Welcome to Wound and Burn Centers of America, the world’s leading provider of advanced wound healing services. With our unparalleled expertise, innovative techniques, and state-of-the-art facilities, we are committed to healing humankind one wound at a time. We deliver unparalleled wound care in Los Angeles. Located within the Cedars-Sinai Medical Office Towers on the main campus of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, our primary office in Southern California is committed to providing comprehensive wound care, including hyperbaric oxygen therapy. We achieve this through robust partnerships with esteemed academic institutions in the region, such as Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, UCLA, and the University of Southern California.
WORLD'S LEADING PROVIDER OF WOUND HEALING SERVICES HEADQUARTERED IN LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA…
WITH NEW CENTERS OPENING THROUGHOUT THE UNITED STATES AND AROUND THE WORLD!
62,000
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Wounds Healed
12,000
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Burns Injuries Healed
200
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Hyperbaric Dives Completed
150
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Scars Treated
Cedar-Sinai Medical Center
Catalina Island
Los Angeles
Santa Monica
Beverly Hills
Areas We Serve
Wound & Burn Centers of America headquarters and main office are situated in the heart of Los Angeles, within the Cedars-Sinai Medical Office Towers. We cater to all of Southern California, encompassing the City of Los Angeles, Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu, Orange County, Inland Empire, and extending as far as the beautiful Catalina Island. We take pride in being the exclusive provider of advanced wound healing services for the residents of Catalina Island as a Visiting Specialist for Catalina Island Health.
We Set The Bar!
Pioneering Innovative Technologies
At Wound and Burn Centers of America, we pride ourselves on setting the bar in wound healing. We don’t just follow advancements – we help develop them. Our team of experts has pioneered innovative techniques, explored novel applications for technologies like Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy and Laser Therapy, made groundbreaking strides in Regenerative Medicine, and developed widely adopted management guidelines. Our wound care center in Los Angeles has strong a commitment to continuing our tradition of research and innovation, we are dedicated to providing the highest standard of care and driving the field forward.
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For The First Time Worldwide:
- We have pioneered a technology for the early identification of the most suitable candidates for Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy.
- We have utilized laser for wound debridement, demonstrating its superiority over conventional wound debridement techniques.
- We have introduced a technology for the early identification of individuals at risk for the recurrence of diabetic foot ulcers.
Healing Humankind One Wound At A Time
At Wound and Burn Centers of America, we are driven by our mission to heal humankind… one wound at a time. Our wound center is second to none and we have taken action to branch out and get involved in humanitarian wound healing on an international level. We are the first provider of wound-healing services in the United States to be led by a board-certified wound care specialist in Los Angeles with distinctive fellowship training in both major disciplines of the specialty: “complex wounds” as well as “burn Injuries”.
This distinctly sets us apart and has resulted in comprehensive and effective treatment, with an excelled healing time. Our number of wounds successfully healed has surpassed 60,000 and is climbing, owing to the expertise and experience of our specialists. With pioneering techniques and innovative therapies like hyperbaric oxygen and laser therapy, we have helped develop advancements in wound care modalities. Join us as we continue to set the bar, committed to restoring health and quality of life for everyone we serve.
Wounds Healed… And Counting!
Meet Dr. Hajhosseini
Founder, President, CEO
Meet Dr. Babak Hajhosseini, the visionary behind the Wound and Burn Centers of America. While he is currently engaged in wound care in Los Angeles, Dr. Hajhosseini is a world-renowned physician-scientist, and wound healing specialist. He is the Diplomate of the American Board of Wound Management, and a member of several prestigious medical associations, including the Wound Healing Society, American Burn Association, American Society of Plastic Surgeons, and the American College of Surgeons, who brings exceptional expertise to our wound and burn center in Los Angeles.
Dr. Hajhosseini has completed 16 years of rigorous medical education and training, as well as extensive fellowships in both major disciplines of “complex wound healing” and “burn surgery” at some of the world’s most prestigious academic institutions including Stanford University. With Dr. Hajhosseini’s leadership, Wound and Burn Centers of America continues to set the standard for excellence in wound healing, driven by a passion for advancing patient care and transforming lives.
