy and immunology.
At Allergy Associates of Utah, Dr. Smith provides expert diagnosis and treatment for seasonal allergies, asthma, food and medication sensitivities, eczema, hives, and sinus issues. He also offers advanced testing and treatments, including orthopedic device allergy testing, rapid and cluster immunotherapy, extended contact allergy testing, penicillin testing and challenge, and aspirin desensitization. Dr. Smith also specializes in rare disease such as hereditary angioedema (HAE), mast cell disorders, and immune deficiency.
Recognized for his exceptional patient care, Dr. Smith has received multiple awards, including the ICARE Certificate of Excellence Award, Top Doctors in Cincinnati, and Best Allergist in Salt Lake City. He is committed to helping patients achieve long-term relief and improved quality of life through personalized, cutting-edge allergy and asthma care.
Board-Certified Internal Medicine Physician Founder & CEO – Midwest Wellness & Wound Care
Dr. Kinya Kamau, MD, is a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician and the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Midwest Wellness & Wound Care, a physician-directed multi-state medical organization specializing in mobile wound care, chronic disease management, and telemedicine services.
With more than 20 years of clinical experience, Dr. Kamau has dedicated her career to improving outcomes for medically complex patients through evidence-based care delivered directly at the bedside. Her work focuses on patients living with chronic wounds, diabetes, vascular disease, mobility limitations, and other conditions that interfere with healing.
Dr. Kamau leads a physician-directed wound care program that delivers advanced bedside wound management in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and private residences across multiple states. Her model integrates Internal Medicine expertise, regulatory compliance, and structured clinical workflows to improve healing outcomes while supporting healthcare facilities with Medicare-aligned documentation.
Her mission is simple but powerful: provide compassionate, evidence-driven care that restores health, mobility, and dignity for patients living with chronic wounds.
Professional Credentials
Dr. Kamau brings more than two decades of medical experience in Internal Medicine and complex chronic disease management. Her clinical background includes extensive experience caring for medically fragile adults in hospital, outpatient, and post-acute care settings.
She has dedicated much of her career to treating patients with:
chronic wounds
diabetes
vascular disease
renal dysfunction
mobility limitations
These conditions frequently impair wound healing and require a comprehensive medical approach.
Dr. Kamau earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nairobi, where she developed a strong academic foundation in internal medicine, complex disease management, and patient-centered clinical care.
She later completed her Internal Medicine residency at the University of Oklahoma, where she refined her expertise in diagnosing and managing complex medical conditions affecting adult patients.
Following residency, Dr. Kamau completed advanced fellowship training in nephrology, expanding her expertise in:
kidney disease
hypertension
electrolyte disorders
metabolic conditions
systemic illnesses that influence wound healing
Dr. Kamau currently maintains active medical licenses in multiple U.S. states, allowing her to oversee physician-directed wound care services across diverse healthcare environments including:
skilled nursing facilities
assisted living communities
rehabilitation centers
private residences
Through Midwest Wellness & Wound Care, she leads a multi-state physician wound care program designed to deliver advanced bedside wound treatment while maintaining strict alignment with Medicare documentation standards and regulatory compliance requirements.
Quick Credentials Summary
Board Certification Internal Medicine
Medical School University of Nairobi – Doctor of Medicine
Residency Training Internal Medicine – University of Oklahoma
Fellowship Training Nephrology- University of Oklahoma
Clinical Experience 20+ years in Internal Medicine and complex chronic disease management
Clinical Focus
Mobile wound care
Chronic wound management
Diabetic wound care
Pressure injury management
Post-acute care medicine
Practice Model
Physician-directed mobile wound care and telemedicine services
Practice Leadership
Founder & CEO – Midwest Wellness & Wound Care
Practice Settings
Skilled nursing facilities
Assisted living communities
Rehabilitation centers
Private residences
Medical Education and Training
Dr. Kamau earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Nairobi, where she developed a strong foundation in internal medicine, complex disease management, and patient-centered clinical care.
