Physician · Author · Podcaster

Dr. Gabriel
Urrea Botero

Advancing wound care excellence, bridging science and society through evidence-based medicine, thoughtful writing, and meaningful dialogue.

Dr. Gabriel Urrea Botero, MD
20+Years Practice
5.0 ★Patient Rating
1Book Published
Clinical practice
Clinical Excellence
Dedicated to advancing wound care through research, teaching, and patient-centered medicine.

A Physician
Committed to Excellence

Dr. Gabriel Urrea Botero is a distinguished physician whose expertise in wound care management has helped thousands of patients achieve optimal healing outcomes. His methodical, evidence-based approach combines decades of clinical experience with a deep commitment to medical education and research.

Beyond the clinic, Dr. Urrea Botero is a passionate educator and writer. His book on wound care has become a key reference for clinicians navigating complex wound management challenges. He believes that well-informed physicians and well-informed patients together produce the best outcomes.

His intellectual curiosity extends far beyond medicine — through his podcast and written commentaries, he engages with the intersection of science, technology, current events, and history, fostering thoughtful dialogue in an increasingly complex world.

Wound Care & Management Chronic Wound Healing Diabetic Foot Care Vascular Wound Therapy Hyperbaric Medicine Medical Education Clinical Research

Botero's Wound Care

A comprehensive, evidence-based approach to wound management developed through decades of clinical practice and research.

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Chronic Wound Management

Advanced protocols for venous leg ulcers, pressure injuries, and non-healing wounds — integrating the latest evidence with individualized patient care.

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Diabetic Foot Care

Specialized management of diabetic foot wounds, neuropathic ulcers, and limb-threatening infections with multidisciplinary coordination.

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Advanced Therapeutics

Biological wound dressings, negative pressure wound therapy, bioengineered skin substitutes, and emerging regenerative technologies.

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Vascular Wound Therapy

Arterial and venous wound care with attention to revascularization needs, compression therapy, and perfusion optimization.

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Wound Bed Preparation

TIME framework: Tissue management, Infection control, Moisture balance, and Edge advancement for optimal wound progression.

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Outcomes & Research

Data-driven wound care metrics, quality improvement initiatives, and contributions to published research in wound healing science.

Advanced wound care clinical practice

The Botero Method: Precision Wound Care

Developed over two decades of clinical practice, the Botero approach integrates systematic assessment with personalized treatment planning. Every wound tells a story — and understanding that story is the first step toward healing.

From initial wound assessment and etiology identification to advanced dressing selection and healing trajectory monitoring, the methodology emphasizes consistency, documentation, and patient education as cornerstones of success.

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The Book

A comprehensive resource for clinicians, students, and healthcare professionals seeking mastery in wound care management.

Botero's Wound Care — the book

Author: Gabriel Urrea Botero, MD

Genre: Medical Reference / Clinical Guide

Audience: Physicians, NPs, PAs, Nurses

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Featured Chapters

Chapter 1
Wound Assessment: A Systematic Approach
Understanding wound etiology, measuring dimensions, evaluating wound bed characteristics, periwound skin, exudate type and volume, and the critical importance of pain assessment in guiding treatment decisions...
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Chapter 3
The Healing Cascade: Biology Every Clinician Must Know
From hemostasis to remodeling — a deep dive into the molecular events of wound repair, growth factor signaling, the role of the extracellular matrix, and how systemic factors derail the healing process...
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Chapter 7
Diabetic Foot Ulcers: From Presentation to Prevention
Neuropathy, ischemia, and biomechanical abnormalities converge in the diabetic foot. A practical, classification-based framework for management, offloading strategies, and when to escalate care...
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Chapter 11
Advanced Wound Dressings: Navigating the Evidence
A critical review of the dressing landscape — foams, alginates, hydrocolloids, antimicrobials, and next-generation biological products. Evidence-based selection criteria and cost-effectiveness considerations...
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Chapter 14
Negative Pressure Wound Therapy: Principles & Practice
Mechanisms of action, patient selection criteria, device settings, foam vs. gauze interfaces, and managing NPWT challenges in complex anatomical locations and outpatient settings...
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Chapter 18
Building a Wound Care Program
Lessons from establishing high-functioning wound centers — staffing models, outcome metrics, documentation systems, payer considerations, and creating a culture of continuous quality improvement...
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What Patients Say

Dr. Urrea Botero's patients consistently report outstanding experiences — not only for his clinical expertise, but for his compassionate, communicative approach to care.

