Welcome to the Maryland Committee on Trauma
As the Maryland chapter of the American College of Surgeons, the MDCOT is dedicated to supporting injury prevention and ensuring optimal patient outcomes across all trauma centers in Maryland. Our mission encompasses advocacy, education, the creation of best practices, and continuous quality improvement. Together with ACS, we are committee to advancing the standards of trauma care and enhancing the health and safety of our communities.
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Thanksgiving Travel: Buckle Up Every Trip Every Time
Thanksgiving weekend brings plenty to look forward to. From visiting family, to enjoying favorite foods, to sharing traditions that span generations, it’s a time of connection and celebration. For many, it also means time on the road.
The MDCOT stresses the importance of sober driving always but especially during the holiday time.
Thanksgiving Eve has become a time to gather with old friends the night before the Thanksgiving holiday.
If you have Thanksgiving Eve plans by having drinks with old friends, be sure to plan a sober ride. Friendsgiving is a time to make memories — but drinking and driving could turn them sour. Plan ahead for a sober ride on Thanksgiving Eve so you can make it home to those who matter most.
Remember, Buzzed Driving Is Drunk Driving.
School Bus Safety
It is Back to School time! Thousands of children across Maryland ride on a school bus every day – that’s why school bus safety is important in every community. Nationally, from 2014 to 2023, there were 209 school-age children who died in school-bus-related traffic crashes; 38 were occupants of school buses, 83 were occupants of other vehicles, 79 were pedestrians, 6 were bicyclists, and 3 were an “other” nonoccupant. National School Bus Safety Week is observed October 20-24 — when there is effort to increase school bus safety awareness.
Child Passenger Safety Week
Keeping children safe while traveling is a top priority for parents and caregivers, as well as healthcare providers regarding car seat safety. Child Passenger Safety Week is a great opportunity to increase proper car seat safety awareness across Maryland.
September 21-27, 2025: Child Passenger Safety Week
September 27, 2025: National Seat Check Saturday
September 21-27, 2025: Child Passenger Safety Week
September 27, 2025: National Seat Check Saturday
What To Do During A Roadside Emergency
Although there are multiple suggested actions that can increase motorists’ safety during an incident, there is not one single set of procedures that can guarantee the safety of drivers and passengers. Remember, every situation is different, and motorists and passengers should prepare, assess, use good judgment and stay vigilant to ensure they make the best decisions based on their specific roadside emergency.
Read More on Roadside Emergencies: ZeroDeathsMD.gov/RoadsideSafety
About us
Crafted with Care
Whether you are a surgeon looking to enhance your skills, a nurse seeking to advance your ATCN expertise, or a member of the public interested in education, the Maryland Committee on Trauma is committed to providing the resources you need. With our renowned classes and expert team, we aim to be your go-to destination for education and trauma care in the state of Maryland.
Thanksgiving Travel: Buckle Up Every Trip Every Time