She later completed her Internal Medicine residency training at the University of Oklahoma, where she further refined her expertise in diagnosing and managing complex medical conditions affecting adult patients.
Internal Medicine training provides a comprehensive understanding of the interconnected systems that influence healing. Conditions such as:
diabetes
cardiovascular disease
kidney dysfunction
malnutrition
vascular compromise
frequently contribute to delayed wound healing.
Dr. Kamau’s training enables her to evaluate wounds within the full medical context of the patient rather than focusing solely on the skin surface. This systemic perspective forms the foundation of her approach to chronic wound management.
Board-Certified Internal Medicine Expertise
As a Board-Certified Internal Medicine physician, Dr. Kamau approaches wound care through the lens of whole-patient medicine.
Chronic wounds rarely exist in isolation. They often develop because of underlying physiologic dysfunction that impairs tissue repair.
Common systemic contributors include:
diabetes and poor glycemic control
peripheral vascular disease
venous insufficiency
cardiac disease
renal impairment
malnutrition
neuropathy
immobility
medication side effects
chronic inflammation
By addressing these root contributors alongside local wound treatment, Dr. Kamau’s approach improves healing potential and reduces the risk of complications such as infection, hospitalization, or limb loss.
This integrated medical strategy is a key differentiator between physician-directed wound care and fragmented treatment models that rely solely on topical wound management.
Founder of Midwest Wellness & Wound Care
Dr. Kamau founded Midwest Wellness & Wound Care to address a critical gap in post-acute medicine.
Many patients with chronic wounds live in environments where transportation to specialty wound clinics is difficult or unsafe. Skilled nursing residents, assisted living residents, and homebound individuals often experience delays in wound evaluation simply because they cannot easily travel to outpatient facilities.
The mobile wound care model solves this problem by bringing advanced wound care directly to the patient.
Under Dr. Kamau’s leadership, Midwest Wellness & Wound Care provides physician-directed bedside wound care services that allow patients to receive specialized treatment in the environment where they live.
This model improves:
access to care
early wound detection
treatment timeliness
interdisciplinary communication
patient comfort and safety
It also allows physicians to observe real-world factors affecting wound healing, including mobility limitations, pressure exposure, nutritional status, and environmental risks.
Multi-State Medical Practice
Dr. Kamau currently holds active medical licenses in numerous states across the United States, allowing her organization to expand access to physician-directed wound care services across diverse regions.
States where Dr. Kamau is licensed in over 40 states.
Operating across multiple states requires a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, payer policies, and state medical board requirements.
This regulatory fluency allows Midwest Wellness & Wound Care to expand safely while maintaining strict compliance with healthcare laws and reimbursement guidelines.
Mobile Wound Care: Bringing Advanced Treatment to the Bedside
Mobile wound care represents a major advancement in how chronic wounds are treated.
Traditional wound care models rely heavily on outpatient clinics or hospital-based services, which can create barriers for medically fragile patients.
Dr. Kamau’s physician-directed mobile wound care model places advanced wound care directly at the bedside.
Patients may receive care in:
skilled nursing facilities
assisted living communities
rehabilitation centers
long-term care facilities
private residences
By eliminating transportation barriers, patients receive faster evaluations and more consistent follow-up.
Early intervention is one of the most important factors influencing wound healing outcomes.
Chronic Wounds Treated
Dr. Kamau’s clinical program manages a wide range of wound conditions commonly seen in post-acute medicine.
These include:
Diabetic Foot Ulcers Neuropathy, vascular compromise, and metabolic dysfunction contribute to tissue breakdown.
Pressure Injuries Prolonged pressure restricts blood flow and damages tissue.
Venous Leg Ulcers Venous insufficiency and edema lead to chronic lower extremity wounds.
Arterial Ulcers Poor arterial circulation limits oxygen delivery to tissues.
Post-Surgical Wounds Incisions may fail to heal due to infection or systemic illness.
Traumatic Wounds Skin tears and injuries are common in elderly populations.
Chronic Non-Healing Wounds Persistent wounds require a comprehensive medical approach.
