The mission of The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation is to catalyze multidisciplinary collaborations that inspire groundbreaking innovation, effective prevention, and compassionate intervention to transform care for civilians and military heroes who endure traumatic injuries and events.
The Stepping Strong Innovator Awards program inspires multi-institutional faculty to pursue groundbreaking innovation with a goal of transforming outcomes for civilians and military heroes worldwide.
The Stepping Strong Injury Prevention and Intervention program aims to reduce the number and severity of traumatic injuries resulting from elderly falls, gun violence, distracted driving, and substance use.
The Stepping Strong Plastic Surgery Trauma Fellowship is a unique program designed to train the next generation of medical leaders in advanced and innovative techniques for treating acute and complex injury.
True to the Boston Strong spirit of kindness and collaboration, the members of the Stepping Strong community are inspired to come together to help those with traumatic injuries step strong again.
Summer is the time to engage in outdoor activities and enjoy the sunny weather (especially if you’re from the Northeast). Despite the fun that the summer can bring, traumatic injuries can happen that may not be as relevant throughout the rest of the year.
Scroll through to learn injury prevention tips for different summertime activities. The Stepping Strong Center Injury Prevention Program hosts a variety of trainings including Stop the Bleed, QPR suicide prevention, Naloxone administration, and more. See what we offer by clicking the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Summer is the time to engage in outdoor activities and enjoy the sunny weather (especially if you’re from the Northeast). Despite the fun that the summer can bring, traumatic injuries can happen that may not be as relevant throughout the rest of the year.
Scroll through to learn injury prevention tips for different summertime activities. The Stepping Strong Center Injury Prevention Program hosts a variety of trainings including Stop the Bleed, QPR suicide prevention, Naloxone administration, and more. See what we offer by clicking the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Today is #GlobalRunningDay!
The Stepping Strong Center expresses our gratitude and appreciation for our running community. As a result of the fundraising efforts of our runners, we are honored to share that the Center has set a new record by raising $2 MILLION from our Boston Marathon team for the first time in our team’s history. $2 million equates to each of our runners raising nearly $13,000 for trauma survivors everywhere.
We could not have achieved this milestone without the loyalty and kindheartedness of our running community, the generosity of our supporters, and the uplifting voices of everyone who cheered us on and shared our mission.
This historic achievement for our Center will continue to fund innovative projects that will heal trauma patients and allow our Stepping Strong team to expand further in our community to share evidence-based #injuryprevention practices. We are incredibly grateful for your support and your help in changing the field of trauma care for the better.
On behalf of the Reny family and the #SteppingStrong team, thank you for helping us #TurnTragedyIntoHope. 💙💗💛
Today is #GlobalRunningDay!
The Stepping Strong Center expresses our gratitude and appreciation for our running community. As a result of the fundraising efforts of our runners, we are honored to share that the Center has set a new record by raising $2 MILLION from our Boston Marathon team for the first time in our team’s history. $2 million equates to each of our runners raising nearly $13,000 for trauma survivors everywhere.
We could not have achieved this milestone without the loyalty and kindheartedness of our running community, the generosity of our supporters, and the uplifting voices of everyone who cheered us on and shared our mission.
This historic achievement for our Center will continue to fund innovative projects that will heal trauma patients and allow our Stepping Strong team to expand further in our community to share evidence-based #injuryprevention practices. We are incredibly grateful for your support and your help in changing the field of trauma care for the better.
On behalf of the Reny family and the #SteppingStrong team, thank you for helping us #TurnTragedyIntoHope. 💙💗💛
According to @aaa_national, the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for young drivers.
Distracted driving — which claimed the lives of 3,522 people in 2021 — is described as any activity that diverts attention away from driving (texting, eating, drinking, talking to others in the vehicle, adjusting the stereo/navigation system).
Traumatic injuries from distracted driving are preventable. When you’re on the road, stay buckled and stay focused. Click the link in our bio to learn more about the Stepping Strong Center’s Injury Prevention Program, which aims to reduce the burden of traumatic injury by sharing evidence-based prevention activities with our community.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
According to @aaa_national, the time between Memorial Day and Labor Day is known as the “100 Deadliest Days” for young drivers.
Distracted driving — which claimed the lives of 3,522 people in 2021 — is described as any activity that diverts attention away from driving (texting, eating, drinking, talking to others in the vehicle, adjusting the stereo/navigation system).
Traumatic injuries from distracted driving are preventable. When you’re on the road, stay buckled and stay focused. Click the link in our bio to learn more about the Stepping Strong Center’s Injury Prevention Program, which aims to reduce the burden of traumatic injury by sharing evidence-based prevention activities with our community.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
We are saddened to learn about the unexpected passing of Stepping Strong friend, James McClelland of New Hampshire. James was a kindhearted, adventurous person who loved to spend his time outdoors. In 2018, James underwent the Stepping Strong-funded Ewing amputation procedure and was able to return to the activities he loved, including ice climbing. The Stepping Strong Center extends our deepest condolences to James’ family and loved ones. 💙💗💛
We are saddened to learn about the unexpected passing of Stepping Strong friend, James McClelland of New Hampshire. James was a kindhearted, adventurous person who loved to spend his time outdoors. In 2018, James underwent the Stepping Strong-funded Ewing amputation procedure and was able to return to the activities he loved, including ice climbing. The Stepping Strong Center extends our deepest condolences to James’ family and loved ones. 💙💗💛
Join team Stepping Strong for the B.A.A. 10K!
