Penn Trauma Center and Penn Neurosurgery collaborate on a consideration of the commonly used atypical antipsychotic quetiapine as a precipitant of animal learning and memory in weeks following severe post-TBI, with illuminating results. spr.ly/60189OnZe

Elinore J. Kaufman and I asked some questions about the patients receiving care at new trauma centers! This controversial graph was created in the process. So thankful for unbelievable mentorship Penn Trauma Center

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When walking through the city, remember to keep your phone down and your head up! Staying alert -- especially when crossing an intersection or crosswalk -- can help keep you safe from a potential accident.

Published in Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Penn Trauma Center researchers contributed to a 75-year historical consideration of the peacetime presence of military-focused subject matter in top-tier medical journals, or the lack thereof. spr.ly/60119OXUl

The eight newest members Penn Trauma Center Michael Ghio Chris De Boer, MD MS Niels D. Martin, MD, FACS, FCCM PennSurgery

Did you know? Since 1998, the PENNSTAR flight team has flown the equivalent mileage to circle the earth more than 65 times.

Penn Trauma Center Drs. Usman and Cannon offer their insights and discuss the issues, concerns, and occasional triumphs inherent in long-term survival on ECMO in their experience. spr.ly/60199OkgT

Cell phone are the leading cause of distracted driving car crashes in the U.S. Research led by Penn Medicine's M. Kit Delgado, MD, MS found that offering cash incentives to put down phones while driving resulted in reductions in phone usage of up to 21%. spr.ly/6014Y6OK0

We’re thrilled to have Myra Rodriguez joining our Administrative team as the Trauma Services Manager. She has been an important part of Penn Trauma Center since 2010, and we wish her the best of luck in her new role!

Published in Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Penn Trauma Center researchers contributed to an analysis of the impact of post-operative enteral nutrition on duodenal injury outcomes. spr.ly/6012YGHbQ

Drinking and driving puts you and everyone else on the road at risk. If you plan on drinking during a night out, make sure you know how you're getting home safely.

Did you know? PennSTAR Flight aircraft can reach all parts of Delaware, New Jersey, central Pennsylvania and southern New York in 30 minutes or less.

Researchers from Penn Neurosurgery and Penn Trauma Center contributed to an intensive longitudinal assessment following index trauma to predict development of PTSD using machine learning. spr.ly/6011YGJKh

As kids head back to school, it's important to remember your bus stop etiquette! Drivers should always respect stop signs and keep their distance so students are able to get on board safety.

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September is #NationalPreparednessMonth. It's essential to have medical supplies, food, and water on-hand in the event of an emergency. Learn more about building your own emergency supply kit at spr.ly/6012mWO3e

Wishing you a safe and restful Labor Day! Thank you to first responders and Penn Medicine employees who are working to protect and care for our communities and patients over this holiday weekend.

.Penn Medicine research found Black Americans experienced nonfatal firearm injuries 10 times more than White Americans in 2019 and 2020, and Black boys and men experienced the highest rate of firearm injuries caused by assault and unintentional injuries. spr.ly/6011mWuyL

Published in Journal of Surgical Education, a study from Penn Medicine found high-fidelity simulation during medical student orientation improves students' self-reported ability to identify and treat life-threatening hemorrhage in a team setting. spr.ly/6013mWub1