Traumatology, surgical critical care and emergency surgery
Services for injured patients
- Emergency surgery- Penn emergency surgeons specialize in the full spectrum of complex general and emergency surgical procedures.
- Surgical critical care- Penn surgical critical care physicians specialize in critical care treatment and management of patients who require both emergency surgery and an ICU level of care.
- Trauma centers- Penn’s Level 1 Trauma Centers offer the most advanced specialty care in the region, resulting in exceptional patient outcomes that rank well above national average
Transferring a patient
Transferring a patient to Penn Medicine for trauma care ensures access to top-tier medical expertise and advanced treatment options, prioritizing swift and effective interventions for critical conditions.
Conditions we treat
- Bowel obstruction
- Broken jaw
- Concussion
- Jaw injury
- Skull fracture
- Upper limb fracture
Injury Prevention and Outreach Program
Traumatic injuries are one of the leading causes of death in the United States. Through our Injury Prevention and Outreach Program, our safety research, education, and training efforts help our community prevent traumatic injuries.
Our doctors
Our providers work with you to plan and deliver exceptional treatment and personalized care.
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