Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)

Course Description

The American College of Surgeons' Committee on Trauma developed ATLS as a CME program designed for physicians who care for injured patients. ATLS focuses on one safe, reliable method for assessing and initially managing the trauma patient. This course is revised every four years.

Objectives include:

• Assess the patient's condition rapidly and accurately.
• Resuscitate and stabilize the patient according to priority.
• Determine if the patient's needs exceed a facility's capabilities.
• Arrange appropriately for the patient's definitive care.
• Ensure that optimum care is provided.

Visit the American College of Surgeons website for full course information.

Registration Information

To register for this class, contact Larry Bartley, ATLS Coordinator, at 540-224-6722. Carilion employees can find the class schedule on Cornerstone OnDemand but need to call Larry to formally register for class.

Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this course. Please note it is designed for physicians.