THE SCOTTISH TRAUMA NETWORK

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Connecting Trauma Care

A bespoke Scottish solution, operating across traditional specialty and geographical boundaries

SAVING LIVES. GIVING LIFE BACK

Improving patient pathways throughout the trauma network

Developing The Workforce

Supporting learning needs, identifying career pathways and enhancing workforce planning

About the Network

Learn more about our mission, governance and the purpose of the network.

Data & Audit

Take a look at Scottish Trauma Audit Group reports and how the STN is performing across the country.

Network Regions and Scottish Ambulance Service

Key contacts and regional specific details as well as local news for trauma care in your area.

News from the network

Latest updates in trauma care from around Scotland

Healthcare Support Worker NMAHP Development Framework for Major Trauma published

16/06/2023 | Education

The Scottish Trauma Network (STN) are pleased to announce the Healthcare Support Worker (HCSW) Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions (NMAHP) Development Framework for Major Trauma is now published. The […]

WoS Paediatric Major Trauma Study Day

21/04/2023 | Paediatrics

The West of Scotland Paediatric team recently held their first Paediatric Major Trauma Study Day at the Major Trauma Centre in Glasgow. The aim was to increase knowledge of the […]

HECTOR Scotland course off to a positive start

31/03/2023 | Education

The first Scottish cohort of the silver trauma course HECTOR was delivered at Scottish Centre for Simulation and Clinical Human Factors (SCSCHF) on the 20th and 21st March. The 15 […]

More News from the Network

Lorraine Kelly, OBE

“The NHS in Scotland provides a fantastic service to thousands of patients who are seriously injured each year and the addition of these new trauma centres shows the commitment to enhancing and improving that service.

The dedicated Major Trauma Centres will build upon the existing trauma services across Scotland and these together with the Scottish Ambulance Service and surrounding units will help to deliver a world-class standard of care for people throughout the country. This will help to ensure that patients receive the best possible care, right from before they reach hospital through to their rehabilitation, helping them to recover more quickly and support them in returning to full health.”