The mission of The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation is to catalyze trauma innovation for injured civilians and military heroes, through multidisciplinary investigative collaborations across the continuum of trauma care, from prevention to treatment and recovery.
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.
The Stepping Strong Center is pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award…🥁
Congratulations, Dr. Saef Izzy!
Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) is a debilitating condition that significantly impacts individuals and places a heavy burden on healthcare systems. Currently, no effective treatments are available to enhance a patient’s recovery or improve outcomes. When SCI occurs, the body reacts with a complex inflammatory response that can either support healing or cause additional damage. Understanding this response is essential for developing new therapies that promote recovery.
With support from the Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award, Dr. Izzy will study a potential treatment for SCI that nasally administers anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, which has been shown to trigger an anti-inflammatory immune response that helps reduce neuroinflammation in the central nervous system (CNS). Based on the findings of his study, Dr. Izzy’s research will lay the groundwork for improving treatment for SCI patients in the future.
Read more about Dr. Izzy’s project by clicking the link in our bio
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The Stepping Strong Center is pleased to announce the winner of the 2024 Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award…🥁
Congratulations, Dr. Saef Izzy!
Traumatic spinal cord injury (SCI) is a debilitating condition that significantly impacts individuals and places a heavy burden on healthcare systems. Currently, no effective treatments are available to enhance a patient’s recovery or improve outcomes. When SCI occurs, the body reacts with a complex inflammatory response that can either support healing or cause additional damage. Understanding this response is essential for developing new therapies that promote recovery.
With support from the Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award, Dr. Izzy will study a potential treatment for SCI that nasally administers anti-CD3 monoclonal antibody, which has been shown to trigger an anti-inflammatory immune response that helps reduce neuroinflammation in the central nervous system (CNS). Based on the findings of his study, Dr. Izzy’s research will lay the groundwork for improving treatment for SCI patients in the future.
Read more about Dr. Izzy’s project by clicking the link in our bio
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #Boston #Award #Funding
Make a gift this #GivingTuesday
Did you know The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation relies on philanthropic funding?
Your support moves the needle in trauma research and helps us refine our educational programs to ensure that the global burden of traumatic injury is understood and trauma survivors are treated with cutting-edge care.
Through prevention, treatment, and recovery, your generosity allows the Stepping Strong Center to keep our promise of turning tragedy into hope for trauma survivors and their families.
We are truly grateful for any donation that you can provide. Please see the link in our bio to make a tax-deductible gift of any amount. Thank you 💙🩷💛
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Make a gift this #GivingTuesday
Did you know The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation relies on philanthropic funding?
Your support moves the needle in trauma research and helps us refine our educational programs to ensure that the global burden of traumatic injury is understood and trauma survivors are treated with cutting-edge care.
Through prevention, treatment, and recovery, your generosity allows the Stepping Strong Center to keep our promise of turning tragedy into hope for trauma survivors and their families.
We are truly grateful for any donation that you can provide. Please see the link in our bio to make a tax-deductible gift of any amount. Thank you 💙🩷💛
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
We were SO happy to see our 2025 @brighamandwomens #SteppingStrong @bostonmarathon team for our first get together of the season!
In addition to learning more about the Stepping Strong Center and how they will #TurnTragedyIntoHope for trauma survivors, our runners met their teammates and had the opportunity to learn the life-saving skills of Stop the Bleed.
We’re excited to get this season started. Let the countdown to April 21, 2025 begin!
@teambaa
#RunWithPurpose #BostonMarathon #Boston129 #BostonStrong #BrighamRuns #oneBOSTON #OneBostonDay #InjuryPrevention #Trauma #TraumaticInjury
We were SO happy to see our 2025 @brighamandwomens #SteppingStrong @bostonmarathon team for our first get together of the season!
In addition to learning more about the Stepping Strong Center and how they will #TurnTragedyIntoHope for trauma survivors, our runners met their teammates and had the opportunity to learn the life-saving skills of Stop the Bleed.
We’re excited to get this season started. Let the countdown to April 21, 2025 begin!
@teambaa
#RunWithPurpose #BostonMarathon #Boston129 #BostonStrong #BrighamRuns #oneBOSTON #OneBostonDay #InjuryPrevention #Trauma #TraumaticInjury
In recognition of National Injury Prevention Day, the Stepping Strong Center hosted a system-wide illumination of @brighamandwomens, @massgeneral, and @massgeneralbrigham at Assembly Row and received a signed proclamation from @massgovernor Maura Healey’s Office, declaring November 18 as Injury Prevention Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. @massgov
At @brighamandwomens, the Stepping Strong Center hosted a lighting ceremony to shine a green light—the color of National Injury Prevention Day—on the critical need for injury prevention efforts across healthcare, community, and policy realms to build safer communities. We were pleased to welcome community partners and representatives from @healthyboston, Roxbury Tenants of Harvard, and the office of @repchynahtyler.