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OVERALL RATING
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"Dr. Urrea Botero transformed my understanding of my own wound. After months of unsuccessful treatments elsewhere, his methodical approach finally got me healing. He explains everything clearly and never rushes."

— Patricia M.
Verified Patient · Healthgrades
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"The most knowledgeable wound care physician I have encountered in 30 years of nursing. His systematic approach and attention to detail are unparalleled. My patients consistently get better under his care."

— RN, Certified Wound Care Nurse
Professional Colleague Review
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"My diabetic foot wound wasn't healing for over a year. Dr. Botero had a plan from day one. Four months later, I am healed and back to walking. I cannot thank him enough."

— Roberto G.
Verified Patient · Zocdoc
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"Incredible bedside manner combined with genuine expertise. He listened to my concerns, addressed each one, and developed a treatment plan that made sense. The wound is healing beautifully."

— Linda K.
Verified Patient · Vitals
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"Dr. Urrea Botero is the physician I wish all my patients could see. His communication with our team has been exceptional — detailed notes, clear plans, and always available for questions."

— Home Health Agency Coordinator
Referral Partner Review
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"My mother had a wound that wasn't improving despite multiple hospitalizations. Dr. Urrea Botero took the time to identify the root cause. She healed fully. He genuinely cares."

— Family Member / Caregiver
Verified Review · Google
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The Podcast

Conversations at the intersection of medicine, technology, science, history, and the world we live in.

Medicine, Mind & World

A podcast by Dr. Gabriel Urrea Botero exploring the ideas, events, and discoveries that shape our understanding of health, humanity, and history. No topic is off the table — from the latest in genomics to the lessons of ancient civilizations.

🔬 Science 💻 Technology 🗞 Current Events 🏛 History ⚖️ Politics 🩺 Medicine
LATEST EPISODE · EP. 47
AI in Medicine: Hype, Hope, and the Human Touch
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EP. 46
The Rise and Fall of Antibiotic Effectiveness
Science · Medicine · 48 min
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Climate Change and Infectious Disease: A Doctor's Perspective
Current Events · Science · 55 min
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Healthcare Policy in 2026: What Changed and What Didn't
Politics · Medicine · 61 min
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The Black Death: Lessons for Modern Pandemic Response
History · Medicine · 44 min
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CRISPR, Gene Editing, and the Ethics of Human Enhancement
Technology · Ethics · 57 min
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Wealth, Inequality, and Public Health Outcomes
Politics · Economics · 50 min
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Latest from the Blog

Perspectives on medicine, science, culture, and the ideas that matter.

Wound care research
Wound Care
Why Some Wounds Refuse to Heal: The Chronic Wound Problem
A deep look at the molecular and systemic factors that arrest the wound healing cascade and the emerging therapies changing outcomes.
AI and medicine
Technology
The Promise and Peril of AI-Assisted Diagnosis
Artificial intelligence is reshaping how we detect disease. But what does the evidence actually show — and what should physicians be cautious about?
History of medicine
History
How the Spanish Flu Shaped Modern Medicine
The 1918 pandemic killed more people than World War I. The lessons it taught — and the ones we forgot — have never been more relevant.
Physical examination
Medicine
The Art of the Physical Exam: Are We Losing It?
In an era of imaging and labs, the clinical examination is increasingly undervalued. A physician's case for keeping the human touch at the center of diagnosis.
Microbiome science
Science
The Microbiome Revolution: What We Now Know
Our understanding of the human microbiome has exploded in the past decade. From gut health to wound biofilms, the implications are profound.
Healthcare politics
Politics
Healthcare Access and the Politics of Will
The gap between what medicine can do and what patients can access is not a scientific problem. It's a political one — and physicians can no longer stay silent.
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Dr. Urrea Botero

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