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Welcome to the B.C. Professional Firefighters' Burn and Plastic Surgery Unit at Vancouver General Hospital—a site of the Vancouver Coastal Health Authority. Our goal is to help patients and communities understand the journey from wounds to wellness through educational and emotional support. This web site was developed as a resource for patients, as well as their family and friends, professional health care providers, researchers, and students. Please read our Disclaimer before visiting this site. B.C. Professional Firefighters' |
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The Team Our team of Burn & Plastics specialists is comprised of many individuals with a variety of expertise. Each member shares a common vision of helping patients move to a state of wellness both physically and mentally.
Recovery Depending on the severity of an injury, the recovery process is a journey that can take several months or even years. In addition to physical rehabilitation, patients and their families must learn to manage the emotional effects caused by injury.
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Treatment
Prevention In many cases, injuries such a severe burns can be prevented through education and planning.
News and Events August 18, 2005: Vancouver General Hospital to Lead World for Research and Treatment to Heal Burns and Wounds How You Can Help The ongoing support we receive from the BC Professional Fire Fighters Association, corporations and individuals like you is essential to providing best possible care to our patients.
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Severe burns and other injuries require specialized treatment that ranges from antibiotic dressings to reconstructive surgery.
