About the Trauma Center

As the only Level I Trauma Center located between Dallas and San Antonio, the Scott & White Trauma Center is a vital participant in the care of injured patients.

Every department and every staff member at Scott & White is part of the Trauma Team.

The Trauma Administrative Office is responsible for the management of the Scott & White Trauma Program and can be contacted at 254-724-8202.

Under the leadership of Michael L. Craun, M.D., F.A.C.S., Trauma Medical Director; Terry Valentino, R.N., E.M.T.-P., Trauma Program Nursing Director and Gerald Slaton, M.S.N., R.N., Trauma Program Manager, the administrative staff provides support to the multidisciplinary services involved in the care of trauma patients throughout DSHS Trauma Service Area-L.

Administrative

• Provides oversight for trauma patient care from the time of injury until discharge through trauma case management
• Develops multidisciplinary practice guidelines
• Collects statistical data through the Trauma Registry
• Assures compliance with trauma center criteria and supports facilities seeking trauma center designation
• Evaluates processes and care practices through performance improvement and research
• Provides community education to enhance injury prevention and safety
• Provides educational support for prehospital and hospital personnel

Clinical

• Trauma/critical care service
• Trauma case management

Education

Scott & White offers courses designed to enhance the skills of medical professionals involved in the care of injured patients.

Training for the Future

Scott & White is a leader in developing new technologies and treatments. This know-how is shared by:

• Providing training for residents and medical students
• Providing continuing education courses and seminars
• Providing information to encourage healthy lifestyles

Research

Scott & White is a recognized leader in research. Through interdisciplinary involvement, on-going studies offer cutting-edge advances in trauma care.

Outreach

• Injury prevention program support, development and implementation
• Active participation in the Texas Department of Health Regional Advisory Council
• Support for facilities seeking trauma center designation
• Educational support for prehospital and hospital personnel

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