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Trauma Team
We
understand the physical and emotional hardships that trauma injury inflicts on
patients and their families. Our team is devoted to providing specialized care
and assuring that recovery is as full and speedy as possible.
Trauma Surgeons
A trauma surgeon leads the team, overseeing all aspects of care. This
physician regularly sees patients to monitor progress and coordinate with team
members. Trauma surgeons are in the hospital around the clock.
Trauma Residents
Residents are not student doctors, but licensed physicians who are
continuing training in their chosen specialty. They are responsible for routine
patient care and maintain communication with the attending trauma surgeon
regarding patient progress. Trauma residents are in the hospital around the
clock.
Trauma Case Managers
These specially trained nurses coordinate patient care plans with the
surgeon, consultants and other trauma team members. The case manager works
closely with patient and family and helps with discharge plans.
Nurses
These vital team members with special training in trauma
provide care 24 hours a day. They are the link between patient, family and other
team members. Discharge planning nurses help with home needs.
Social
Workers
Social workers provide emotional support and help patients
and family members adjust to injury. They provide counseling and information
regarding substance abuse, violence and crisis intervention. Social workers are
also familiar with community resources that can be of use to families during and
after hospitalization. The social worker also helps to coordinate home care
needs.
Patient
Representatives
Patient representatives are available 24 hours a day to
answer questions. They can provide information on patient condition during
initial care, and can direct you to telephones, waiting areas and other
services.
Chaplain
Chaplains are available at all times to provide emotional
and spiritual support. A chaplain of your faith or an interdenominational
clergyman will be called upon request. Also, a chapel is located on the third
level of CMC near the cafeteria.
Consultants
Surgical Consultants
These doctors specialize in surgery, including
orthopaedic surgery (bones); neurosurgery (brain and spinal cord);
cardiovascular and thoracic surgery (heart, chest and blood vessels); and
plastic surgery (reconstructive surgery).
Medical
Consultants
These doctors specialize in areas of medicine, including
cardiology (heart); neurology (nervous system); nephrololgy (kidneys); and
psychiatry (mental health).
Physical, Occupational, and Speech Therapy
These therapists help
the patient return to their best level of function. Physical therapists help the
patient maintain or regain body movement. Occupational therapists help with
activities such as eating, dressing and bathing. Speech therapists work with
language, memory and swallowing difficulties.
Respiratory Therapists
Respiratory therapists are directed by the trauma team
and provide breathing support and treatments as
needed.
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