OUR LEADERSHIP
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT)
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is an innovative treatment that involves breathing pure oxygen in a pressurized chamber. By increasing oxygen levels in the body, HBOT promotes healing, reduces inflammation, and enhances recovery. We use HBOT to treat conditions characterized by low tissue oxygen levels, poor circulation, or prolonged inflammation. We have also pioneered a technology for the early identification of the most suitable candidates for HBOT.
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Eliminating Preventable Amputations
Prioritizing Limb Preservation
At our renowned wound center in Los Angeles, our limb preservation program is dedicated to eliminating preventable amputations. With a multidisciplinary approach, our program combines the expertise of specialists from various fields to provide comprehensive care for complex limb-threatening wounds. Through early identification, timely interventions, and advanced modalities, we save and maintain functional limbs as part of wound care. Our commitment to innovation and excellence brings us ever closer to our goal of eliminating preventable amputations.
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Light Energy & Laser Therapy
At Wound and Burn Centers of America, we are at the forefront of utilizing light energy and laser therapy for various applications. Laser therapy allows for precise and targeted treatment, promoting faster healing and superior outcomes. Whether removing damaged tissue, reducing the appearance of scars, or enhancing skin’s natural beauty, our innovative approach harnesses the power of light to deliver remarkable results with minimal invasiveness.
Scar Prevention & Treatment
Our wound care center in Los Angeles offers a comprehensive range of scar treatments and prevention options. Led by renowned experts in wound healing, our cutting-edge therapies can effectively address scars from various causes. From laser treatments and microneedling to custom pressure injury and sore garments and topical solutions, we aim to reduce the scar size, improve appearance, and restore your confidence with the least invasive techniques available.
Global Health: Eliminating Health Disparities
In a world where billions lack access to essential wound-healing services, we reach beyond wound care, and are committed to eliminating world health disparities. Collaborating with humanitarian organizations, academic institutions, and medical societies, we fund and establish wound healing centers in underserved populations. Through education, training, and mentorship, we empower local healthcare professionals for sustainable change. Join us in our mission of healing and creating a world where every individual receives the care they deserve.
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Stimulate Natural Healing & Regeneration
Regenerative medicine and bioengineered skin and soft tissue substitutes offer groundbreaking solutions for wound healing, tissue repair and general wound care in Los Angeles. Regenerative medicine focuses on restoring normal function by replacing or regenerating human cells, tissues, or organs. Biological therapies, such as growth factor-based and stem cell-based therapies, harness the body’s reparative capabilities to heal wounds and promote overall wellness. These advanced treatments revolutionize wound healing and promote natural tissue regeneration.
Restore Your Skin’s Natural Beauty
Restore your skin’s natural beauty with our non-surgical aesthetic and cosmetic procedures. Enhance skin texture and tone with cutting-edge laser skin rejuvenation and resurfacing, stimulate collagen production to tighten skin with radiofrequency ablation, zap away unwanted hair with laser technology, and collapse bothersome leg veins with our vein treatment options. Using the knowledge we gained for wound care, we can achieve amazing cosmetic results. Trust us to help you achieve radiant and youthful-looking skin.
Training Tomorrow’s Wound Healing Specialists
At our wound center in Los Angeles, we recognize the importance of training and nurturing the next generation of wound healing specialists. Through our Clinical Fellowship Training Program, we offer a comprehensive one-year fellowship in Advanced Wound Healing. Fellows will gain expertise in chronic wound healing, venous wounds, burn injuries, scar prevention and management, limb preservation, hyperbaric oxygen therapy, laser therapy, and regenerative medicine. Join us in shaping the future of wound healing.
Concierge Care & In-Home Services
Concierge care offers a convenient and personalized approach to wound healing. Led by our regional medical director, our team conducts house calls to deliver specialized treatments directly to your doorstep. With a focus on prevention, we assess your living environment and address potential barriers to recovery as a part of our wound care. Our board-certified wound care specialists in Los Angeles bring unmatched expertise and innovative techniques to ensure exceptional care in the comfort and privacy of your home.
