To provide a network for continued training and development of Burn Occupational and Physical Therapists in conjunction with the
OT/PT Special Interest Group of the American Burn Association and to further the rehabilitation and recovery of burn survivors
everywhere.
To provide a network for continued training and development of Burn Occupational and Physical Therapists in conjunction with the OT/PT
Special Interest Group of the American Burn Association and to further the rehabilitation and recovery of burn survivors everywhere.
This committee will embody its mission through the following measures:
Scope: To recognize, on a yearly basis, the outstanding performance of a Occupational Therapist / Assistant or Physical
herapist / Assistant and his or her dedication, service and contribution to the realm of burn care and rehabilitation.
Criteria: Recipients of this award must meet the following criteria:
Purpose: This award commemorates the spirit and commitment of Barbara Knothe, MOT, OTR/L, CHT, who suffered a fatal heart
attack on March 5, 2001. Barb had dedicated over 20 years of service to the treatment of burn injuries and was an invaluable clinical
instructor, mentor, teacher and above all, a lifelong friend to all with whom she made contact. This award is dedicated in her memory to
all of the active burn therapists that embody the same drive and commitment as Barb.
Upon selection, the named individual will receive a plaque commemorating this honor. They will be recognized as part of the American
Burn Association Awards session as well as Occupational Physical Therapy Special Interest Group meeting of the American Burn Association
national conference. The recipient will deliver a brief speech to the OT / PT SIG meeting. Additionally, a monetary award is
provided which is funded by a gracious donation from Bio Med Sciences, Inc. and processed through the American Burn Association in
recognition of this achievement.
Barb had grand visions of developing and performing research and clinical training modules, however these plans never meet their
fruition. This memorial award will serve as an active foundation and inspiration for all of the great clinical PT’s and OT’s to be both
clinical and research based in their daily practices and to serve as a resource for developing burn therapists to achieve their full
potential.
Selection Committee: The selection committee will is comprised of the following members:
The selection Committee will readily focus on the clinical merits and contributions of the nominees practice which provides the
foundation for this award to honor outstanding clinicians in burn rehabilitation. The selection will also be based upon the completed
nomination form and letters of recommendation submitted by any active member of the American Burn Association from any clinical
discipline. Clinicians can nominate themselves, but should also obtain letters of recommendation to support the nomination.
Click here to download the Barbara Knothe Burn
Therapist Achievement Award Nomination Form and submit a fellow clinician today!
Scope: To provide clinical support and serve as a liaison to encourage and promote therapist driven research for Physical
and Occupational Therapists involved in any level of burn care and rehabilitation.
Criteria: Recipients of this regional membership must meet the following criteria:
The regional members will also support and contribute to the development and maintenance of the burn therapist website as well as
contribute to the activities of the OT/PT SIG of the ABA and serve as a research mentors to assist other Occupational and Physical
Therapists in the clinical research development process.
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Form and GET INVOLVED NOW!