UF Health TraumaOne

UF Health TraumaOne The only adult and pediatric Level I trauma program in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. It is a rigorous review of every aspect of the program.
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When UF Health TraumaOne began in 1983, it was the first trauma program in the state of Florida. Today, it is still the only adult and pediatric Level I trauma program in Northeast Florida and Southeast Georgia. On any given day, anyone can end up a patient in the TraumaOne trauma center. Ordinary activities - picking up the kids from school, painting the house, walking the dog - can turn into a life-or-death situation in the blink of an eye. UF Health TraumaOne consists of five components:
- Trauma center
- Flight services
- Communications/dispatch
- Trauma prevention and education
- Emergency preparedness

TraumaOne's highly qualified staff consists of UF Health trauma surgeons, nurses and others with extensive training in caring for trauma patients. Unlike other hospitals in the area, surgeons and other health professionals such as neurosurgeons, oral and maxillofacial surgeons, orthopaedic trauma surgeons and cardiothoracic surgeons are available on campus 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The state's trauma programs are governed by a strict set of standards set by the Florida Department of Health. Every three years, TraumaOne undergoes a site visit in order to maintain its Level I trauma center accreditation. In 2013, UF Health TraumaOne added a third helicopter and implemented a new policy to dramatically cut down on our response time. Instead of basing our helicopters at UF Health Jacksonville, we have strategically placed them around the region ready to fly at a moment’s notice. Locations include Flagler Hospital in St. Johns County, Yulee in Nassau County, and Lake City Regional Airport in Columbia County.

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁Meet Jaquan, EMT!Jaquan got an early start in emergency servic...
10/13/2026

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁

Meet Jaquan, EMT!

Jaquan got an early start in emergency services, beginning his journey in the fire service at just 17 years old. Since then, he’s gained several years of experience in EMS, having worked with Lake City Fire Department, Columbia EMS, and Alachua County Fire Rescue.

Jaquan has some big goals for his future! He’s always dreamed of becoming a SWAT medic or flight medic, taking his passion for emergency medicine to the next level.

And if EMS hadn’t been his path? You’d probably still find him in the fire service. Jaquan has always been drawn to helping others and enjoys hands-on work where no two days are the same. For him, it’s all about making a difference when people need it most.

A fun fact about Jaquan… He started his journey in emergency services at just 17, and as he puts it, “I guess helping people and running toward the chaos just became my thing!”

We’re glad to have Jaquan as one of our community partners. Thanks for your dedication to EMS, your passion for helping others, and your willingness to run toward the chaos when others are running away. Keep chasing those dreams, Jaquan!

In HEMS, every airway is a difficult airway.Not because of anatomy, but because of the environment in which we operate.U...
10/12/2026

In HEMS, every airway is a difficult airway.

Not because of anatomy, but because of the environment in which we operate.

Uncontrolled scenes, unfamiliar team dynamics, limited space, aircraft vibration, task saturation, changing equipment, and unpredictable patient physiology; all introduce variables that don’t exist in the same way that they present in hospital.

We lose leverage, positioning options, and the ability to make adjustments freely. We inherit patients who we assume have had a secondary insult, and we anticipate they’re on the borderline of losing the ability to compensate.

So how do we buy ourselves outs? It starts with P…

🔹 POSITIONING: Optimize patient alignment and match the geometry of the patient’s airway to the equipment you use.
🔹 PRE-OXYGENATION: know what your limiting factors are to obtain apneic oxygenation and optimize physiology.
🔹 PLANNING: Anticipate failure, communicate roles, and establish backup strategies.

We can’t control every variable, but we can control how prepared we are to manage them.

🚁 Please join us in recognizing our new Critical Care Flight Paramedic, Jala Flagler, as she continues her TraumaOne fli...
10/09/2026

🚁 Please join us in recognizing our new Critical Care Flight Paramedic, Jala Flagler, as she continues her TraumaOne flight crew orientation! Jala has been sharpening her skills in eFAST exams and ultrasound-guided IV access, building the knowledge and hands-on experience needed to provide and assist in exceptional patient care for all patients. Jala undoubtedly will be ready to deliver the highest level of care when it matters most! 💪🩺

It was great visiting our friends at UF Health North! We took advantage of the bad weather to drop off some snacks, catc...
10/09/2026

It was great visiting our friends at UF Health North! We took advantage of the bad weather to drop off some snacks, catch up with our friends, and make the most of the downtime by working on some skills. 🌧️🚁.
We’re thankful for the opportunity to interact, train, learn, and strengthen our relationships with this superstar squad! 💪

3 straight weeks of bike safety is in the books! Today we concluded our education at Anchor Academy in Mayport. Sending ...
10/09/2026

3 straight weeks of bike safety is in the books! Today we concluded our education at Anchor Academy in Mayport. Sending thanks to Atlantic Beach Police Dept Officer Izzy. Duval County School Police Officer Siplon, Anchor Academy PTA Coach Pashley for your hard work and support helping us spread the word on riding responsibly! The rain might have tried to stop us, but it didn’t win!

