Trauma Burn Center
Latest Highlights
June 5, 2024
KARLA KLAS FIRST EVER TO WIN 'TRIPLE CROWN' OF NATIONAL INJURY AND VIOLENCE PREVENTION AWARDS
Karla Klas, B.S.N., R.N., CCRP, from the Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center is the first person ever in history to win the “Triple Crown” equivalent of national injury and violence prevention awards! She is the recipient of the prestigious lifetime achievement award Dr. Anne W. Phillips Award for Leadership in Fire Safety Education, American Burn Association Burn Prevention Award, and Safe States Alliance Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award. Klas was presented with these honors during recent annual meeting conferences.
February 5, 2024
2024 National Burn Awareness Week: Prevent Flammable Liquid Burn Injuries!
National Burn Awareness Week is a window of opportunity for organizations to mobilize burn, fire, and life safety educators to unite in sharing a common burn awareness and prevention message in our communities. Learn how you can help prevent burn injuries!
October 10, 2023
Recipient of the 2023 Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award for Addressing Youth Fire Misuse
Safe States Alliance recently presented Karla Klas, BSN, RN, CCRP with the 2023 Injury and Violence Prevention Program Achievement Award for the “innovative approach to comprehensively addressing youth firesetting and injuries.” Learn more about youth fire misuse, the importance of recognizing when it occurs and how to help positively re-direct youth at: traumaburn.org/programs/educationprevention/straight-talk
May 1, 2023
Preventing Youth Fire Misuse
The 2023 Arson Awareness Week theme is Youth Firesetting Prevention, hosted by the United States Fire Administration. Children are often curious about fire. While curiosity is normal, there are things you can inform parents and caregivers about to prevent children from experimenting with fire. Learn more by viewing the recorded webinar taught by Karla Klas, BSN, RN, CCRP from the University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center. Additional tips and information are also available at USFA and the Trauma Burn Center.
January 11, 2023
Creating special moments for patients during the holidays
U-M Health’s Trauma Burn Center is considered one of the best in the country. Each year, the center treats more than 1,400 patients with severe injuries. On top of clinical success, community partners bolster these efforts by improving the experience for patients both during and after they have been in the team’s care. Click through for a look back at special holiday events benefiting those served by the Trauma Burn Center!
October 12, 2022
Fire Prevention Week Celebrates 100 Years!
How fast does fire move? Very fast. You could have less than 2 minutes to get out safely once the smoke alarm sounds. Every Second Counts, Plan 2 Ways Out
August 24, 2021
Prevent your child from playing with fire
And what to do if they’re already misusing candles, matches, lighters and more.
Upcoming Events
July 9, July 23, August 13, August 27, Sept 10 Sept 24
Virtual Support Group for Trauma Survivors
Virtual Support groups are free, 90-minute online groups to support survivors of physical injury. Sessions:
- 3:30-5 pm EST, Wednesday, July 9, 2025
- 5:30-7 pm EST, Wednesday, July 23, 2025
- 3:30-5 pm EST, Wednesday, August 13, 2025
- 5:30-7 pm EST, Wednesday, August 27, 2025
- 3:30-5 pm EST, Wednesday, September 10, 2025
- 5:30-7 pm EST, Wednesday, September 24, 2025
July 15, October 14, December 9
Straight Talk
Refer youth to a nationally acclaimed program that addresses fire misuse. Family focused education emphasizes decision-making skills. Sessions:
- Tuesday, July 15, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
- Tuesday, October 14, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
- Tuesday, December 9, 2025 9:15 am to 4 pm ET
July 17, 2025
Carfit
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: July 17, 2025
Place: Ypsilanti District Library
Contact: 734-482-4110
September 8
Ann Arbor Fire Fighter Charities Outing
Includes: 18 holes & cart, Range balls prior to start, Lunch at the turn, Drink tickets, Steak & Chicken Dinner
When: September 8, 2025
Where: Lake Forest Golf Club
Cost: $145 per golfer
More: View Flyer
Sign up: Register
September 29 & 30
AARP Smart Driver Course:
Trained experts will show you how you can enhance your comfort, safety and fit within your vehicle.
Time: 8:30 am-12:30 pm September 29 & 30, 2025
Place: Hartland Senior Activity Center
Contact: 810-626-2135
Registration: Register today
September 14, 2025
Burn Injury Awareness Walk & Picnic
The Burn Injury Awareness Picnic brings everyone together to walk for burn injury awareness, public education and prevention.
November 18
Stop the Bleed Classes
The University of Michigan Division of Public Safety and Security Community Engagement and the University of Michigan - Michigan Medicine Trauma Burn Center are hosting upcoming Stop the Bleed classes open to the public, students, and staff.
Registration is required, but free.
Register at
https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/109fe6cb-deb2-4cd8-879b-e596ec25a153
- Tuesday, November 18, 2025
Additional details (time, location, STB details) are in the Zeffy link.
March 21
Burn Survivor & Family Workshop
Mark your calendar for a powerful day of healing and hope! This workshop will bring together burn survivors, families and caregivers for expert guidance, meaningful connection, and valuable tools to support your journey forward.
To RSVP and stay updated on event details, email:
traumaburn@umich.edu.
- When: 10:30 am-4 pm Saturday, March 21, 2026
- Where: 10100 Middlebelt Rd., Romulus, MI 48174 (near DTW Airport)
- More info: Event flyer