Video Podcasts

Overview:
A traumatic injury can happen in an instant, changing someone's life forever. In this program, viewers will learn about some of the latest trends in trauma care and have an inside look at the nation's premier trauma center, the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center, where the term "the Golden Hour" was born.

Part one of this two-part program addresses the following topics:

• About the UM Shock Trauma Center
• History of trauma care
• Dr. R Adams Cowley
• The Golden Hour
• Trends in trauma
• Patient demographics
• Arrival by helicopters/ambulances
• Specialized units for traumatic injuries
• Training program with Air Force medics
• Haiti earthquake relief

Guest:
Karen Doyle, Vice President of Nursing and Operations at the University of Maryland Shock Trauma Center.

Related Information:

• Shock Trauma Center
• Emergency Services
• "Hey, My Doctor's on TV!" Behind the Scenes at Maryland Health Today