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Jeanine Maguire, PhD, MPT, CWS
Board Member Spotlight Dr. Jeanine Maguire
Jeanine Maguire is a physical therapist and certified wound specialist. She received her PhD in 2022 in Health Education and Promotion, focusing on wound management. Jeanine consults for start-ups and the industry. She co-founded the Post-Acute Wound and Skin Integrity Council (PAWSIC) and was elected as a Fellow of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia. Jeanine is a board member of the Eastern PA Geriatric Society, a committee member for the Coalition of At-Risk Skin, a planning committee member and speaker for the Symposium of Advanced Wound Care, and an ambassador for the American Academy of Wound Care.
Bridging Movement Science and Wound Management
Jeanine Maguire, PhD, MPT, CWS, is a highly respected physical therapist and wound care innovator who integrates movement science with advanced wound healing strategies. With a PhD in Health Education and Promotion (2022) focused on wound management, she brings both clinical depth and strategic insight to her work in post-acute care, geriatrics, and startup innovation.
Her interdisciplinary expertise aligns seamlessly with the Coalition for At-Risk Skin (CARS) mission — improving skin outcomes through collaboration, education, and evidence-based care.
National Leadership in Wound Care Innovation
Dr. Maguire is a co-founder of the Post-Acute Wound and Skin Integrity Council (PAWSIC), a professional think tank focused on advancing wound and skin health in post-acute settings. She also:
• Serves on the Board of the Eastern PA Geriatric Society
• Is a Fellow of the College of Physicians of Philadelphia
• Works as a consultant for wound care startups and industry innovators.
Her contributions help shape the future of technology, education, and clinical practice standards in wound care.
Educator, Speaker & National Advocate
Jeanine is a frequent speaker and educator in the wound care community. She:
• Serves on the planning committee for the Symposium on Advanced Wound Care (SAWC)
• Represents the American Academy of Wound Care as a national ambassador
• Leads conversations on geriatric wound care, clinical education, and health promotion
Her thought leadership brings high-level expertise to both bedside care and policy development.
Role on the CARS Board
As a Board Member of CARS, Jeanine contributes to:
• Expanding interprofessional collaboration across therapy and nursing
• Advocating for geriatric skin health and post-acute care reform
• Supporting research-driven policy and education tools
• Elevating the role of physical therapy in wound prevention and treatment
She ensures CARS continues to reflect the voices of frontline providers and system innovators.
📘 Explore the full CARS Consensus Document and learn more about Catherine’s role in shaping the future of at-risk skin care.
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