Burn Injury Model Systems

Burn Injury Model Systems The BMS Program began in 1994 to improve care and outcomes for individuals with burn injuries. There are 4 BMS centers funded.

The Burn Model System (BMS) Program began in 1994 to improve care and outcomes for individuals with burn injuries. BMS centers conduct research and contribute follow-up data to the BMS National Longitudinal Database. BMS centers also conduct research, provide education, and disseminate information with the goal of improving long-term functional, vocational, cognitive, and quality-of-life outcomes

for individuals with burn injury. The BMS Program is funded by the National Institute on Disability, Independent Living, and Rehabilitation Research (NIDILRR), a Center within the Administration for Community Living (ACL), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), to improve care and outcomes for individuals with burn injuries. The Model System Knowledge Translation Center (MSKTC) is national center that translates health information into easy to understand language and formats for patients with spinal cord injury, traumatic brain injury, and burn injury. The MSKTC works closely with researchers in the BMS to develop free, research-based resources for people living with burn injury and their supporters. Find the information you need to live well with burn injury! Information on our page is not meant to replace the advice of a medical professional. You should consult your health care provider regarding specific medical concerns or treatment.

Warm wishes for a peaceful holiday season from the MSKTC team.
12/24/2025

Warm wishes for a peaceful holiday season from the MSKTC team.

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ! We loved connecting folks who share our commitment to improving the...
12/04/2025

Thank you to everyone who stopped by our booth at ! We loved connecting folks who share our commitment to improving the lives of people with burn injuries, SCI, and TBI.

MSKTC was excited to connect with colleagues from the Southern California Burn Model System at the BMS project directors...
11/24/2025

MSKTC was excited to connect with colleagues from the Southern California Burn Model System at the BMS project directors meeting this November.

We’re grateful for their dedication and partnership in advancing evidence-based resources for the burn community. Check out the team showcasing the 2025 Gold Telly Award and 2025 Platinum Hermes Creative Award for the Returning to School After Burn Injury video!

11/11/2025

Meet Sarah Conner, an MSKTC Burn Ambassador from Texas and a passionate advocate for burn survivors. After experiencing a severe burn injury in 2011, Sarah turned her journey into purpose. She now facilitates hospital support groups, collaborates with trauma nurses, and ensures burn survivors receive vital MSKTC resources that support emotional and physical recovery.

09/19/2025

Rehabilitation transforms lives in powerful ways. This , we celebrate how rehabilitation:

1 | Restores independence
2 | Improves quality of life
3 | Supports caregivers
4 | Builds stronger communities

At MSKTC, we’re proud to share free, research-based resources that advance rehabilitation outcomes for people with SCI, TBI, and burn injuries. Explore more at MSKTC.org.

07/04/2025

Fireworks are beautiful—but they can also be dangerous. This , we’re raising awareness about prevention and honoring the strength of those recovering from burn injuries.💙 Learn more: https://msktc.org/BURN

At the MSKTC, Charles (“Charlie”) Wheeler wears many hats – but his superpower? Keeping you informed. He spearheads our ...
06/06/2025

At the MSKTC, Charles (“Charlie”) Wheeler wears many hats – but his superpower? Keeping you informed. He spearheads our MSKTC Headlines newsletter and plays a key role in website updates and user testing to make sure everything meets the needs of the people who rely on our resources.

We’re thrilled to share that MSKTC and BMS’s video "Return to School After Burn Injury" has just been named a Gold Winne...
05/21/2025

We’re thrilled to share that MSKTC and BMS’s video "Return to School After Burn Injury" has just been named a Gold Winner in the Not-for-Profit category of the Telly Awards! This honor follows our recent Platinum Hermes Creative Award, and we’re proud to continue setting the standard for creative excellence in support of burn survivors and their families. Huge thanks to everyone who worked so hard to bring this video to life—and especially to the incredible individuals and families who shared their experiences on screen. Haven’t seen it yet? Watch the video here: https://msktc.org/burn/videos/return-school

05/09/2025

Exciting news! The MSKTC and BMS’s 'Return to School After Burn Injury' video just won a Platinum Hermes Creative Award—the highest honor from one of the world’s oldest and largest creative competitions in the world! The video featured the Southern California Burn Model System. Congrats to the team behind this powerful resource!

Watch the award-winning video: https://msktc.org/burn/videos/returning-school-after-burn-injury

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