File #: 24-1172   
Status: Agenda Ready
File created: 8/19/2024 In control: Special Meeting
On agenda: 9/5/2024 Final action:
Title: Receive a presentation regarding the history, optimal configuration and operation of the Southern Nevada Trauma System; and receive an overview of the process for trauma center provisional authorization. (For discussion only)
Attachments: 1. Staff Report, 2. FILDES An Overview of Trauma Systems Trauma Centers

CLARK COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

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Petitioner:

Kevin Schiller, County Manager Dr. Fermin Leguen, District Health Officer

Recommendation: 

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Receive a presentation regarding the history, optimal configuration and operation of the Southern Nevada Trauma System; and receive an overview of the process for trauma center provisional authorization.  (For discussion only)

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BACKGROUND: 

Dr. John Fildes will be present at the joint meeting of the Clark County Board of County Commissioners and the Southern Nevada Health District to provide a presentation regarding the history, optimal configuration and operation of the Southern Nevada Trauma System. His presentation will provide an overview into the different levels of trauma centers, the role of emergency departments, and the importance of a trauma system to save lives. Finally, his presentation will discuss the processes for trauma center provisional authorization.