Instituto Doutor José Frota

Instituto Doutor José Frota (IJF) is a premier tertiary emergency hospital and clinical research center located in Fortaleza, Brazil. It serves as a regional reference for high-complexity medical care, specializing in traumatology, neurosurgery, and the treatment of critical burns. The institution is internationally recognized for its pioneering development of tilapia skin as a biological dressing for burn victims and reconstructive surgery, representing a significant innovation in regenerative medicine. As a teaching hospital, IJF integrates large-scale public health services with academic research and the development of low-cost medical technologies.