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burn center

American  
[burn sen-ter] / ˈbɜrn ˌsɛn tər /

noun

  1. a specialized medical facility that provides comprehensive care for patients with burn injuries.


Etymology

Origin of burn center

First recorded in 1950–55

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The hospital said it was a record number of frostbite patients since the burn center opened 11 years ago.

From New York Times Mar. 9, 2024

Allen is now at a burn center in Oahu, according to the fundraiser post.

From Reuters Aug. 16, 2023

The Honolulu Emergency Services Department transported one woman in her 60s from Maui to the burn center, said department spokesperson Shayne Enright.

From Washington Times Aug. 9, 2023

Burbank fire paramedics who responded to the garage told him he needed to go to a burn center right away.

From Los Angeles Times Dec. 15, 2022

The Emmy-winning film and television actor was removed from life support Sunday at a burn center.

From Seattle Times Aug. 17, 2022

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