Burn Survivor Services. Fire Safety. Burn Prevention. For All.

About the Burn Institute

Our Mission is to educate and inspire our communities to reduce burn injuries and empower those affected by burn trauma.

Camp Beyond The Scars 2015

Protecting & Empowering Since 1972

Everything started with one doctor with a dream to give burn patients specialized care.

Mobilizing a network of community activists, Dr. Hugh Frank, a San Diego hand surgeon, raised money for a specialized treatment center. Thanks to Dr. Frank’s vision and passionate advocates over the years, we make a profound difference in the lives of thousands of individuals and families.

Today, we reach thousands of youth, adults, and seniors throughout San Diego and Imperial Valley counties. With our programs and services, we help prevent fires and burn risk. For individuals with burn injuries and their families, we deliver support services and programs that provide hope, community, and thriving.

Our partnership with the UCSD Regional Burn Center

In 1973, we helped establish the UCSD Regional Burn Center, which provides specialized medical and surgical treatment for patients with burns and skin disorders. The Center is on the cutting edge of burn research. Each year, the Center admits 400-500 burn patients and provides outpatient treatment to 800+ new patients of all ages.

The Burn Institute assists with housing, transportation, meal vouchers, and other necessities while a burn survivor is receiving medical treatment.

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