PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Rhode Island Hospital has once again been reverified as a Burn Center by the American Burn Association (ABA), reaffirming its position as the only hospital in New England verified as a burn center, a comprehensive stroke center, and a Level 1 Trauma Center for both adults and children.
“This marks Rhode Island Hospital’s 15th consecutive year as a verified burn center,” said Sarah Frost, Chief of Hospital Operations and President of Rhode Island Hospital and Hasbro Children’s. “The ABA’s verification process is rigorous, and consistently meeting its standards speaks to our team’s dedication to best serving our patients. We are honored to continue to be a vital resource for our community.”
ABA verification is a prestigious designation awarded only to burn centers that meet the highest standards of care, from initial treatment through long-term rehabilitation. It signals to patients, families, payers, and accrediting bodies that the center delivers high-quality, comprehensive burn care.
“Our burn center is more than a facility—it's a team,” said Dr. David Harrington, Director of the Rhode Island Hospital Burn Center. “Our nurses, therapists, and physicians are deeply committed to guiding patients through every stage of their recovery, including reconstruction and rehabilitation. We take great pride in the care we provide.”
Rhode Island Hospital’s Adult and Pediatric Burn Center is verified through January 2028.
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