When did Shriners Hospitals for Children begin providing burn care?
The Shriners Hospitals specializing in burns have been leaders in burn care and research since opening in the mid-1960s. Treatment is provided for burn injuries and related scarring, along with physical and emotional rehabilitation. 12. When did Shriners Hospitals for Children begin to provide care for spinal cord injuries? In the early 1980’s, Shriners Hospitals opened the nation’s first spinal cord injury rehabilitation centers specifically designed for children and teens. 13. What criteria determine a child’s eligibility for care at Shriners Hospitals for Children? Children up to age 18 are eligible for care at Shriners Hospitals for Children if, in the opinion of our physicians, there is a reasonable possibility they can benefit from the specialized services available. Acceptance is based solely on a child’s medical needs. A family’s income or insurance status are not criteria for a child’s acceptance as patient. 14. How does someone apply for care or refer a patient to Shriners Ho
