Developing Regional Trauma Systems

The medical profession has highlighted for many years the sad state of trauma care across the UK. This College has repeatedly called for improvements and it would seem that our voice is now being heard. The review of the NHS by Lord Darzi appears to have raised the profile of the care of severely injured patients within strategic health authorities (SHAs). To assist this process, the College worked collaboratively with other medical royal colleges and specialty associations to produce Regional trauma systems: interim guidance for commissioners.