The name "Trauma 5" denotes five distinct differences from other ERs in the region. Specifically, they are Trauma, Heart, Orthopedics, Neuroscience and Children’s. A Level II verified Trauma Center has a rigid set of standards, but at Trauma 5 we not only meet them, we EXCEED them.


Multidisciplinary Team Approach
Trauma 5 has one of the largest and most comprehensive, multidisciplinary trauma care teams in the region. Trauma 5 is a full-service, trauma facility. As such, it provides 24-hour access to high quality trauma care, as well as leadership through the Trauma Network for the entire region.

As a tertiary care center, patients at Trauma 5 receive immediate access to the best specialists from a wide range of disciplines, including:

• Trauma and emergency surgery


• Emergency medicine


• Orthopedic surgery


• Neurosurgery


• Spine surgery


• Vascular surgery


• Interventional radiology


• Comprehensive rehabilitation

Specialized care offered at Sanford’s Trauma 5 means the difference between life and death. To provide the highest level of trauma care possible, we use the most advanced facilities and equipment available.

Constant readiness is the first rule for trauma and emergency services at Sanford USD Medical Center. Trauma 5 provides complete emergency services for major and minor illness and injuries. Open 24/7/365, Trauma 5 is staffed by board certified, board eligible physicians, emergency room residency trained physicians, and registered nurses.


Highly Skilled Trauma Team Provides the Most Complete Care

Physicians:

• Emergency physicians


• Neurosurgeons


• Orthopedic surgeons


• Radiologists


• Anesthesiologists


• Pediatric Intensivists


• Plastic Surgeons


• Other physician specialists

Other team members:

• Emergency Department RN’s

• Patient Care Technicians

• Radiology Staff

• Laboratory Staff

• Respiratory Care Staff

• Surgery staff

• CRNA

• Pastoral Care

• Flight Paramedics

State-of-the-art Facility Speeds Critical Care
Once patients arrive at Trauma 5, they are cared for in a state-of-the-art room that is specially designed so that procedures can be done right then and there, instead of moving the patient around the hospital. This time saving measure, along with many protocols of Trauma 5, was created to ensure the best possible care and outcomes.

Trauma 5 is home to the regions largest and most advanced emergency facility. Special features of the Trauma Center include:

• Trauma team available 24/7/365


• Stroke Team


• Easy access by air through the Intensive Air Program


• Comprehensive communication center to coordinate all emergency and inter-facility transfer requests


• State-of-the-art imaging, including CT Scanner in Trauma 5


• Trauma ultrasound capability


• Direct access to newly designed surgical operating rooms


• Outstanding critical care resources

Trauma 5 Virtual Tour
 


Safety & Prevention
We don't want anyone to suffer and endure the pain caused by major and minor injuries. That's why we spend the time to educate children and adults about how to avoid such injuries. We believe that knowledge is the key to prevention.

Often times, traumatic injuries and accidents are unavoidable. However, many injuries occur each year that could be prevented by following some simple safety tips. Be informed and be safe.



Emergency Medicine Professionals

Trauma Education Programs
As a part of Sanford USD Medical Center, we not only focus on patient care, but we also are involved in prevention, education and research. The Center for Prehospital Care and Emergency Preparedness provides continuing education and training for healthcare professionals.


Clinical Education programs include:   

• Emergency Care Outreach Programs


• ATLS


• TNCC


• ENPC


• ACLS


• EMT Workshops


• Trauma Symposium


• Monthly Trauma Grand Rounds
• Human Simulation using a highly interactive training mannequin (METI) 

Trauma Links
American Association for the Surgery of Trauma

American College of Surgeons - Trauma Programs

The Continuing Education Coordinating Board for Emergency Medical Services

National Registery of Emergency Medical Technicians 

Pre-Hospital Trauma Life Support 

The National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians 

South Dakota Department of Public Safety- Office of Emergency Medical Services

Nebraska Health and Human Services – Emergency Medical Services

Minnesota Emergency Medical Services Regulatory Board