American Burn Association

American Burn Association The American Burn Association is dedicated to improving the lives of everyone affected by burn injury.

Congratulations to Kevin LaPratt, MS, ORT/L, BT-C, recipient of the 2026 Barbara Knothe Burn Therapist Achievement Award...
06/19/2026

Congratulations to Kevin LaPratt, MS, ORT/L, BT-C, recipient of the 2026 Barbara Knothe Burn Therapist Achievement Award! 👏

This award honors the spirit and commitment of Barbara Knothe and recognizes a burn therapist who exemplifies dedication to the field.

🔗 Learn more about Kevin: https://bit.ly/4sV4LLT

⏪ We’re spotlighting our 2026 ABA Leadership Award recipients all spring. Stay tuned as we celebrate the individuals driving the future of burn care!

Join emerging and experienced burn surgeons in San Antonio, September 23–25, for an interactive forum exploring surgic...
06/18/2026

Join emerging and experienced burn surgeons in San Antonio, September 23–25, for an interactive forum exploring surgical decision-making, complex case management, emerging techniques, workforce challenges, and the evolving realities shaping modern burn surgery.

⏰ Best rates end July 5.

🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/4reU9qz

06/17/2026

Course Directors and members Victoria Miles, MD, Bonnie Carney, PhD, and Clifford Sheckter, MD, MS, FABA, will examine how registry data, emerging technologies, and evolving models of care are influencing outcomes across the continuum, from initial injury to long-term recovery and system readiness.

📅 Session 2 starts Friday, August 28, at 11 AM CT.

🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/47jhsZ0

06/15/2026

Disaster Preparedness Consultant and member Annette Newman, MS, RN, CCRN, explores Aliamanu's response to a fireworks-related mass-casualty incident on June 30 at 3 PM CT.

🔗 Register Now: https://bit.ly/3S08vil

Congratulations to Jason Woods, recipient of the 2026 John A. Moncrief Award! 👏This award honors outstanding contribut...
06/12/2026

Congratulations to Jason Woods, recipient of the 2026 John A. Moncrief Award! 👏

This award honors outstanding contributions to burn prevention or fire services care.

🔗 Learn more about Jason: https://bit.ly/4sV4LLT

⏪ We’re spotlighting our 2026 ABA Leadership Award recipients all spring. Stay tuned as we celebrate the individuals driving the future of burn care!

06/11/2026

New month, new CEO update! 📣

In his June message, ABA CEO Ed Dellert reflects on the dedication of burn care teams responding to recent incidents across the country. He highlights how the ABA is investing in the future of burn care through workforce development, education, disaster preparedness, rehabilitation, and member engagement.

From a new headquarters in Chicago to new learning opportunities, this message reiterates a shared commitment to strengthening the burn care community and advancing care for the patients and families we serve.

🔗 Learn More: https://bit.ly/3PYP09j

06/10/2026

J. Kevin Bailey, MD, FACS, FABA, Chair of the Verification Review Committee (VRC), will lead an interactive discussion on the ABA verification process and the questions that burn centers most often face.

🔗 Register now to join the discussion TOMORROW, June 11 at 12 PM CT: https://bit.ly/4uwX7b3

🔒 member login required.

Congratulations to Tampa General Hospital on earning reverification as an ABA-Verified Burn Center! 👏ABA Verification re...
06/10/2026

Congratulations to Tampa General Hospital on earning reverification as an ABA-Verified Burn Center! 👏

ABA Verification recognizes burn centers that demonstrate the highest standards in quality care, multidisciplinary coordination, and patient-centered treatment. The ABA is proud to recognize this achievement and celebrate the dedication and excellence of the entire burn care team.

Only one week left to apply! ⏰ Applications due Monday, June 15. The ABA–BCEN Nursing Advancement Scholarship offers sev...
06/09/2026

Only one week left to apply! ⏰ Applications due Monday, June 15.

The ABA–BCEN Nursing Advancement Scholarship offers seven $5,000 awards to support members advancing their nursing education.

🔗 Apply now and invest in your future: https://bit.ly/3PpcwvP

06/08/2026

The Burn Prevention Poster Contest returns! 🎨🧑‍🎨

Young burn survivors, burn camp attendees, and supporters are invited to share messages of hope, strength, and resilience through original artwork that inspires awareness and education.

🔗 Submit your poster today: https://bit.ly/4g4OMb5

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