First responders, emergency physicians and surgeons all work together every day to maintain the “chain of life” in our care for patients. The Washington Post recently highlighted the remarkable story of U.S. Marine Commandant Gen. Eric Smith whose life was saved by bystanders, EMS and physicians at MedStar Washington Hospital Center, including ACS Fellow and cardiothoracic surgeon Dr. Thomas MacGillivray.
As we recognize our partners in care during the 50th anniversary of EMS week, Dr. MacGillivray says it best, “Every second matters. The first responders’ expert care is critical for the survival of patients getting to the hospital so we can do our work. Every second of CPR that keeps the patient alive, for us to be able to do what do…that really matters.”
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About American College of Surgeons: The American College of Surgeons (ACS) is a scientific and educational association of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to improve the quality of care for the surgical patient by setting high standards for surgical education and practice and is headquartered in Chicago, IL. The College is a surgical society dedicated to promoting the highest standards of surgical care through education of, and advocacy for, its Fellows and their patients, and to safeguarding standards of care in an optimal and ethical practice environment.
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