Welcome to the Maryland Committee on Trauma
As the Maryland chapter of the American College of Surgeons, the MDCOT is dedicated to supporting injury prevention and ensuring optimal patient outcomes across all trauma centers in Maryland. Our mission encompasses advocacy, education, the creation of best practices, and continuous quality improvement. Together with ACS, we are committee to advancing the standards of trauma care and enhancing the health and safety of our communities.
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January is National Blood Donor Month
January is National Blood Donor Month, an opportunity to highlight the role blood donation plays in supporting trauma care and saving lives in Maryland and nationwide. According to the American Red Cross, the United States is experiencing its lowest number of blood donors in 20 years, creating ongoing challenges maintaining an adequate blood supply.
Severe bleeding is the leading cause of preventable death in trauma patients, including those injured in motor vehicle crashes. Timely access to blood transfusions in the prehospital setting can increase the number of trauma patients with severe bleeding who survive by 37%. This underscores the importance of a strong and reliable blood supply whether the patient receives blood from EMS clinicians in the field or at the hospital.
Maryland continues to support EMS agencies as the number of agencies with prehospital blood transfusion programs grows. These programs rely on sustained blood donation efforts and partnerships with blood centers. Blood donation remains a vital way to strengthen trauma care systems and support emergency response beyond the call.
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Whether you are a surgeon looking to enhance your skills, a nurse seeking to advance your ATCN expertise, or a member of the public interested in education, the Maryland Committee on Trauma is committed to providing the resources you need. With our renowned classes and expert team, we aim to be your go-to destination for education and trauma care in the state of Maryland.
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