All trauma surgeons are experienced in trauma surgery and many have received training in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS),” said Ed Alfrey, MD, Medical Director of the Trauma Program at Marin General Hospital. “The prehospital care, board certified emergency physicians, experienced emergency nurses, the entire ICU and other specially trained staff – integrate seamlessly to provide critical care 24 hours a day, seven days a week. In addition to its impressive organizational efficiencies, ACS noted that Marin General Hospital functions at a higher level, similar to that of a Level II Trauma Center, due to its strong neurosurgery program. All trauma centers participate in data aggregation at the local, state, and national levels - shaping public policy and providing the opportunity for Marin General Hospital to compare its services with regional and national benchmarks. Marin General Hospital’s sophisticated trauma registry – managed by Susy Olson, ensures efficiency in the development of treatment protocols and improves multidisciplinary performance. The Marin General Hospital team will continue to collaborate with Marin County Emergency Medical Services to provide Marin residents high-level care close to their homes,” said Meaghan Carroll, Trauma Program Manager at Marin General Hospital.ĪCS was extremely impressed by the hospital’s high quality of trauma care, increased patient volume, and inter-departmental efficiencies. “We are happy to be recognized as Marin County’s premier trauma care provider. Marin General Hospital’s trauma experts have since become recognized in regional and statewide consortiums for trauma care – sharing best practices with other hospitals. Marin General Hospital’s high-functioning trauma program first received ACS distinction in 2000, and is the only hospital in Marin to do so. The action recognizes the hospital’s dedication to optimizing care for injured patients. GREENBRAE, CA - Marin General Hospital was recently reverified as a Level III Trauma Center by the American College of Surgeons (ACS). Expanded Services for Patients Closer to Home
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