The Gillian Reny Stepping Strong Center for Trauma Innovation supports initiatives that extend care for trauma patients beyond the hospital, encouraging a safe transition to life after injury.
Advancing the care of trauma survivors is a fundamental component of the Stepping Strong Center’s mission. As the field evolves, we embrace the latest research to redefine best practices and prioritize innovation in our initiatives, providing personalized care that meets the unique needs of each patient.
200+ visits
Made to the Stepping Strong TRAIL Clinic
110+ patients
Referred to critical resources
85 patients
Assisted through the Trauma Survivor Fund
Our Programs Elevating Trauma Care
Stepping Strong TRAIL Clinic
The Stepping Strong Transforming Recovery After Injury for the Long-term (TRAIL) Clinic provides coordinated care for vulnerable trauma patients after hospital discharge. This multidisciplinary clinic supports patients in managing the physical and psychological impacts of injury through a personalized team of healthcare professionals.
Stepping Strong Trauma Survivor Fund
In collaboration with clinicians and social workers at Brigham and Women’s Hospital and Massachusetts General Hospital, the Stepping Strong Trauma Survivor Fund identifies patients facing significant recovery challenges and provides financial assistance to help meet their basic life needs.

Reimagining trauma care isn’t just about discovering innovative treatments for traumatic injuries—it’s about rebuilding lives. That’s the heart of what we do at the Stepping Strong Center.”
Ali Salim, MD
Stepping Strong Center Co-Medical Director
AMC Division Chief, Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Mass General Brigham
Your gift today can transform trauma care and save lives tomorrow.



