Trauma Program
Our Trauma Program is the only free standing Level I Pediatric Trauma Center in Los Angeles County that is verified by the American College of Surgeons.
The Program provides a complete continuum of pediatric trauma care, combined with an active program of education, research and prevention.
L.A. STREET SMARTS
LA Street Smarts is a hands-on interactive neighborhood that helps children learn, as they walk through the neighborhood, the best way to stay safe while playing in or near the street.
TRAUMA CONFERENCE
Save the Date!
On July 13th, 2010, Childrens Hospital Los Angeles will sponsor the 11th Annual Pediatric Trauma Conference, “TRAUMA: Risks, Realities, and Resolutions” at The California Endowment. More information is available at www.chlatrauma.org
Speaker presentations from last year's conference are available here
(discount code: CHLA09T)
PROGRAM AREAS:
The hospital has developed and implemented a Pediatric Disaster Resource and Training Center (PDRTC) which has made significant contributions to emergency preparedness.
Over 8000 injured patients are seen in the Emergency Department every year - many of which require admission to the hospital. The Trauma Team follows these patients from the time enter the hospital through discharge and are followed up as outpatients through our Trauma Clinic.
We strive to provide the best evidence-based care possible to provide the best outcomes for our children and families.
DID YOU KNOW?
Research
To reinforce the highest levels of care now and in the future, Trauma Program physicians conduct innovative trauma, injury prevention and disaster-related research. Among the areas of concern are:
- Pediatric emergency medicine
- Transport medicine
- Traumatic injuries
- Emergency preparedness
- Acute dehydration
- Mental health issues
- Pain management
Our Goal
To combat the most critical health risk for American children. Trauma is the leading cause of death between the ages of one and 14 years nationwide and results in temporary or permanent disability for millions of infants and children annually. Through injury prevention research and program development, our goal is to decrease the number of injuries through education and prevention techniques. If a child should be injured, it is our goal to provide the best multidisciplinary care possible to provide for the best possible outcome.
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