Media Release
 

Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics Names Michael Cascio, MD, UHM, CWS Chief Medical Officer
 

Nationally recognized wound care and hyperbaric medicine leader to strengthen physician-led model and expand advanced clinical care across Greater San Antonio
 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

SAN ANTONIO, TX — March 10, 2026 — Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics, San Antonio’s largest private network of advanced wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT), announced today that Michael Cascio, MD, UHM, CWS, has been appointed Chief Medical Officer. Dr. Cascio brings more than two decades of advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine expertise, along with an accomplished record of clinical and executive leadership, to further elevate Hill Country’s physician-led model of care.

 

As Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Cascio will provide hands-on, patient-centered care while leading Hill Country’s experienced physician group and clinical team. His focus will include advancing evidence-based treatment protocols, expanding access to innovative therapeutics, strengthening collaboration with referring providers, and ensuring consistent, high-quality outcomes across the Greater San Antonio region.

 

“Dr. Cascio represents exactly what Hill Country stands for. Deep clinical expertise, disciplined leadership, and genuine compassion for patients navigating complex wounds,” said Joe DiRenzo, CEO of Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics. “His experience building and leading high-performing wound care and hyperbaric programs across the country will help us continue raising the standard of care in San Antonio.”

 

Dr. Cascio most recently served as Chief Medical Officer of Hyper Healing Medical Clinics across Florida and South Carolina. Throughout his career, he has held numerous leadership roles, including:

• President of Florida Wound Care Doctors

• Medical Director at Mercy Hospital Wound and Hyperbaric Center in Springfield, Missouri

• Medical Director of Hyperbaric Medicine at St. George Regional Hospital of Intermountain Healthcare in Utah

 

During his tenure at Intermountain Healthcare, Dr. Cascio led a multiplace hyperbaric program that achieved UHMS Accreditation with Distinction, reflecting the highest standards of safety and clinical excellence in hyperbaric medicine.

 

Board-certified in Family Medicine and Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine (UHM), and a Certified Wound Specialist (CWS), Dr. Cascio brings nationally recognized expertise in advanced wound healing, limb preservation, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy.

 

His background reflects both clinical depth and global perspective. Dr. Cascio served in the U.S. Army Military Intelligence Corps as a Russian Linguist/Analyst and later spent four years in Russia and Ukraine as a consultant before pursuing medicine. He earned his Bachelor of Arts from The University of Texas at Austin, received his Doctor of Medicine from St. Matthew’s University School of Medicine, and completed his Family Medicine Residency at St. Francis Hospital of the University of Connecticut Health Center. He also completed executive training through the Chief Medical Officer Program at Emory University’s Goizueta Business School.

 

“Chronic wounds can be physically painful and emotionally exhausting for patients and families,” said Dr. Cascio. “Hill Country’s physician-led model ensures that patients are not just treated, but truly cared for with clear guidance, advanced therapeutics, and a team that is fully invested in their recovery. I’m honored to join this organization and help expand access to advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine across San Antonio.”

 

Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics specializes in the treatment of diabetic foot ulcers, venous leg ulcers, pressure injuries, radiation-related tissue damage, osteomyelitis, and other chronic or non-healing wounds. Through individualized treatment plans, advanced modalities, and hyperbaric oxygen therapy, the clinic helps patients reduce the risk of complications, prevent amputation, and restore confidence in their healing journey.

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Dr. Cascio's appointment reinforces Hill Country's commitment to physician-led care, clinical excellence, and compassionate service, ensuring patients across Greater San Antonio have access to the most advanced wound care and hyperbaric medicine available in an outpatient setting. As a U.S. Army Veteran, Dr. Cascio brings a deeply personal understanding of the unique health challenges faced by Veterans and first responders. He is passionate about expanding access to advanced therapies, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy, for those who have served, supporting recovery not only from complex physical wounds, but also from the long-term effects of service-related conditions, including Traumatic Brain Injuries and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. Under his clinical leadership, Hill Country will continue strengthening partnerships that increase access to specialized care for Veterans and first responders throughout the region.

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For more information about Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics, visit hillcountrywoundcare.com. 

About Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics

Hill Country Wound Care & Hyperbarics is a physician-led outpatient clinic specializing in advanced wound care and hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) for patients across Greater San Antonio. The clinic treats a wide range of chronic and complex wounds, helping patients heal safely, reduce complication risk, and regain confidence in their recovery through individualized care plans and ongoing clinical support.