For nearly 30 years, Palomar UC San Diego Health has served the needs of gravely injured people in Northern San Diego County at its designated trauma center at Palomar UC San Diego Health Escondido. It is one of six such facilities in the county and receives over 1,500 patients a year — from an area of more than 800 square miles — who have sustained serious physical injuries from external forces. We are the largest trauma district in San Diego County.
As a Level II Trauma Center, Palomar UC San Diego Health Escondido satisfies strict guidelines set by the American College of Surgeons and the County of San Diego, including the dedication of resources — specially trained physicians and nurses and state-of-the-art equipment — for the management of trauma patients throughout all aspects of their care, including resuscitation, acute care and rehabilitation.
Board-certified trauma surgeons, emergency room physicians and dedicated trauma teams of nurses, therapists and anesthesiologists are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week to treat the most ill or injured patients in all aspects of care. Neurosurgeons and other specialty surgeons are always on call to care for trauma patients.
As a nonprofit community hospital district, Palomar UC San Diego Health continues its long-standing dedication to treating all patients who need care, regardless of their ability to pay.
Trauma Survivors Support Group
Palomar UC San Diego Health is proud to partner with the Trauma Survivors Network to foster healing through a support group for trauma survivors at Palomar UC San Diego Health Escondido. Dedicated to assisting individuals who have experienced trauma, the program offers supportive care and vital resources — all at no cost. It is a great opportunity to be heard, share openly and begin the process of healing in a supportive community. Whether navigating recent challenges or addressing long-term effects of physical injury, participants can gain valuable tools, emotional relief and a renewed sense of strength and hope. Both virtual and in-person attendance options are available.
Visit our Trauma Survivors Network page to learn more.
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