Department of Health
Hawaii Trauma Advisory Council
What This Council Does
The Hawaii Trauma Advisory Council advises the Department of Health on the development and operation of Hawaii's statewide trauma system, including trauma center designation, data collection, and quality improvement for emergency care of seriously injured patients. It reviews trauma registry data, sets standards for trauma centers, and makes recommendations to improve outcomes for trauma patients across the islands. The council coordinates between hospitals, emergency medical services, and public health.
Why You Should Care
When a serious injury occurs in Hawaii, whether from a car accident, surfing, or other cause, the trauma system this council oversees determines the speed and quality of emergency medical care available. Residents can advocate for adequate trauma system funding and hospital capacity through the council's public processes.