Derma Sciences

Derma Sciences, Inc. was a medical technology company focused on wound care products, founded in 1984. The company developed a range of advanced and traditional wound care items, including its flagship product Dermagran, a zinc-enriched ointment for chronic wounds. Other notable products included Nutra Shield, MEDIHONEY®, XTRASORB®, and BIOGUARD®, which catered to various needs in wound management and skin protection. Headquartered in Princeton, New Jersey, with additional operations in Pennsylvania and a manufacturing plant in St. Louis, Derma Sciences employed around 50 people by 2000. The company expanded through strategic acquisitions and emphasized innovation in its research and development efforts. It served healthcare professionals in the U.S., Canada, and Europe, distributing its products globally to support patient care in hospitals and clinical settings. In January 2017, Derma Sciences was acquired by Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corporation.