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Real Patient Testimonials
"Dr. Hajhosseini has helped me with my burn a lot. I went to another Doctor before I saw him and he told me I needed a skin graft. I ended up seeing Dr. Hajhosseini to get a second opinion and I healed without needing a skin graft thanks to him!"
- Linda P.| Real Client Review
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Is the Wound and Burn Center Located?
Wound and Burn Centers of America is located at 8631 West Third Street, Suite 1110E, Los Angeles, CA 90048, inside the Cedars-Sinai Medical Office Towers on the main campus of Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. The practice also serves patients throughout Beverly Hills, Hollywood, Santa Monica, Malibu, Orange County, the Inland Empire, and Catalina Island.
Does Cedars-Sinai Have a Wound Care Center?
Yes. Wound and Burn Centers of America operates its primary wound and burn center within the Cedars-Sinai Medical Office Towers on Cedars-Sinai’s main campus in Los Angeles. The practice partners closely with Cedars-Sinai, along with UCLA and USC, to provide advanced wound and burn care to the region.
What Conditions Does a Wound Center Treat?
A wound center treats complex and chronic wounds such as diabetic foot ulcers, venous and arterial wounds, and pressure injuries, as well as acute wounds and burn injuries. Wound and Burn Centers of America also provides limb preservation, scar treatment, and regenerative medicine services for wounds that haven’t healed with standard care.
What Is a Burn Center, and Does Wound and Burn Centers of America Treat Burns?
A burn center is a specialized medical facility focused on treating burn injuries, from initial wound management through scar prevention and long-term healing. Wound and Burn Centers of America is one of the few Los Angeles practices led by a physician with fellowship training in both complex wound care and burn surgery, and has treated over 12,000 burn injuries.
What Is Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT), and Who Is It For?
Hyperbaric oxygen therapy is a treatment in which a patient breathes pure oxygen inside a pressurized chamber to increase oxygen levels in the blood and tissue. At the Cedars-Sinai-based Wound and Burn Centers of America, HBOT is used to treat non-healing wounds, poor circulation, and conditions caused by low tissue oxygen or prolonged inflammation.
What makes Wound and Burn Centers of America different from other wound care centers in Los Angeles?
The practice is led by Dr. Babak Hajhosseini, a board-certified wound care specialist with fellowship training in both complex wound healing and burn surgery — a dual-discipline background shared by very few providers. Located within Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, the practice has healed more than 62,000 wounds and 12,000 burn injuries using pioneering techniques in hyperbaric oxygen therapy, laser debridement, and regenerative medicine.
Do I Need a Referral to Be Seen at the Wound Center?
No referral is required. Wound and Burn Centers of America accepts self-referrals as well as referrals from Cedars-Sinai providers and other physicians.
Does the Wound and Burn Center Accept Insurance?
Yes. The practice is in-network with Medicare and most major commercial health insurance plans, and also accepts most PPO plans. Patients with out-of-network coverage or specific HMO plans (including Kaiser and MedPOINT-managed groups) can inquire about coverage before scheduling.
What Happens at a First Visit to the Wound Center?
A first visit typically includes a full evaluation of the wound or burn, a review of medical history and prior treatments, and the start of a personalized treatment plan that may include debridement, advanced dressings, or hyperbaric oxygen therapy. The care team can also help verify insurance benefits before treatment begins.
Is Wound Care Available Outside the Main Los Angeles Office?
Yes. In addition to the primary location at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Wound and Burn Centers of America serves Santa Catalina Island as the exclusive Visiting Specialist for Catalina Island Health, and offers concierge, in-home wound care visits throughout the Los Angeles area for patients unable to travel to the office.
Why Choose Wound and Burn Centers of America?
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“Wound and Burn Centers of America is the global leader in comprehensive wound care. With our commitment to setting the bar in innovative techniques and groundbreaking research, we have healed thousands of wounds worldwide. Whether you need treatment for complex wounds, burn injuries, scar management, or skin rejuvenation, we are here to deliver superior wound care in Los Angeles. Many treatments are covered by Medicare and leading commercial health insurance plans, and our staff can help you verify your benefits before starting care. Schedule a consultation today, and experience how we are healing the world… one wound at a time.”