University of Maryland R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. The nation's first & only integrated trauma hospital. Dedicated to treating the severely injured.
In the wake of the tragic mass shooting in Brooklyn, our team was honored by
@GovWesMoore
surprise visit. His kindness and encouragement truly lifted our spirits. Thank you, Governor Moore, for taking the time to visit us and show your support.
Congratulations to Shock Trauma physician-in-chief Dr. Thomas Scalea, who was recognized by the Maryland State Senate today for 20 years of service and world class trauma care.
#TheBoss
After a 13-month refurbishment & renovation project, the North helipad is open for landing. The brand-new 20,000 sq ft deck features upgraded fire suppression and foam systems, a new snow-melt system, security improvements, advanced technology to aid pilots and more.
In times of tragedy, the power of human comfort is undeniable. Thank you
@GovWesMoore
and your team for exemplifying this during your recent visit to Shock Trauma to recognize our work, including treatment of a survivor of the Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse.
UMMC’s R Adams Cowley
#ShockTrauma
Center supports
#TraumaSurvivorsDay
!
Today, we will be sharing photos of our staff and trauma survivors explaining why and how they support
#NTSD
.
Happy Thanksgiving from the Shock Trauma family. We are so thankful to our employees for their relentless dedication to healing. We're also thankful to our patients for allowing us to make a positive impact on their lives.
In 1998 Lizzie and Becky were transported to us after sustaining life-threatening injuries in a car crash. After 19 surgeries, 192 units of blood, and an extraordinary save from Dr. Scalea and his team, the sisters are thriving. See where they are now.
#betterstateofcare
The R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center at University of Maryland Medical Center sees the largest volume of trauma patient admissions in the state — 5,674 patients in 2023. About 30% of patients are transferred from other hospitals and trauma centers.
#shocktrauma
#MDGA24
Harold represents the best of the best in health care, and like many of our team members at Shock Trauma, exemplifies the highest qualities of nursing and trauma care. Nicely said by
@S_P_MD
in this thread.
Happy Shock Trauma Nurses Day! Working as a Shock Trauma nurse is an experience like no other. It means taking care of the sickest of the sick, being ready for anything, and changing lives. Help us say THANK YOU to our amazing Shock Trauma nurses!
Shock Trauma's physician-in-chief Dr. Scalea was at the National Press Club in Washington, DC last week making the case for a ban on assault-style weapons.
Today is Hospitals Against Violence Day.
@UMMC
is committed 2 ending all forms of violence in every community & workplace.
#ShockTrauma
’s Violence Prevention Program is available 2 help those affected by or at risk 4 violence
#HAVHope
#STCPreventionMatters
In 2005, Allie fell from a golf cart and suffered a traumatic brain injury at age 16. She was flown to us by
@MDSP
. Her brain continued to swell, but Dr. Scalea and his team's heroic efforts gave Allie a second chance at life.
#ABetterStateofCare
The Shock Trauma Gala recreates 3 remarkable stories of rescue, survival and recovery; just a sample of what we do 8,000+ times a year.
#shocktrauma
#PoweredXPassion
More information:
Today is Shock Trauma Day in Annapolis. We’ve spent the day educating our lawmakers on the important role
#ShockTrauma
plays in caring for critically ill and severely injured people in the region.
#MDGA24
Unintentional injury is the leading cause of death for people aged 1 to 44. Our Center for Injury Prevention and Policy has launched a year-long public education campaign aimed at reducing traumatic injury. Learn more:
#STCPreventionMatters
Congrats to the 80+ trauma and EMS professionals honored tonight for saving the lives of two critically injured patients. The
@shocktrauma
annual celebration highlights our partnership with EMS in Md. Check out the amazing stories of our patient heroes.
It’s been a sea of pink in Annapolis today and we’ve had a great time talking with lawmakers and urging them to ensure the continued success and excellence of the State of Maryland’s trauma care system — the best in the world and what Marylanders deserve.
#ShockTrauma
#MDGA24
Shock Trauma proudly supports
#TraumaSurvivorsDay
! Our teams are committed to the survival and recovery of every single trauma patient who comes through our doors.
#NTSD
Each year in the U.S., ERs treat 41 million
#trauma
patients, and hospitals care for 5.7 million critically ill or seriously injured people. No 2 people experience trauma the exact same way, and recovery can be hard work. Learn more:
#STCPreventionMatters
Texting while driving makes it 23 times more likely you'll get into a crash. Younger drivers are more likely to text while driving, according to a recent survey by the AAA Foundation for Traffic Safety.
#STCPreventionMatters
#justdrive
#ItCanWait
#ICYMI
: Dr. Thomas Scalea explains the
#StopTheBleed
initiative - a partnership with
@COTMaryland
- and gives a brief overview of bleeding control techniques
Today is National Stop the Bleed Day. Shock Trauma has trained over 6,500 people since 2017! Knowing how to control bleeding is an important life-saving skill, and it's easy to learn. Register for your free class.
