| The Trauma Medical Director (TMD) shall: |
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| A. Be an expert in and committed to the care of the injured with a special interest in trauma care; |
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| B. Be board certified in general surgery or other surgical specialties; |
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| C. Be able to devote the time needed to fulfill the TMD responsibilities as delineated in COMAR; |
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| D. Have the following educational preparation and clinical experience: |
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| (1) Successful completion of advanced specialty training in trauma care or Trauma/Critical Care fellowship for at least 1 year; |
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| (2) Demonstrated experience at a designated Level I Trauma Center in trauma systems management, trauma research, and quality management functions; and |
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| (3) Documented interest in trauma center or trauma system issues as evidenced by education, publications, professional experience, and involvement in planning and prevention efforts; |
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| E. Maintain membership and active participation in local, regional, state or national trauma-related activities and trauma organizations; |
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| F. Participate in trauma educational activities such as: |
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| (1) Trauma/Critical Care fellowship programs; |
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| (2) Undergraduate medical education; |
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| (3) Continuing education; and |
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| (4) ATLS® courses; |
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| G. Participate in trauma research and publication efforts; and |
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| H. Demonstrate active participation in the resuscitation of multi system trauma patients, or surgery of multi system trauma patients or both. |
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