Structured Wound Evaluation
Every wound evaluation follows a standardized clinical protocol that includes:
precise wound location documentation
wound length, width, and depth measurement
tissue type identification
exudate evaluation
periwound assessment
infection surveillance
perfusion evaluation
pressure offloading strategies
This structured methodology supports accurate monitoring of wound progression and Medicare-compliant documentation.
Advanced Wound Treatment Modalities
Treatment plans are tailored to each patient and may include:
conservative sharp debridement
antimicrobial dressings
moisture-balance therapy
collagen-based wound matrices
compression therapy
edema management
negative pressure wound therapy
cellular and tissue-based products when appropriate
Medicare-Aligned Documentation
Providing wound care in long-term care environments requires careful adherence to Medicare documentation standards.
Dr. Kamau’s program emphasizes:
medical necessity documentation
CPT coding accuracy
ICD-10 diagnosis specificity
Local Coverage Determination adherence
wound progression documentation
treatment response monitoring
Telemedicine Services
In addition to mobile wound care, Dr. Kamau oversees telemedicine services that expand access to medical care.
Services may include:
primary care consultations
chronic disease follow-up
medication management
behavioral health support
preventive care evaluations
Telehealth allows patients to receive ongoing medical support between in-person visits while maintaining continuity of care.
Commitment to Patient-Centered Care
At the center of Dr. Kamau’s work is a commitment to improving the lives of patients living with chronic wounds and complex medical conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions About Wound Care Physicians
What does a wound care physician do?
A wound care physician specializes in diagnosing and treating chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, pressure injuries, venous leg ulcers, arterial ulcers, and non-healing surgical wounds. They provide advanced wound treatments, debridement procedures, and medical oversight to support healing.
When should someone see a wound care physician?
Patients should see a wound care physician when a wound does not improve after several weeks of standard treatment, or when conditions such as diabetes, vascular disease, or immobility increase the risk of delayed healing.
Can wound care physicians treat patients in nursing facilities?
Yes. Many wound care physicians provide bedside services in skilled nursing facilities, assisted living communities, rehabilitation centers, and private homes to ensure patients receive timely evaluation and treatment.
Spencer Lowe, DNP, APRN, FNP, PMHNP, is a skilled psychiatric nurse practitioner serving patients at Centered Behavioral Health & Wellness in Woods Cross, Utah.
Dr. Lowe graduated from the University of Utah with a Doctor of Nursing Practice Degree and is board-certified as a Psychiatric/Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, Family Nurse Practitioner, and Certified Nurse Educator. Dr. Lowe is a member of the Utah Air National Guard with 20 years of service. He has a passion for working with clients to improve their mental health surrounding depression, anxiety, ADHD, and other mental health disorders to optimize health and wellness.
Dr. Lowe enjoys utilizing an approach to wellness through evidence-based practice, holistic care, behavioral modifications, and medication management. Working with each client as an individual to help create a client-centered plan that improves well-being and function.
To schedule an appointment at Centered Behavioral Health & Wellness, call the office or request one online today.
Dr. Mansfield graduated from Roy High School and later earned a Bachelor of Arts in biology at the University of Utah. He then completed his M.D. at University of Utah in 1999, and fulfilled his internal medicine residency at University of Utah hospital, LDS Hospital and VA Hospital in Salt Lake City. He was named “Intern of the Year” in 2000.
Dr. Mansfield was drawn to internal medicine because he loved medical school.
“Really, everything you do in med school points you towards internal medicine,” the physician said. “I saw an opportunity to fill a need and do the things I love.”
Dr. Mansfield said Utah is an underserved market for internists. “The ideal ratio is 900 people for every one internist. Utah has 2,900 people for every internist.”
Dr. Mansfield was board certified as an internist in 2002 and began his career at Ogden’s McKay-Dee Hospital. He was lead internal medicine physician at McKay-Dee from 2009-2015. In 2012, Dr. Mansfield became one of the few Utah physicians board certified in Hospice and Palliative Medicine.
Dr. Mansfield served an LDS mission to Hamburg, Germany, and is married with four children.
