Burn Care 101

Burn care involves the treatment and recovery of individuals with burn injuries—from the moment of injury through long-term rehabilitation. It requires fast response, deep clinical knowledge, and compassionate care.

Burn care is highly interdisciplinary. Teams often include surgeons, nurses, physical and occupational therapists, mental health providers, social workers, and researchers.

Burn care is often underrepresented in traditional health education. The ABA fills that gap with specialized training, certification, and continuing education resources tailored to each role.

Most burn care takes place in ABA-verified burn centers, hospitals equipped and staffed to provide the highest level of care. These centers offer both acute care and long-term support. 

From bedside to research to leadership, burn care offers diverse roles with room for growth. 

Many professionals start in clinical care and evolve into teaching, advocacy, or specialized practice.

Burn survivors face long recoveries—physically and emotionally. The care team plays a critical role not just in healing wounds, but in restoring lives.