Most people have not thought much about trauma care until they (or their loved one) are involved in a serious car crash, a fall at home, or a life-threatening injury on the job site. Patients don't take time to research trauma centers before they decide where to get their care. Trauma care exists and is ready for patients before they even know they need it. What Is Trauma Care? Trauma care refers to the specialized medical treatment provided to patients who suffer severe or l

When I was the research director for a Level I trauma program, one of the lead physicians would often burst into my office with an idea. "I have an idea for a research project. It will be quick and easy!" After a while, the phrase "quick and easy" became a running joke. He discovered that, alas, nothing is quick or easy in the world of research. When advising clients on trauma research programs, I caution them that the timeline for producing a single research paper is typical

Cy the mascot learns to stop the bleed in Des Moines, Iowa

Research authorship rubric for trauma centers