SUR 404 - Shock/Trauma

This rotation is designed to introduce the student to the principles of initial assessment, resuscitation and decision making needed to deal with the multiply injured patient. Operative management, care in the intensive care unit and integration of care by multiple services are emphasized on daily rounds. The role of the Trauma Surgeon/team as coordinating physician is demonstrated especially regarding complex multi-system injury patients. The student will be assigned to one of the Trauma Teams. Responsibilities on call include care of all new incoming patients, ongoing care in the Burn Trauma Unit and on the floor service. The student is expected to function as an integral team member under the direction of the Chief Resident and attending staff. Initial reading material will be distributed at the start of the rotation.