Physician-backed wound expertise, delivered by experienced NPs.

Gabriel Petty, PA-C is a board-certified Physician Assistant with nearly 20 years of medical experience, specializing in advanced wound care, limb preservation, and regenerative medicine. As the founder of TruMend Wound Care, Gabe is known for delivering compassionate, patient-centered care directly to patients in the comfort of their homes, assisted living facilities, and rehabilitation settings throughout the community.

With a strong background in orthopedic and musculoskeletal medicine, Gabe brings a comprehensive and conservative approach to wound management, focusing on identifying and addressing the underlying causes that contribute to delayed healing. His clinical expertise includes the treatment of complex chronic wounds, diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, traumatic wounds, venous ulcers, and post-surgical complications. He has extensive experience utilizing advanced regenerative technologies and evidence-based wound healing techniques aimed at maximizing recovery while helping patients avoid unnecessary hospitalization or amputation whenever possible.

Gabe is passionate about collaborative medicine and frequently works alongside primary care physicians, vascular specialists, home health agencies, rehabilitation teams, and caregivers to ensure continuity of care and optimal patient outcomes. In addition to his clinical practice, he routinely presents educational lectures to medical residents and healthcare professionals on topics related to limb salvage, wound healing, and lower extremity perfusion, with his presentation titled, “Circulation is Salvation.”

Patients and families appreciate Gabe’s approachable demeanor, attention to detail, and commitment to treating every patient with dignity, empathy, and individualized care. Outside of medicine, he enjoys spending time with family, hiking, traveling, and enjoying life with his dog.

Judi Miller, NP is a highly experienced certified wound care Nurse Practitioner with more than 30 years dedicated to the treatment of complex wounds, limb preservation, and advanced healing therapies. Throughout her distinguished career, Judi has served in a variety of clinical, hospital, industry, and leadership roles, bringing an exceptional depth of knowledge and expertise to the patients she serves at TruMend Wound Care.

Her extensive professional background includes clinical and leadership experience with renowned organizations such as NYU Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Knoll Pharmaceutical, KCI, Woundtech, and WoundPros. Over the course of her career, Judi has developed specialized expertise in chronic wound management, pressure injuries, diabetic foot ulcers, vascular wounds, post-surgical wound complications, and advanced wound healing technologies.

Judi is known for her compassionate, patient-centered philosophy and her ability to combine decades of clinical experience with individualized care plans tailored to each patient’s unique medical needs and goals. She is passionate about helping patients heal safely in the comfort of their homes while working collaboratively with physicians, caregivers, rehabilitation teams, and home health providers to optimize outcomes and improve quality of life.

Her calm presence, clinical insight, and commitment to excellence have earned the trust of both patients and colleagues throughout the wound care community. Judi remains deeply dedicated to advancing the field of wound healing and supporting patients through every stage of recovery with empathy, professionalism, and expertise.

Michelle Mitchel, NP is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with over 15 years of critical care nursing experience and more than 7 years dedicated to advanced wound care and limb preservation. At TruMend Wound Care, Michelle is recognized for her compassionate bedside manner, clinical precision, and commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care directly in the home setting.

Drawing from an extensive background in critical care medicine, Michelle brings a thoughtful and comprehensive approach to managing complex wounds and medically fragile patients. She specializes in the treatment of chronic non-healing wounds, diabetic ulcers, pressure injuries, venous ulcers, traumatic wounds, and post-surgical complications. Her experience allows her to carefully balance aggressive wound healing strategies with conservative, evidence-based care tailored to each patient’s overall health, mobility, and quality of life goals.

Michelle is passionate about building meaningful relationships with patients and families while working collaboratively with physicians, home health teams, caregivers, and rehabilitation providers to promote healing and reduce unnecessary hospitalizations. She has extensive experience utilizing advanced wound care therapies and regenerative treatment techniques designed to support tissue healing and long-term recovery.

Known for her calm presence and attention to detail, Michelle is deeply committed to advocating for her patients and ensuring they feel heard, respected, and supported throughout their healing journey. Outside of medicine, she enjoys spending time with her 4 year old daughter, traveling, staying active outdoors, and making lasting memories with family and friends.

Tyler Jackson, RN is a dedicated Registered Nurse with a strong background in emergency medicine, home health, and advanced wound care. Known for his compassionate approach and calm, patient-focused demeanor, Tyler is passionate about helping patients recover from complex wounds and injuries while improving their overall quality of life in the comfort of their home environment.

Prior to joining TruMend Wound Care, Tyler gained valuable experience working in both the emergency room and home health settings, where he developed a strong foundation in critical patient management, acute care assessment, and multidisciplinary coordination. His ability to recognize changes in patient condition and respond with thoughtful, evidence-based care makes him an integral part of the TruMend clinical team.

Tyler has extensive experience with advanced wound care therapies, including UltraMIST treatment modalities, advanced dressings, pressure injury prevention strategies, and chronic wound management. He works closely with providers, caregivers, and home health teams to ensure continuity of care and optimal healing outcomes for each patient. Patients and families appreciate his professionalism, attention to detail, and genuine commitment to helping them navigate the recovery process with confidence and support.

His passion for medicine and patient advocacy continues to drive his dedication to delivering high-quality, individualized wound care services. Outside of work, Tyler enjoys staying active, spending time outdoors, coaching at OrangeTheory Fitness and continuing to expand his clinical knowledge and expertise within the field of wound healing and recovery.