Brain Trauma Foundation

Brain Trauma Foundation

The Brain Trauma Foundation (BTF) is a non-profit organization that is dedicated to improving the outcomes of traumatic brain injury (TBI) patients worldwide. Established in 1986, the foundation is based in New York City, United States.

History

The Brain Trauma Foundation was founded by Dr. Jamshid Ghajar, a neurosurgeon, with the aim of improving the quality of care for TBI patients. The foundation has been instrumental in developing and promoting guidelines for the management of traumatic brain injuries.

Mission

The mission of the Brain Trauma Foundation is to improve the outcomes of TBI patients by developing best practice guidelines, conducting clinical research, and educating healthcare professionals. The foundation believes that all patients with TBI should receive the best possible care based on the latest scientific research.

Guidelines

The Brain Trauma Foundation has developed a set of guidelines for the management of severe traumatic brain injury. These guidelines are based on extensive research and are widely accepted as the standard of care for TBI patients. They cover various aspects of TBI management, including initial assessment, neurosurgical interventions, and rehabilitation.

Research

The foundation conducts clinical research to improve the understanding of traumatic brain injury and its management. The research findings are used to update the guidelines and educate healthcare professionals. The foundation also collaborates with other research institutions and organizations to advance the field of TBI research.

Education

The Brain Trauma Foundation provides education and training to healthcare professionals to improve the care of TBI patients. The foundation offers various educational resources, including online courses, webinars, and workshops.

See also

• Traumatic brain injury
• Neurosurgery
• Rehabilitation (medicine)