Trauma Center Hierarchy

Transfer if specialized care or intensive care is needed.

Level I Trauma Center

Resources:
Highest level equipment & specialties
Services:
Comprehensive trauma care
Staffing:
24/7 surgical specialists
Role:
Regional referral & research hub

Level II Trauma Center

Resources:
High-level resources, fewer specialties
Services:
Definitive trauma care
Staffing:
24/7 general surgical coverage
Role:
Manages most trauma cases

Level III Trauma Center

Resources:
Moderate trauma resources
Services:
Assessment & stabilization
Staffing:
Emergency physicians & surgeons
Role:
Stabilizes & transfers severe cases

Level IV Trauma Center

Resources:
Basic trauma resources
Services:
Initial evaluation & life support
Staffing:
24-hour emergency coverage
Role:
First point of care in remote areas

Trauma Center Hierarchy

"Transfer if specialized care or intensive care is needed."

"Transfer if specialized care or intensive care is needed."

"Transfer if the case is severe or needs advanced surgery."