Over the past four decades, the Center has become a leader in the field with innovative burn research programs, community outreach and education initiatives, and advanced clinical care. Founded in collaboration with the New York Firefighters Burn Center Foundation, the Center was created to provide specialized care to burn survivors. The William Randolph Hearst Burn Center became New York’s first burn center in 1976. Prompt and effective treatment is critical – not only to help someone recover physically but emotionally and socially as well. All burns – even small ones – can have a significant impact on how someone may feel, look, or move day-to-day. Our Care Philosophyīurns can happen in seconds, but their effects can last a lifetime. Coordinating with other clinical departments throughout NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital, our team assembles a customized plan of coordinated care to support those affected by a burn injury on their journey toward recovery. Our team of burn specialists, plastic and reconstructive surgeons, psychologists, critical care medicine specialists, nurses, physical therapists, occupational therapists and other specialty staff work collaboratively to address the physical and emotional needs of our patients and families. Our 20-bed facility is designed to provide integrated specialty services during the three phases of burn injury recovery: burn shock, wound care or surgery, and rehabilitation and reconstruction.

One of the largest in the country - treating more than 700 inpatients and 4,000 outpatients each year, the Burn Center is New York’s oldest wound treatment facility. The William Randolph Hearst Burn Center at NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center provides comprehensive care to children and adults in New York City and the surrounding area who have sustained burn injuries.

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