Trauma surgeon compensation is ultimately about more than physician billing. Because much of their work generates fewer billable revenue than elective surgery, hospitals have developed several compensation models for trauma surgeons.

PRMCE has invested in a model where surgeons are physically present in the hospital around the clock and focus exclusively on acute care surgery during their shifts.

Trauma call structures vary considerably across the country. The right model affects physician satisfaction, patient outcomes, recruitment, financial performance, and long-term sustainability of the trauma program.

A mock survey should provide a clear roadmap that helps the trauma program prioritize improvements, assign responsibilities, and establish realistic timelines before the official designation or verification visit.

Should your rural hospital become a trauma center? The decision involves far more than meeting designation standards.

The trauma leaders who understand both clinical excellence and financial sustainability will be best positioned to build resilient programs that thrive in an increasingly challenging healthcare environment.

Obstetric trauma is not uncommon, but extreme OB trauma with emergency c-section is extremely rare, emotionally overwhelming, and clinically complex. Guidelines are essential in these rare situations.

What's In a Name? A breakdown of terms for trauma policies, protocols, and guidelines.

Becoming a verified trauma center is a complex, multi-year process that requires far more than simply treating injured patients. Hospitals must build specialized teams, develop trauma-specific protocols, collect extensive performance data, and demonstrate compliance with rigorous standards established by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). From provisional designation to final verification, each step involves significant planning, documentation, and continuous quality imp

The perspective of a former TMD who is now CMO for an organ procurement organization.

Advice and perspective from an experience ACS trauma reviewer, Dr. Michael McGonigal.

Enhance trauma program management and the TMD-TPM partnership

Nearly fifteen years ago, I started working at a Level I trauma center.