A severe burn can be one of the most complex injuries that a family can experience both physically and emotionally. Twenty to thirty years ago, those like Abby Fisk, who was injured in 2008 at the age of eight, most likely would not have survived. With improved medical care provided by burn centers, she did survive. Abby and her mom first experienced Phoenix World Burn Congress in 2014 and it was a transformational experience in their recovery.
“It showed me that I wasn’t alone in dealing with physical scars and the emotional challenges of socializing with my peers,” says Abby, “Now I have others to turn to who truly understand.”
从2015年10月21日至24日，有900多名烧伤幸存者，他们的家人，烧伤护理专业人员和消防员will attend the Phoenix World Burn Congress held at the Indianapolis Marriott Downtown to share their experiences with other survivors, increase their knowledge about recovery, and learn about support networks.
“We are committed to ensuring that every burn survivor and their loved ones have the necessary support and resources they need to recover and live their lives to the fullest,” said Amy Acton, executive director,凤凰Society. “We are excited to bring this life-changing program to Indianapolis in partnership with our lead sponsors Eskenazi Health, Riley Hospital for Children at Indiana University Health and Tyco, giving more survivors and families in the Midwest and throughout the nation an unparalleled network of support and inspiration needed to thrive after a burn injury,” she said.
Acton noted that recovery starts with the emergency response from fire personnel and medical services provided at the local hospital. However, the surrounding community plays a critical role in a survivor’s road to recovery. “This event serves as a focal point for individuals and community organizations that support critical programs for burn survivors,” said Acton. “There is nothing more rewarding than seeing the success stories in every corner of Phoenix World Burn Congress.”
“While we can provide excellent medical care in the hospital to save a burn victim’s life, the emotional and social support they receive after they are discharged makes a significant difference in their recovery,” said Dr. Rajiv Sood, medical director of the Richard M. Fairbanks Burn Center at Eskenazi Health and the pediatric Speedway Burn Center at Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health. “Phoenix Society World Burn Congress provides a venue where burn survivors can regain their confidence and obtain valuable education and resources to help them heal.”
“Riley at IU Health looks forward to welcoming the Phoenix World Burn Congress next month,“ said Dr. Paul Haut, Riley Hospital for Children at IU Health interim president and chief medical officer. “As Indiana’s only pediatric burn center, our team of physicians, nurses, child life therapists and others, led by Dr. Sood, places priority on both physical and emotional healing. We recognize that the Congress is a significant event that helps patients and their families with the journey of recovery.”
在为期四天的会议上，会议将涵盖社会挑战等主题，例如应对出院后的焦虑和心理疼痛，这是一项年轻成人计划，旨在帮助18-25岁的幸存者建立信心，促进个人成长并增强沟通能力。针对7至17岁儿童的特殊青年和家庭计划将帮助家庭成员学习烧伤受伤如何影响整体家庭结构。烧伤幸存者还可以参加私人创意化妆品和颜色分析咨询。此外，幸存者可以获得有关他们可以发挥的倡导角色的知识，以提高人们对高质量护理和预防燃烧的认识。在会议期间，还计划了一段特别的纪念活动，以向去年的3240多人致敬（NFPA）。
For more information about attending the凤凰世界焚烧国会或您对赞助机会感兴趣或支持与会者奖学金基金，请致电800-888-2876与凤凰社的烧伤幸存者协会联系，或通过电子邮件发送给我们。info@phoenix-society.org
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凤凰社的烧伤幸存者协会 - 遭受烧伤伤害的人通常会有充满挑战的时光回到生活。凤凰社的烧伤幸存者协会可以帮助他们做到这一点。35多年来，凤凰社与幸存者，家庭，医疗保健专业人员，消防行业和捐助者合作，以支持烧伤恢复，改善烧伤的质量并防止烧伤。我们是唯一一个国家非营利组织，帮助幸存者通过社区支持以及他们再次蓬勃发展所需的工具来应对挑战。总部位于密歇根州大急流城的凤凰社，它的名字来自传奇的鸟类，该鸟被火焰消耗掉，但再次上升，比以前更加充满活力。要了解更多信息，请访问http://www.phoenix-society.org.
