Trauma Patient Care
Acute Injury Patient CareThe Trauma Program’s well-organized system of care tracks patients at every stage – from pre-hospital care through acute care, rehabilitation and follow-ups. Approximately 65% of all trauma patients treated at Children's Hospital Los Angeles received their injuries from an incident with a vehicle – as a passenger, pedestrian, bicyclist, or (rarely) as a young driver. Falls account for many traumatic injuries as well. Surgeons and Nurse Practitioners with expertise in treating traumatic injuries are available 24 hours per day to assess and treat trauma patients admitted to the hospital in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team that provides support for the entire family. Approximately 65% of all trauma patients treated at our hospital receive their injuries from an incident with a vehicle, as a:
Falls account for many traumatic injuries as well. Trauma Team Members
LA Street SmartsLA Street Smarts is a hands-on interactive neighborhood that helps children learn, as they walk through the portable set, the best way to stay safe while playing in or near the street.
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| Jeffrey Upperman, MD Trauma Program Director |
Mary Taylor, CSTR |
Helen Arbogast, MPH, CHES, CPST |
CONTACT THE TRAUMA PROGRAM: (323) 361-4526
Patients and their families also enjoy the services of the hospital’s language and cultural specialists and Child Life specialists.