As the only Level III Trauma Center in the area, Lake Charles Memorial Health System leads the way in trauma care and emergency medicine in southwest Louisiana. The Trauma Fund supports the health system’s Level III Trauma Center that provides critical care services to residents of southwest Louisiana.
In addition to emergency medicine initiatives, The Trauma Center Outreach Program includes prevention awareness and outreach programs to the community. Programs include the annual Trauma Symposium for medical professionals, the Sudden Impact Initiative (a 360-degree driver safety program for high school students) that includes an on-campus mock crash, a tour of the LCMHS Emergency Dept and Trauma Center, and a mock trial experience), Stop the Bleed Classes (a life-saving technique: how to apply a tourniquet and pack a wound) and a National Board-Certified Trauma Nursing Prep Course.
To discuss further how you can be a part of leading trauma and emergency medicine care in our community, contact us.
To make a one-time or recurring donation to the Trauma Fund, or other Foundation fund, click here.