Diabetes Problems and Solutions-USC Prof. Dr.diZerega discusses new treatment

Diabetes Problems and Solutions: Breakthrough medical research could offer a new treatment option for diabetecs with foot sores. Dr. Gere S. diZerega a professor at the KECK School of Medicine at USC in Los Angeles, is leading a new approach to wound healing that he developed from studying how women’s bodies heal after ovulation. This new Phase III clinical trial is called STRIDE, and your viewers may be eligible to enroll for free evaluation and treatment.

• How diabetic foot ulcers impact everyday life for people with diabetes
• The current state of Americans living with diabetic foot ulcers and the unmet need for this condition
• Why seeking treatment for foot ulcers can help those living with diabetes put their best foot forward
• Why diabetics with chronic foot ulcers are needed to help evaluate an investigational topical gel’s ability to heal these ulcers

More than 100 research centers nationwide are involved in Dr. diZerega’s research efforts. If your viewers would like to learn more or find a local research center in your area go to www.gotfootsores.com for additional information. Participants in this research study will be seen by a doctor weekly and will receive the topical study gel and laboratory services at no cost.