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I am very excited about our 2026 ABA Annual Meeting in Orlando. This is more than an opportunity to reconnect with colleagues and friends—or to meet new ones—it is also a moment to reflect on how far we have come over the past 12 months and the momentum we...
As March unfolds, there is a strong sense of connection and shared purpose across the burn care community. Over the past year, my conversations with members, board and committee leaders, and professionals across burn centers have reinforced something that defines this field: the strength of interdisciplinary teams working together in service of patients and...
Dear ABA members,
As we move further into 2026, I want to take a moment to reflect on the momentum building across our burn care community and the partnerships that make this work possible.
Across the burn care...
Dear ABA members,
Happy New Year to you and your loved ones. As 2026 begins, I want to thank you for the dedication, expertise, and compassion you bring to burn care. I know I say this almost every month, however, it’s important to reinforce this message. The strength...
Dear ABA members, partners, and new friends,
As 2025 comes to a close, I want to extend my warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season and to express my deep appreciation for all that you bring to our burn care community. These first nine months as your CEO...
Dear ABA Members,
As 2025 draws to a close, I’ve been reflecting on all we’ve accomplished together and how your engagement continues to drive the progress of the American Burn Association.
A few weeks...
Dear ABA Members,
Fall has arrived, bringing new opportunities to connect with our burn community through regional meetings. Your energy continues to inspire me as I see the remarkable progress being made in advancing science, improving outcomes, and strengthening collaboration.
That spirit was evident at the Midwestern...
Dear ABA Members,
As we enter the fall season, the American Burn Association is stepping into an exciting new chapter. Our 2026–2028 Strategic Plan, anchored in the pillars of Education, Quality, Research, Prevention, and Governance & Leadership, is taking shape. Each of you plays a vital role, and...
Dear ABA Members,
Welcome to the launch of my monthly update. As I mark my fifth month as CEO of the ABA, I am amazed at how quickly the time has passed. I continue to be inspired by the passion, resilience, and innovation across our burn care community....