Race day is 3 weeks away. Unable to make it to Boston? Participate virtually! In the 10 days leading up to race day, complete a 10K by tracking your activity (walking, running, swimming, biking, golfing, and more) in the MoveSpring app.
Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, you are invited to the Stepping Strong post-race party on the Boston Common where there will be bagels and beer.
Register today by clicking the link in our bio!
Join team Stepping Strong for the B.A.A. 10K!
Race day is 3 weeks away. Unable to make it to Boston? Participate virtually! In the 10 days leading up to race day, complete a 10K by tracking your activity (walking, running, swimming, biking, golfing, and more) in the MoveSpring app.
Whether you choose to participate in person or virtually, you are invited to the Stepping Strong post-race party on the Boston Common where there will be bagels and beer.
Register today by clicking the link in our bio!
Today is #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessDay.
Gun violence claims the lives of 120 people every day in the United States and is one of the top 5 leading causes of traumatic injury death for people ages 1-44. Today, we #WearOrange to honor survivors of gun violence and bring awareness to this public health crisis.
Looking for ways to participate in #WearOrangeWeekend? Click the link in our bio to learn how you can call for an end to gun violence.
Visit BWHSteppingStrong.org to learn about the Stepping Strong Center’s efforts to reduce gun violence in our community.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Clockwise from top center: Gillian Reny, Audrey Epstein Reny, Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH, Rebecca Robbins, MMSci, PhD, MS, and Rahsaan Peters.
Today is #NationalGunViolenceAwarenessDay.
Gun violence claims the lives of 120 people every day in the United States and is one of the top 5 leading causes of traumatic injury death for people ages 1-44. Today, we #WearOrange to honor survivors of gun violence and bring awareness to this public health crisis.
Looking for ways to participate in #WearOrangeWeekend? Click the link in our bio to learn how you can call for an end to gun violence.
Visit BWHSteppingStrong.org to learn about the Stepping Strong Center’s efforts to reduce gun violence in our community.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Clockwise from top center: Gillian Reny, Audrey Epstein Reny, Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH, Rebecca Robbins, MMSci, PhD, MS, and Rahsaan Peters.
Last week, the Stepping Strong Center honored #NationalStopTheBleedDay by teaching compression and tourniquet techniques to our Young Professionals Council, and hosted a Stop the Bleed table at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Knowing how to apply tourniquets helped save Gillian Reny’s life and legs in the immediate aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing. If you want to learn these life-saving skills for yourself, your organization, or your team, email steppingstrong@bwh.harvard.edu to schedule a training or click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Last week, the Stepping Strong Center honored #NationalStopTheBleedDay by teaching compression and tourniquet techniques to our Young Professionals Council, and hosted a Stop the Bleed table at Brigham and Women’s Hospital.
Knowing how to apply tourniquets helped save Gillian Reny’s life and legs in the immediate aftermath of the Boston Marathon bombing. If you want to learn these life-saving skills for yourself, your organization, or your team, email steppingstrong@bwh.harvard.edu to schedule a training or click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
June is #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth.
Gun violence is one of the top 5 leading causes of traumatic injury death for people ages 1-44 in the United States. Safely and securely storing firearms is an essential component of responsible gun ownership, which unfortunately, only about half of gun owners practice.
Cassandra Crifasi, PhD, MPH, Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, and a responsible gun owner, shared best practices for safe and secure firearm storage and how doing so reduces traumatic injuries, death, and violence.
Read more about common mistakes, other ways to store a firearm, and how to encourage more people to practice safe and secure firearm storage by clicking the link in our bio. Learn about the Stepping Strong Center’s efforts to reduce gun violence in our communities by visiting BWHSteppingStrong.org.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
June is #GunViolenceAwarenessMonth.
Gun violence is one of the top 5 leading causes of traumatic injury death for people ages 1-44 in the United States. Safely and securely storing firearms is an essential component of responsible gun ownership, which unfortunately, only about half of gun owners practice.
Cassandra Crifasi, PhD, MPH, Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Gun Violence Solutions, and a responsible gun owner, shared best practices for safe and secure firearm storage and how doing so reduces traumatic injuries, death, and violence.
Read more about common mistakes, other ways to store a firearm, and how to encourage more people to practice safe and secure firearm storage by clicking the link in our bio. Learn about the Stepping Strong Center’s efforts to reduce gun violence in our communities by visiting BWHSteppingStrong.org.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation is pleased to present our 2022-2023 Annual Stewardship Report: From Boston Strong to Stepping Strong.
