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ABA Annual Meeting

The premier event where burn care advances are shared, debated, and put into practice. Each year, the interdisciplinary burn community comes together to shape clinical direction, elevate standards, and translate emerging evidence into care that improves outcomes. 

Chicago, IL | April 13–16, 2027

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Bringing our full team to the ABA Annual Meeting is a yearly priority. It’s a one-of-a-kind opportunity for shared learning, team building, and staying aligned on advancing burn care together.

Vanderbilt Burn Center

What Makes the Annual Meeting Essential 

This is the annual convergence point for the burn care field, where practice, research, and collaboration intersect. 

Education That Drives Practice

From cutting-edge clinical updates to interdisciplinary learning, the ABA Annual Meeting offers high-impact education that directly supports patient care. Earn CME, CE, and other continuing education credits through sessions tailored to the needs of the whole burn team. 

Research That Shapes the Field

Discover the latest in burn care research through abstract presentations, poster sessions, and plenary talks. Whether presenting or attending, the Annual Meeting is where new ideas gain traction and inspire action. 

A Community Committed to Progress

Connect with professionals who share your passion for improving burn care. From networking events to peer-driven sessions, the meeting fosters meaningful relationships and shared momentum across disciplines. 

Designed for Every Role in Burn Care

Surgeons, nurses, therapists, researchers, and administrators all find value in the ABA Annual Meeting. Sessions are built to reflect the collaborative nature of burn care—because progress happens together. 

The Annual Meeting offers unmatched access to the professionals shaping the future of burn care. The Exhibit Hall is where real conversations happen, and real partnerships begin.

Brad Wiggins, RN, BSN, CBRN
Imbed Biosciences Inc.