FRISCO, Texas – Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial has been designated a Level III trauma center by the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS), one of only 57 Level III medical centers in Texas. In the last fiscal year, 15,446 people visited the emergency department at Baylor Scott & White – Centennial.
"We are excited to achieve the Level III trauma designation," said Ryan Gebhart, president, Baylor Scott & White – Centennial. "I commend everyone, including our EMS and first responders, who worked diligently at achieving the Level III trauma designation. This designation furthers our mission and commitment to serve the community."
At a Level III trauma facility, as designated by DSHS, emergency medicine physicians and nurses are required to have trauma-specific continuing education and maintain specialized certification in trauma and resuscitation. This training is vital in the assessment and stabilization of trauma patients.
"Baylor Scott & White - Centennial obtaining the state designation as a Level III trauma center in such a short period of time showcases the phenomenal commitment our caregivers and leaders have in serving our community," said Lam Le, MD, trauma medical director, Baylor Scott & White – Centennial. "We look forward to caring for our patients and community with quality care and the highest level of service."
Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial becomes the 16th hospital in the Baylor Scott & White Health system to earn designation as a trauma center. The hospital also is a Level II-designated primary stroke facility by DSHS. For more information about the hospital's program and services, visit Baylor Scott & White Medical Center – Centennial.
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About Baylor Scott & White Health
As the largest not-for-profit health system in the state of Texas, Baylor Scott & White promotes the health and well-being of every individual, family and community it serves. It is committed to making quality care more accessible, convenient and affordable through its integrated delivery network, which includes the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Research Institute, the Baylor Scott & White Quality Alliance and its leading digital health platform – MyBSWHealth. Through 51 hospitals and more than 1,200 access points, including flagship academic medical centers in Dallas, Fort Worth and Temple, the system offers the full continuum of care, from primary to award-winning specialty care. Founded as a Christian ministry of healing more than a century ago, Baylor Scott & White today serves more than three million Texans. For more information, visit: BSWHealth.com