Did it rain? Yes. Did the rain stop us? Absolutely not! Today is Walk & Roll to School Day! Anchor Academy PTA invited u...
10/07/2026

Did it rain? Yes. Did the rain stop us? Absolutely not! Today is Walk & Roll to School Day! Anchor Academy PTA invited us out to talk about how shared responsibility makes for safer roads for everyone! From e-bikes and e-scooters to skateboards and walking, today students were educated on why helmets are important if every time you ride and how to keep an eye out for others that may be distracted on the road. Officer Siplon with Duval County School Police fielded MANY questions on how fast you can ride an e-bike on the sidewalk and whether or not you can ride with 2-3 people on one e-scooter (spoiler, that’s not legal).

We’d also like to extend a HUGE thank you to Atlantic Beach Police Dept for helping to set up this collaborative education. Community partnerships are the true heart of every good Injury Prevention Program, your commitment to the safety of your community shows with every event we partner together with! We’re looking forward to working with you later this week at our bike course! Thank you!

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁Meet Marty, EMT/Firefighter, HazMat Tech, EVOC Instructor, and...
10/05/2026

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁

Meet Marty, EMT/Firefighter, HazMat Tech, EVOC Instructor, and as he puts it, “Logistical Extraordinaire” with Union County EMS/Fire Department!

If you know Marty, you know the smile. He’s one of those people who always seems to be smiling and brings an upbeat spirit wherever he goes. It’s hard to spend any time around him without feeling a little happier yourself.

Marty has quite the background, having worked with Baker County Fire Rescue, the Florida Department of Corrections, Florida Division of Forestry, and the Union County Sheriff’s Office. Today, he works alongside an amazing team in Lake Butler, doing their best every day to make Union County better.

And if EMS/Fire hadn’t been his path? You’d probably find him flying helicopters or serving as a missionary.

A few fun facts about Marty…He’s been married to his wife, Telisa, for 18 years, loves his kids, has an addiction to Jesus Christ, and is passionate about helping make Union County EMS/Fire Department the best on the planet.

We’re glad to have Marty and Union County EMS/Fire as community partners. Thanks for all you do for your department, your community, and everyone lucky enough to cross paths with you, Marty!

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and colleagues of the Reach 16 crew and the entire Global Medical...
10/03/2026

Our thoughts and prayers are with the family, friends, and colleagues of the Reach 16 crew and the entire Global Medical Response family during this incredibly difficult time.

The air medical and EMS community is a close-knit family, and when one of our own experiences a loss, it is felt by all of us.

From all of us at TraumaOne Flight Services, we extend our deepest condolences and stand with the Reach 16 and GMR family. 🚁🖤

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁Meet Preston Barrow, Paramedic and Field Training Officer with...
09/28/2026

🚑🚒🚁 TraumaOne Lima Charlie Community Partner Spotlight 🚑🚒🚁

Meet Preston Barrow, Paramedic and Field Training Officer with AmeriPro!

Preston previously worked with Hamilton County and is now part of the AmeriPro team. His long-term goal is to take his experience to the skies and work in air medical transport.

And if EMS hadn’t been his path? You’d probably find him working in a pediatric ICU.

A few fun facts about Preston…He’s a dad of two, has two standard poodles, is a proud Disney adult, and spent his school years shooting competition archery.

We’re glad to have Preston as one of our EMS partners and look forward to seeing where his career takes him. Thanks for all you do for our community, Preston!

09/26/2026

TraumaOne North would like to give a huge shoutout to Paramedic Vincent and the entire crew of Nassau County Fire Rescue 40 for an outstanding job on a recent critical trauma call.

When our TraumaOne crew arrived, the patient was packaged and ready for transport with a secured airway, post-intubation sedation addressed, vital signs remaining stable, and TXA hung and ready to go.

The entire Rescue 40 crew was incredibly helpful, and the transition of care from their team to ours was smooth and efficient. On a critical scene where every minute matters, that kind of preparation, communication, and teamwork makes all the difference.

Thank you, Vincent and Rescue 40, for the excellent patient care and for making the handoff seamless. We truly appreciate our Nassau County Fire Rescue partners and the work you do for your community. 🚒🚑🚁

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