List of burn centres in Australia

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List of Burn Centres in Australia

Australia is home to several specialized burn centres that provide critical care and rehabilitation services to patients with severe burn injuries. These centres are equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and staffed by multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals dedicated to the treatment and recovery of burn victims. This article provides an overview of some of the major burn centres across the country.

Major Burn Centres in Australia[edit | edit source]

Victorian Adult Burn Service (VABS)[edit | edit source]

Located at The Alfred Hospital in Melbourne, Victoria, the Victorian Adult Burn Service is one of the leading burn treatment facilities in Australia. It offers comprehensive care for adults suffering from minor to severe burn injuries.

New South Wales Severe Burn Injury Service[edit | edit source]

The New South Wales Severe Burn Injury Service operates across several hospitals, including the Concord Repatriation General Hospital and the Westmead Hospital. It provides specialized care for patients with severe burns, incorporating the latest in burn care technology and rehabilitation services.

Queensland Burns Centre[edit | edit source]

Situated at the Royal Brisbane and Women's Hospital, the Queensland Burns Centre is renowned for its excellence in burn care. It serves as a tertiary referral centre for patients with complex burn injuries in Queensland and northern New South Wales.

Royal Perth Hospital Burns Unit[edit | edit source]

The Burns Unit at Royal Perth Hospital is Western Australia's premier burn treatment facility. It offers a range of services, from acute care to long-term rehabilitation, for patients with burn injuries of all severities.

Women’s and Children’s Hospital Burns Unit[edit | edit source]

Located in Adelaide, South Australia, the Burns Unit at the Women’s and Children’s Hospital specializes in the care of paediatric and female burn victims. It provides a compassionate and comprehensive approach to burn treatment, focusing on both physical recovery and psychological support.

Royal Hobart Hospital Burns Unit[edit | edit source]

The Royal Hobart Hospital Burns Unit is the primary centre for burn care in Tasmania. It delivers multidisciplinary treatment for patients with burn injuries, ensuring access to the best possible care and rehabilitation services.

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