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Empowering Burn Care Leaders Worldwide

The American Burn Association (ABA) unites burn care leaders to set lifesaving care standards, advance research, innovation, and prevention, and helps burn centers earn trusted recognition through ABA Burn Center Verification. 

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Elevating Quality Burn Care Since 1967

For over 50 years, the ABA has advanced and advocated for burn care, partnered with burn centers and burn care teams, prevented injuries, and helped survivors thrive. 

Quality Care

Enhance patient outcomes, streamline care, and improve patient access to care.   


Verification
Become a Burn Center Organization
Burn Care Quality Platform

Prevention

Use expert resources and tools to advocate for preventing burn injuries.  


Burn Incidence and Treatment in the U.S.
National Burn Awareness Week
Disaster Preparedness
Poster Contest

Burn Care Team

Access education, research, and connect with burn peers.  


Education
Guidelines for Burn Patient Referral
Advanced Burn Life Support®
Careers in Burn Care

Patients

Find trusted resources and support for burn survivors and caregivers.  


First Aid
Find a Burn Center
Types of Burn Injuries

The ABA has been invaluable for building my burn care network and advancing my career. Through the connections I made starting as a trainee, I gained mentorship, secured fellowship, and discovered opportunities that helped me grow both personally and professionally. I consider this community to be absolutely central to my continued growth as a burn surgeon.

Lauren Nosanov, MD
ABA Member

ABA‘s Global Impact

As the largest organization dedicated to burn care globally, ABA sets the standard for quality care, education, and research. Join our interdisciplinary and international community to collaborate with experts and elevate patient care.  

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3000+

Members Worldwide

2500

Groups Sharing ABA Research

80

Verified Burn Centers

24

Industry Partners and Sponsors

Advance Your Career. Pursue Education.

Join our compassionate and professional community. Learn from peers, build your network, and make a real impact in the field.  

Get Certified

Boost your expertise and credibility.

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Become a Fellow

Gain hands-on experience and mentorship.  

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Get Involved

Give back, share your skills, and shape the future of burn care. 

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Join a Special Interest Group

Connect and chat with like-minded professionals.  

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EDUCATION

Join & Save at the Annual Meeting

Secure your spot in a pre-conference session, save up to 20%, and earn CE credits. 

Check out the registration brochure for sessions and details. 

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Journal of Burn Care & Research (JBCR)

The Journal of Burn Care & Research (JBCR) is the only U.S. journal dedicated to burn prevention, treatment, and recovery. Discover peer-reviewed research, clinical techniques, and innovations shaping the future of burn care.


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A Journal with Impact

In 2024, JBCR’s Impact Factor rose to 1.8, with a 5-year Impact Factor of 2.0 and a cited half-life of 7.4 years—demonstrating long-term relevance in burn research and care. 

Fast, Trusted, Peer-Reviewed

Authors receive an initial editorial decision in just 24 days on average, with final decisions in about 36 days. JBCR connects research to the burn care community—quickly and reliably. 

High Visibility, Broad Reach

In 2024 alone, JBCR articles were viewed over 387,000 times. The journal’s readership spans surgery, dermatology, emergency medicine, and rehabilitation. 

Why Clinicians Rely on JBCR

ABA members ranked JBCR #3 in value among all benefits, and #2 in satisfaction and frequency of use. For many, it’s an essential tool for staying current—even when they can’t attend meetings. 

More Than a Journal

Publishing in JBCR means: peer-reviewed by experts, shared globally, and aligned with the ABA’s mission to improve lives.


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Upcoming Events

Substance Use Disorder SIG Meeting

November 04, 2025

4:00pm – 5:00pm (Central Standard Time)

Join the ABA's Substance Use Disorder SIG for a presentation and discussion on the management of pain in patients with SUDs and management and use of methadone and buprenorphine for pain!

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Ethics: Navigating Value Conflicts and Acute Refusals in Burn Care

November 05, 2025

12:00pm – 1:00pm (Central Standard Time)

When a patient fighting to live suddenly refuses care, how should clinicians honor their voice without abandoning their duty to heal?

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BCQP Open House

November 13, 2025

12:00pm – 1:00pm (Central Standard Time)

Join us for our November Open House to learn more about the ABA registry and Burn Care Quality Platform (BCQP).

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Burn Psychosocial SIG Meeting

November 17, 2025

12:00pm – 1:00pm (Central Standard Time)

Regular meeting of the ABA's Burn Psychosocial SIG.

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