Karen Wendland is a Division One Registered Nurse/Nurse Practitioner holding postgraduate qualifications in wound care, stoma therapy, and breast care. She completed her Masters of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner at La Trobe University and obtained AHPRA endorsement in Primary Care; and Acute and Supportive Care. Karen has extensive experience in the areas of oncology, plastic surgery and colorectal nursing; and currently is the director of her own private wound practice. She is committed to providing both an exceptional standard of care to patients and quality education to other health professionals. Karen regularly engages in professional development activities to further her own skills and knowledge. These activities include attending national and international conferences, and nurse practitioner forums. She maintains memberships with Wounds Australia, AASTN, and the College of Nurse Practitioners.