To learn more about the Stepping Strong Center’s injury prevention educational programs, visit BWHSteppingStrong.org.
@injuryfreekids
#SteppingStrong #InjuryPrevention #TurningTragedyIntoHope #BeInjuryFree
In recognition of National Injury Prevention Day, the Stepping Strong Center hosted a system-wide illumination of @brighamandwomens, @massgeneral, and @massgeneralbrigham at Assembly Row and received a signed proclamation from @massgovernor Maura Healey’s Office, declaring November 18 as Injury Prevention Day in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. @massgov
At @brighamandwomens, the Stepping Strong Center hosted a lighting ceremony to shine a green light—the color of National Injury Prevention Day—on the critical need for injury prevention efforts across healthcare, community, and policy realms to build safer communities. We were pleased to welcome community partners and representatives from @healthyboston, Roxbury Tenants of Harvard, and the office of @repchynahtyler.
To learn more about the Stepping Strong Center’s injury prevention educational programs, visit BWHSteppingStrong.org.
@injuryfreekids
#SteppingStrong #InjuryPrevention #TurningTragedyIntoHope #BeInjuryFree
THANK YOU! On November 14, the Stepping Strong Center hosted its 7th Annual Trauma Research and Innovation Symposium.
We were joined by finalists for the 2024 Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award, leaders from all of the Level-1 Trauma Centers across Boston, and humanitarian and emergency medicine expert, Dr. Michael VanRooyen, who delivered the keynote address.
If you were unable to attend, you can watch the full symposium by clicking the link in our bio.
@brighamandwomens @bostonmedicalcenter @bostonchildrens @tuftsmedicalcenter @bidmchealth @massgeneral @massgeneralbrigham @harvardmed @harvardchansph
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #Boston #Symposium #Award #Funding
THANK YOU! On November 14, the Stepping Strong Center hosted its 7th Annual Trauma Research and Innovation Symposium.
We were joined by finalists for the 2024 Stepping Strong Breakthrough Award, leaders from all of the Level-1 Trauma Centers across Boston, and humanitarian and emergency medicine expert, Dr. Michael VanRooyen, who delivered the keynote address.
If you were unable to attend, you can watch the full symposium by clicking the link in our bio.
@brighamandwomens @bostonmedicalcenter @bostonchildrens @tuftsmedicalcenter @bidmchealth @massgeneral @massgeneralbrigham @harvardmed @harvardchansph
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #Boston #Symposium #Award #Funding
#Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away and the Stepping Strong Center hopes you enjoy this time with your loved ones while staying safe from injury.
Scroll through this post to learn how you prevent common injuries to have a trauma-free Thanksgiving.
Through evidence-based educational programs, the Stepping Strong Center aims to reduce the burden of traumatic injuries within our Boston communities and beyond. Learn more at BWHSteppingStrong.org.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #DriveSober
#Thanksgiving is just a couple of days away and the Stepping Strong Center hopes you enjoy this time with your loved ones while staying safe from injury.
Scroll through this post to learn how you prevent common injuries to have a trauma-free Thanksgiving.
Through evidence-based educational programs, the Stepping Strong Center aims to reduce the burden of traumatic injuries within our Boston communities and beyond. Learn more at BWHSteppingStrong.org.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #DriveSober
Today is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of traumatic injury death and in 2022, 5 people died every hour in roadway crashes in the U.S.
@wdor2024 provides a platform for communities to remember loved ones, advocate for actions to improve roadway safety, and promote evidence-based information.
Learn more about #WDoR2024 and how you can get involved at worlddayofremembrance.org. Remember. Support. Act.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #TrafficViolenceIsPreventable
Today is World Day of Remembrance for Road Traffic Victims.
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of traumatic injury death and in 2022, 5 people died every hour in roadway crashes in the U.S.
@wdor2024 provides a platform for communities to remember loved ones, advocate for actions to improve roadway safety, and promote evidence-based information.
Learn more about #WDoR2024 and how you can get involved at worlddayofremembrance.org. Remember. Support. Act.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #TrafficViolenceIsPreventable
On #VeteransDay, we remember, honor, and thank America’s veterans and active servicemembers who courageously protect our nation.
Today, the Stepping Strong Center is spotlighting two Army veterans who have received the Stepping Strong-funded Ewing amputation procedure.
