A+PTRN

Meet our A+PTRN Network. By connecting experts across institutions, A+PTRN strengthens research and improves health outcomes. If you’re passionate about pediatric trauma research, we invite you to join our growing network. #APTRN #PediatricTrauma #JoinOurNetwork

Our member of the month!

APSA Trauma Committee Panel presented guidelines for C-spine clearance, Blunt Cerebrovascular Injury screening and management of massive hemorrhage in Children. An all star cast!

Excellent presentation from Allison Frederick at APSA 2026- Chicago on Pediatric Trauma Triage in the A+PTRN. More Tier 1 activation criteria is not better @MUSCGenSurg @APSASurgeons @APTRNOfficial

A+PTRN is excited to highlight another member, Dr. Regan F. Williams (UT Medical Center + Le Bonheur)! She presents at #APSA2026 this Thursday: 🗓 May 7 | 9:15–9:40 AM CDT 📍 Chicago Ballroom – Level 4 APTRN.org #APTRN #PediatricTrauma

Looking forward to these peds trauma abstracts in the two trauma sessions at #APSA26 @APSASurgeons

A+ Pediatric Trauma Research Network is thrilled to highlight Dr. Christian Streck of @MUSCkids (MUSC Children’s Health), whose team will present two A+PTRN abstracts at #APSA2026 in Chicago this week! Full details + times in the graphic. Learn more: APTRN.org

Trauma teams don't just treat injuries. They see what others miss. This Child Abuse Prevention Month, we recognize A+ clinicians and researchers working every day to improve outcomes for injured children, including the most vulnerable. #APTRN #ChildAbusePreventionMonth

Shining the spotlight on an organization that shows up for kids and families when it matters most 💙 We’re proud to have @CincyChildrens in our community of members making a real impact every day. 👏 Curious about who else is part of the network? Go to APTRN.org !

This month, we’re spotlighting the Pediatric Risk Index for Shock and Motor Response (PRISM) Study. At A+PTRN, we’re proud to support work like PRISM that turns data into action and improves outcomes for injured children. Learn more: APTRN.org #PediatricTrauma

Shining a spotlight on excellence in pediatric care for our April Member of the Month 🌟 We’re proud to feature @CincyChildrens - a leader in children’s health and one of the largest hospital-based trauma services in the U.S. #MemberSpotlight #ClinicalResearch #PediatricTrauma

Big cheers for our April Member of the Month: @CincyChildrens🎉 This is what innovation + compassion looks like in action.💙 Want to join a network that’s pushing pediatric trauma care forward? Go to APTRN.org !

🩸A national FIRST in pediatric blood clot care.🩸 Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital has been named the first Pediatric VTE Center of Excellence™ by the National Blood Clot Alliance. Setting a new standard for VTE prevention, diagnosis & care in children. Read more: bit.ly/JHACHPediatric… @allchildrens #StopTheClot #VTECentersofExcellence #PediatricVTE

Brain Injury Awareness Month highlights prevention and early recognition in protecting children. A+PTRN advances research to improve how pediatric injuries are identified, treated, and prevented, helping protect young minds. 🧠💙 #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth #APTRN

TRAIN Study helps detect serious bleeding in children earlier—saving lives through faster transfusions. Know the signs: rapid HR, pale/cool skin, AMS, delayed cap refill. #APTRN #TRAINStudy #PediatricTrauma #ChildHealth #TraumaCare

We’re proud to spotlight @archildrens as our Member of the Month! 👏 Their trauma team is making a powerful impact across the state—advancing pediatric trauma care and improving outcomes for children when it matters most. Learn more at APTRN.org !

Register now to SAVE! Early bird rates for #APSA26 are ending soon. Secure your spot today before it's too late: buff.ly/peSqPhF #PedSurgIsBestSurg #SurgEducation #SavingLifetimes

This March, A+PTRN proudly recognizes @archildrens our Member of the Month! Their dedication to advancing pediatric trauma care, research, and outcomes makes a lasting impact on families and communities every single day.

🚨 Research Highlight: The Pediatric Transfusion pRObability After INjury (TRAIN) Study Helping clinicians quickly identify children who may need transfusion after trauma—so care happens faster when it matters most. Learn more: APTRN.org #APTRN #PediatricTrauma

We’re excited to recognize @archildrens as our March Member of the Month! Thank you to the incredible team at Arkansas Children’s Hospital for your commitment to pediatric trauma research and for being a valued member of the ATOMAC+ Pediatric Trauma Research Network.

This month’s Research Highlight focuses on the TRAIN Study, which aims to improve how clinicians identify serious bleeding in injured children so trauma teams can act faster when every minute counts. #ResearchHighlight #PediatricTrauma #APTRN #ChildHealth #TraumaResearch