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Partner with the Center for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center to access the medical experts, resources and education opportunities you need to boost team confidence and improve patient outcomes.
Whether you’re looking for experienced medical direction, the latest research and technology or targeted training, the emergency medicine specialists at Ohio State can design a tailored program that matches your specific goals and team needs.
Why partner with Ohio State Center for EMS?
The Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is the regional leader in care for the most critically ill and injured patients. Our emergency medicine treatment protocols and technology are among the most advanced, and ongoing research ensures your team will be informed and aware of the latest patient care based on science.
Trauma center status
As one of the largest academic medical centers in the nation, we offer advantages you will only find here:
Not every hospital is designated as a trauma center; Ohio State has two. Our main University Hospital (UH) is a Level I Trauma Center, while Ohio State East Hospital is designated as a Level III Trauma Center. Both provide 24-hour coverage by emergency medicine physicians and have general surgeons and anesthesiologists readily available. Both follow a comprehensive Quality Assessment (QA) program.
Ohio State has also completed the American College of Surgeon’s Trauma Verification, Review and Consultation (VRC) Program, which provides objective, external review of institutional capability and performance.
All blunt, penetrating and burn traumas at University Hospital
Available 24/7 care includes:
- trauma surgery, including orthopedics, hand, microsurgery, flap reconstruction and extremity replantation
- critical care
- radiology
- neurosurgery
- vascular and cardiac surgery – Heart and Vascular Emergency Program
- ophthalmology
- ear, nose and throat (ENT)/otolaryngology
- plastic and facial plastics surgery
- oral surgery
- dentistry
- urological trauma
Specialized services:
- massive transfusion
- interventional radiology
- endovascular therapy
- hyperbaric oxygen chamber
- advanced mechanical ventilation
- extracorporeal membranous oxygenation (ECMO)/perfusion
Trauma coverage at East Hospital is provided by the same experienced clinical team that serves our UH Level I Trauma Center. East Hospital provides prompt assessment, resuscitation, surgery, intensive care, stabilization of injured patients and emergency operations, along with transfer processes to our Level I Trauma services as needed. Like UH, East Hospital is also involved with prevention and outreach programs for referring communities.
Specialized care
Ohio State offers dedicated centers and programs to elevate care for some of the most critically ill and injured patients. This includes:
- Comprehensive Stroke Center – A national leader in stroke care and research, and a hub for expert emergency cerebrovascular care at hospitals throughout Ohio.
- Level I Cardiovascular Emergency Program – The first program of its kind in Ohio, giving immediate access to the highest levels of care for a variety of cardiovascular emergencies. This includes a STEMI alert system to protect those with the most serious form of heart attack, ST-segment elevation myocardial infarction, or STEMI.
- Comprehensive Burn Center – Central Ohio’s only adult burn program.
- Hyperbaric Medicine Center – The only such center in central Ohio.
- Sepsis Alert System – Working in conjunction with area EMS agencies to identify suspected sepsis cases, to provide more rapid care.
- Specially trained Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners (SANEs) are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, to help victims of sexual assault.
- Cancer Emergency Department – Care provided by experts from our National Cancer Institute-designated Comprehensive Cancer Center.
- Geriatric Emergency Department – The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center is the first in the Midwest to achieve Level 1 Geriatric Emergency Department Accreditation (GEDA). The American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP) launched this program to recognize emergency departments that provide the most extensive and high-quality care for older adults.
EMS station resources
Critical information, patient care resources and Policies and Procedures for EMS agencies and units working with the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center.
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Review past and upcoming on-demand courses and in-person training events presented by national leaders in emergency medical service research and prehospital care.
View educationMedical direction
Discover the advantages of working with a nationally recognized team of emergency medicine specialists to improve your community’s patient outcomes.
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Research
Explore the latest breakthroughs in emergency medicine technology and patient care.
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Need-to-know information, as well as station recognition, photos and unit/event spotlights.
View news and updatesCenter for EMS testimonials
"Our relationship with the Ohio State Wexner Medical Center has always been invaluable to us. Whenever we have questions, need follow-up or seek educational support, they have consistently been my first call, and you’ve always been there to guide us. Your partnership and dedication mean so much, and I am truly grateful."
Greg Eisenacher, Fire Chief, Grandview Heights Division of Fire
"I would like to thank the members of Ohio State’s Center for EMS for all they have done for the Whitehall Division of Fire. The Center for EMS demonstrates exceptional dedication and expertise in providing emergency medical services (EMS) training and education. They are a group of highly skilled professionals that have a commitment to excellence and ensuring that my firefighters gain hands-on experience, advanced skill development and the confidence needed to respond effectively to real-life emergencies. Each member of the Center for EMS has a passion for quality education and community service that is truly unmatched, making them a vital resource for the Whitehall Division of Fire."
David McBride, Battalion Chief, Department of Public Safety, Division of Fire City of Whitehall
Thank you to our EMS partners!
We want to recognize the impressive and remarkable work of our community first responders and thank them for the job they do every day and for every run to get patients to our medical facilities safely, efficiently and with the medical expertise that saves lives.
Contact the Center for EMS
Call 614-293-5102 or request patient follow-up.
