West Virginia Department of Health and Governor’s Highway Safety Program Announce Grant to Enhance Trauma Care Coordination

In a significant advancement for emergency medical services in West Virginia, the West Virginia Department of Health, in collaboration with the Governor’s Highway Safety Program (GHSP) and Trauma Designated hospitals throughout the state, has secured a grant to enhance trauma response coordination across the state. This initiative aims to streamline emergency care, ultimately saving time and improving outcomes for trauma patients.

The grant will support the transition to a new, state-of-the-art trauma registry system that integrates data from the state’s 32 designated trauma centers, many of which are local hospitals committed to improving patient care. This inclusive trauma system, mandated by WV Legislative Rule §64-27-10.2, is designed to meet the diverse needs of injured patients throughout West Virginia, particularly in its rural areas. By ensuring access to timely and effective trauma care, the system is poised to deliver optimal and cost-effective healthcare solutions.