The report reflects our commitment since the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy to transform the field of trauma research and care and shares our determination to do more in the years ahead.
We are forever grateful for our community of researchers, runners, and supporters, who have helped us, year after year, to turn our vision into a reality.
Click the link in our bio to view the report.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation is pleased to present our 2022-2023 Annual Stewardship Report: From Boston Strong to Stepping Strong.
The report reflects our commitment since the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy to transform the field of trauma research and care and shares our determination to do more in the years ahead.
We are forever grateful for our community of researchers, runners, and supporters, who have helped us, year after year, to turn our vision into a reality.
Click the link in our bio to view the report.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
May is #TraumaAwarenessMonth.
As part of the Stepping Strong Center’s #TraumaAwarenessTuesday series, for our final week, we are featuring the Long-Term Outcomes of Traumatic Injury.
According to the @who, in 2021, traumatic injury deaths claimed the lives of 4.4 million people worldwide. The majority, 3.16 million, were unintentional and 1.25 million were violence-related. Yet, tens of millions more people experience nonfatal injuries every year that may result in temporary or permanent disability and the need for long-term physical and mental health care and rehabilitation. To read the WHO’s fact sheet about Injuries and Violence, use this link https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/injuries-and-violence.
The Stepping Strong Center is committed to transforming the lives of trauma patients worldwide by strengthening the full continuum of trauma care from prevention to treatment and rehabilitation. To learn more about our work and our mission, click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
May is #TraumaAwarenessMonth.
As part of the Stepping Strong Center’s #TraumaAwarenessTuesday series, for our final week, we are featuring the Long-Term Outcomes of Traumatic Injury.
According to the @who, in 2021, traumatic injury deaths claimed the lives of 4.4 million people worldwide. The majority, 3.16 million, were unintentional and 1.25 million were violence-related. Yet, tens of millions more people experience nonfatal injuries every year that may result in temporary or permanent disability and the need for long-term physical and mental health care and rehabilitation. To read the WHO’s fact sheet about Injuries and Violence, use this link https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/injuries-and-violence.
The Stepping Strong Center is committed to transforming the lives of trauma patients worldwide by strengthening the full continuum of trauma care from prevention to treatment and rehabilitation. To learn more about our work and our mission, click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Congratulations to all teams and participants on completing another Step Up for #SteppingStrong challenge and thank you for helping us surpass 500M steps! Together we’ve unlocked over $100,000 for trauma research and care at The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at @brighamandwomens. THANK YOU! 💙💗💛
Congratulations to all teams and participants on completing another Step Up for #SteppingStrong challenge and thank you for helping us surpass 500M steps! Together we’ve unlocked over $100,000 for trauma research and care at The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation at @brighamandwomens. THANK YOU! 💙💗💛
Today is #StopTheBleed day.
Blood loss is the leading cause of preventable death from a traumatic injury.
Since launching in 2017, the Stop the Bleed initiative has trained 2.6 million people to control traumatic bleeding and the Stepping Strong Center has contributed by training more than 3,000. Stepping Strong Center Civilian-Military Advisor, Eric Goralnick, MD, MS (third photo on right), has trained community members and public service professionals (including firefighters, medics, police, and healthcare workers) at locations such as the Boston Convention Center, Fenway Park, and local colleges.
Working with the emergency medical team at Gillette Stadium, Dr. Goralnick has trained over 560 personnel, making Gillette the first Stop the Bleed-certified arena in the country, and has helped develop the Save a Life Educational Video Series on YouTube, which teaches Ukrainian citizens how to control traumatic bleeding.
Click the link in our bio to learn more about the history of Stop the Bleed and email steppingstrong@bwh.harvard.edu to sign up for a training.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Photos are from 2017 and 2018 Stepping Strong-hosted Emergency Preparedness events that taught participants how to #StoptheBleed in a traumatic bleeding emergency.
Today is #StopTheBleed day.
Blood loss is the leading cause of preventable death from a traumatic injury.
Since launching in 2017, the Stop the Bleed initiative has trained 2.6 million people to control traumatic bleeding and the Stepping Strong Center has contributed by training more than 3,000. Stepping Strong Center Civilian-Military Advisor, Eric Goralnick, MD, MS (third photo on right), has trained community members and public service professionals (including firefighters, medics, police, and healthcare workers) at locations such as the Boston Convention Center, Fenway Park, and local colleges.
Working with the emergency medical team at Gillette Stadium, Dr. Goralnick has trained over 560 personnel, making Gillette the first Stop the Bleed-certified arena in the country, and has helped develop the Save a Life Educational Video Series on YouTube, which teaches Ukrainian citizens how to control traumatic bleeding.
Click the link in our bio to learn more about the history of Stop the Bleed and email steppingstrong@bwh.harvard.edu to sign up for a training.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Photos are from 2017 and 2018 Stepping Strong-hosted Emergency Preparedness events that taught participants how to #StoptheBleed in a traumatic bleeding emergency.