Rebecca Mann (center) was injured jumping out of a helicopter. Brandon Korona (right) was injured in an IED explosion. Soon after sustaining their injuries, Rebecca, Brandon, and fellow Ewing amputation patient Tammy Jerome participated in the annual 7-mile Falmouth Road Race, representing team Stepping Strong.
Thank you 🇺🇲
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
On #VeteransDay, we remember, honor, and thank America’s veterans and active servicemembers who courageously protect our nation.
Today, the Stepping Strong Center is spotlighting two Army veterans who have received the Stepping Strong-funded Ewing amputation procedure.
Rebecca Mann (center) was injured jumping out of a helicopter. Brandon Korona (right) was injured in an IED explosion. Soon after sustaining their injuries, Rebecca, Brandon, and fellow Ewing amputation patient Tammy Jerome participated in the annual 7-mile Falmouth Road Race, representing team Stepping Strong.
Thank you 🇺🇲
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Next week, join the Stepping Strong Center for the 7th Annual Trauma Research and Innovation Symposium.
Transforming Trauma Care: Paving the Road Ahead will focus on the future of trauma care through each stage of prevention, treatment, and recovery. CME and CEU Credits are available.
Sign up using the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #Boston #Symposium
Next week, join the Stepping Strong Center for the 7th Annual Trauma Research and Innovation Symposium.
Transforming Trauma Care: Paving the Road Ahead will focus on the future of trauma care through each stage of prevention, treatment, and recovery. CME and CEU Credits are available.
Sign up using the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention #Boston #Symposium
From November 3-9, the Stepping Strong Center joins the @nhtsagov in recognizing #DrowsyDrivingPreventionWeek.
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of traumatic injury death and in 2022, 13 people died every week from drowsy driving-related incidents alone.
Prioritize healthy sleeping habits and only drive when you are alert and refreshed.
To learn about the risks associated with drowsy driving and how you can prevent a traumatic injury or death, click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
From November 3-9, the Stepping Strong Center joins the @nhtsagov in recognizing #DrowsyDrivingPreventionWeek.
Motor vehicle crashes are a leading cause of traumatic injury death and in 2022, 13 people died every week from drowsy driving-related incidents alone.
Prioritize healthy sleeping habits and only drive when you are alert and refreshed.
To learn about the risks associated with drowsy driving and how you can prevent a traumatic injury or death, click the link in our bio.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Check out the latest episode from the @inclusivedesignerspodcast featuring the #SteppingStrong Center`s Injury Prevention Program Director, Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH.
"Traumatic injury is one of the most under-recognized— yet pervasive— medical challenges in the nation. But now, there are exciting new breakthroughs in Bionic Technology for bespoke bodies, and more accessible environments being designed for everyone."
Listen to the full episode by clicking the link in our bio.
#TurningTragedyIntoHope #injuryprevention
Video description: Jim Ewing, the first patient to benefit from a revolutionary Stepping Strong-funded amputation procedure for which he is named, returns to the site of his rock-climbing accident to climb once again. Now when Jim moves his phantom limb, he experiences natural sensations of ankle-foot positions and movements.
Check out the latest episode from the @inclusivedesignerspodcast featuring the #SteppingStrong Center`s Injury Prevention Program Director, Molly Jarman, PhD, MPH.
"Traumatic injury is one of the most under-recognized— yet pervasive— medical challenges in the nation. But now, there are exciting new breakthroughs in Bionic Technology for bespoke bodies, and more accessible environments being designed for everyone."
Listen to the full episode by clicking the link in our bio.
#TurningTragedyIntoHope #injuryprevention
Video description: Jim Ewing, the first patient to benefit from a revolutionary Stepping Strong-funded amputation procedure for which he is named, returns to the site of his rock-climbing accident to climb once again. Now when Jim moves his phantom limb, he experiences natural sensations of ankle-foot positions and movements.
Halloween is a festive family-friendly holiday. However, the risk for injury is high from activities like trick-or-treating, partygoing, falls from putting up decor, and pedestrian incidents.
Scroll through to learn how you can have a happy and healthy Halloween.
Visit our website at BWHSteppingStrong.org to learn more about the Stepping Strong Center, our injury prevention program, and our mission to reduce the burden of traumatic injury.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention
Halloween is a festive family-friendly holiday. However, the risk for injury is high from activities like trick-or-treating, partygoing, falls from putting up decor, and pedestrian incidents.
Scroll through to learn how you can have a happy and healthy Halloween.
Visit our website at BWHSteppingStrong.org to learn more about the Stepping Strong Center, our injury prevention program, and our mission to reduce the burden of traumatic injury.
#SteppingStrong #TurningTragedyIntoHope #InjuryPrevention