Trauma Network
The MCH Trauma Programs work closely with trauma and neurotrauma network partners at a local, regional and provincial level to ensure continuity of care. This allows patients to benefit from our expertise in acute care and assures an effective progression across the trauma network.
The objective is to provide the best possible outcome.
Community out-reach
Throughout the history of the MCH Trauma Programs numerous partnerships have been developed with community resources in order to meet the needs of patients and families and to prevent injuries. Here are some examples:
Physicians from regional and adult trauma centres are encouraged to transfer serious trauma cases in need of a trauma centre level of expertise. As well, out patients can be referred to our programs for consultation and intervention of specialists.
Family physicians and pediatricians are encouraged to refer patients who have sustained a trauma. We provide a screening and an interdisciplinary evaluation to determine the patient's needs and direct the patient towards the appropriate resources within the trauma network. We share our expertise in the evaluation and treatment of trauma. We offer educational material for distribution to their patients.