#NSTBD19
#STCPreventionMatters
As a part of
#TraumaSurvivorsDay
, these survivors spent the day at
#ShockTrauma
visiting w/ others recovering from trauma. Surviving trauma can have lasting emotional, mental & physical effects. The Trauma Survivors Network can help. Learn more:
#NTSD
Saving thousands of lives every year. Thomas Scalea, MD, Physician-in-Chief at the UM R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, was profiled in the Baltimore Business Journal’s “Who’s Who in Healthcare” special section.
Today our team of experts taught
@AACountySchools
nurses how to
#StopTheBleed
in the case of an accident or a large scale mass casualty event. Learn more at
Today on Trauma Survivors Day staff welcomed a special Gratitude Rounds. Gratitude Rounds allow trauma survivors the chance to visit their care teams and express gratitude for the care they received.
#NTSD
The 30th annual Shock Trauma Gala has begun. Tonight we are proud to once again honor the state emergency and trauma medical professionals who represent Maryland’s unique highly coordinated trauma system.
#shocktrauma
Learn more:
Trooper Graham King sustained a traumatic brain injury and multiple fractures when his police SUV was struck head-on in early May 2020. He spent seven days with us and underwent weeks of intense therapy at UM Rehab in recovery. Hear his story.
In 2004 William “Tipper” Thomas was leaving a charity basketball game, and a classmate opened fire. He was hit by bullets in his lung, spine, and neck. Dr. Scalea and his team saved Tipper’s lung; however, he would never walk again. See how far he has come.
#betterstateofcare
While skiing, Liz Roberts fell 27 ft. off a trail & spent 3 months in the hospital, 2 at
#ShockTrauma
. Liz, who has 2 daughters & 3 grandkids, says family is everything. Her advice: Acceptance, patience, & the Trauma Survivors Network
#STCPreventionMatters
This morning Dr. Tom Scalea is at
@PressClubDC
along with other
#trauma
surgeons from the Western Trauma Association voicing support for a ban on assault weapons.
Shock Trauma helps to train doctors, nurses, first-responders and other medical professionals throughout Maryland in its Critical Care and Trauma Simulation Center, using highly sophisticated mannequins to simulate real-life medical situations.
Trauma is sometimes inevitable, but when it happens, our staff is here to provide world-class care using groundbreaking research and innovative medical procedures. Here’s an example of the quality care our team offers daily to people across the world
Forget the small talk – Dr. Scalea gives
@GovLarryHogan
a
#StopTheBleed
training!
Learn more about our partnership with
@COTMaryland
to teach Marylanders lifesaving bleeding control techniques:
Kristie Snedeker, VP of the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center, discusses
@shocktrauma
's extraordinary lifesaving collaboration with its EMS partners. More than 80 trauma and EMS heroes will be honored at Shock Trauma's annual celebration Nov. 18.
We are proud to announce that Mohan Suntha, MD, MBA, has been named president and CEO of the University of Maryland Medical System, effective December 1, 2019. Find out why Dr. Suntha has been called "the right leader for UMMS and the people of Maryland."
Today, our Stop the Bleed team trained students & staff of Edmondson-Westside HS how to slow and/or stop life threatening bleeding and potentially save lives.
#StopTheBleed
As we reflect on the anniversary of September 11, 2001, we remember and honor the individuals who lost their lives during this tragic event and salute our first responders for their bravery to protect us every day.
Last Saturday, we honored Maryland's top emergency and trauma medical professionals at our 30th annual gala. Attendees got to hear the remarkable story of Dallas Vaughn, a teen who is thriving after surviving a horrific car accident.
Learn to save a life! JOIN US on Thursday, May 25, for Stop the Bleed Day. Attend a free, one-hour life-saving bleeding control training. Classes will be held at UMMC Downtown and Midtown campuses all day. Register:
Hey, moms! May is National Trauma Survivors Month. And with
#MothersDay
around the corner, we want you to meet a few inspiring survivor moms. First up: Meet Theresa Pfister – wife, mother, daughter and
#trauma
#survivor
. Learn more:
#STCPreventionMatters
STOP THE BLEED | This month, our
#StopTheBleed
team, in partnership with
@COTMaryland
, is offering several bleeding control classes to community members. Register today:
Happy
#MothersDay
Meet Amanda Flores, mom to 2 young boys. Amanda was a patient here 2 years ago. She was septic and needed all 4 of her limbs amputated. "You don't know what you'll decide until you are faced with the unimaginable."
#STCPreventionMatters
COMMUNITY MEMBERS: Our team has two Stop the Bleed classes coming up – Feb. 10 & 24 – where (free of charge) you learn how to
#StopTheBleed
and save a life. Register today: