The Regional Burn Center at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center has been treating burn patients for over 35 years. One of only two regional burn trauma centers between Los Angeles and the Oregon border, this eight-bed intensive care unit treats both adults and children. The Regional Burn Center has been specifically designed for the care, treatment and rehabilitation of thermal, chemical, contact, electrical and radiation injuries.
/images/FireCaptChild.gif) | A burn accident creates many challenges for both patients and families. Hospitalization can be frightening. Patients often experience frustration, anxiety and depression during their lengthy hospital stay. |
In addition to specialized clinical professionals, a Psychologist, Social Worker and a case Manager are part of the team to help patients or family members deal emotionally and financially with a burn injury.
The medical professionals of the Regional Burn Center are committed to prevention, research, teaching, care, treatment, and rehabilitation of burn injuries. The Regional Burn Center follows the established guidelines of the American Burn Association and practices in a multidisciplinary team and patient/family-centered approach. With professional support from other SCVMC departments, including trauma, psychiatry, opthamology, anesthesia, orthopedics, infectious diseases, pediatrics, physical therapy, occupational therapy, rehabilitation and social services, the Regional Burn Center is able to provide immediate and exceptional care to its patients.
Patients of the Regional Burn Center and their families will find the information provided here helpful during their stay at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center.
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