Over the past year, several hospitals have earned new trauma center designations, expanding access to emergency care in their communities. At the same time, others have chosen to downgrade or close ...

One third of severely injured trauma patients in the United States are first treated at hospitals designated as Level III or non-trauma centers, and less than half of those patients get transferred ...

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The Cleveland Clinic announced plans Thursday to establish a Level I trauma center at its main campus in Cleveland. The Clinic said it is pursuing accreditation for the Level 1 ...

Trauma centers are a vital part of the civilian health system, treating daily emergencies and preparing for large-scale disasters. The author, a trauma surgeon, argues that these centers are a ...