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Trauma Survivors Network at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center

Welcome to the homepage for TSN at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center! Here you can find information about our facility and trauma program. Scroll to the bottom of the page to view upcoming events and community resources for trauma survivors and their families. 

 

Expert Trauma Care in Atlanta

An emergency can strike at any moment. When people need life-saving care, the specially-trained trauma team at Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center is here for them when it matters most.

For over a century, people have turned to Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center for healing and health. As a Level Ⅰ Trauma Center, we offer innovative, coordinated care personalized for you. Our residency programs, first established in 1942, train physicians in general surgery, orthopedic surgery, and medicine. Our advanced technologies, state-of-the-art treatments, and friendly faces help people heal from the most serious types of injuries. We are proud to provide expert trauma care in the heart of Atlanta.

 

Facts about Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center

Founded: 1921

Beds: 460

Physicians: 700

Former names: Tabernacle Infirmary, Georgia Baptist Hospital

Location: Old Fourth Ward neighborhood, between Boulevard and Parkway Drive

Service Area: 74 zip codes over 7 counties (Clayton, Dekalb, Douglas, Fulton, Henry, Newton, Rockdale)

Residency Programs: General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Internal Medicine, Family Medicine, Pharmacy

Part of the Wellstar Trauma Network, the largest trauma system in the state of Georgia

 

Did you know?

Trauma is the leading cause of death for people under the age of 45. The most common causes of injury we treat at Atlanta Medical Center are:

• Motor Vehicle Crashes
• Unintentional falls
• Firearm-related

 

Injury Prevention

Luckily, trauma can be prevented. The Injury Prevention Program at Atlanta Medical Center strives to keep our community safe and out of the hospital. Click the links below to learn more about some of our programs.

• CarFit
• FIT for Aging - Senior Fall Prevention
• Georgia Stay SAFE
• Lutzie 43 Safe Driving Summits
• Stop the Bleed

TSN Coordinator

Madeline Parks
Madeline.Parks
Email Coordinator

Address
303 Parkway Dr NE, 340 Building, Suite 101
Atlanta, Georgia, 30312

Telephone
work: 404-265-6539

Email
madeline.parks@wellstar.org

Website(s) Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center

Donations
Click here to make a donation to the Wellstar Foundation. To ensure that your donation makes it to our trauma program, please select "Wellstar Atlanta Medical Center" under the "Designation" section.

Upcoming Programs & Events

Community Resources

Georgia Crisis and Access Line

https://www.georgiacollaborative.com/providers/georgia-crisis-and-access-line-gcal/

PTSD, depression, and anxiety are unfortunately common conditions in trauma survivors. You are not alone -- never feel ashamed of asking for help. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis or need help finding non-emergency mental health care, the Georgia Crisis and Access Line is available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. There are options to call (1-800-715-4225) or talk to a representative through a free app.

National Center for PTSD

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/

A national resource for trauma survivors, which includes information about PTSD, resources such as the PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals. Though this organization is sponsored by the Department of Veterans Affairs, you do NOT need to be a military veteran to take advantage of these resources.

Amputee Coalition

https://www.amputee-coalition.org/

Today, almost 2 million Americans have experienced amputations or were born with limb difference. Another 28 million people in our country are at risk for amputation. The Amputee Coalition is the nation’s leading organization on limb loss, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for amputees and their families, improving patient care and preventing limb loss. With the generous support of the public, we are helping amputees live well with limb loss, raising awareness about limb loss prevention and ensuring amputees have a voice in matters affecting their ability to live full, thriving lives.

Brain Injury Association of Georgia

https://www.braininjurygeorgia.org/

The Brain Injury Association of Georgia is comprised of survivors, family members, friends, and professionals who understand that the impact of a brain injury is on not only a survivor, but the family members and caregivers as well. We are committed to assisting the Georgia community of people with brain injury with available resources to help this difficult journey.

CHRIS 180

https://chris180.org/

CHRIS 180 helps children, young adults, and families through mental health counseling at the CHRIS Counseling Center; group homes for abused and neglected children in foster care; adoption services; a Drop-In Center for homeless young adults; permanent supportive housing program for single and parenting youth, ages 17-24, who are homeless or have aged out of the foster care system; in-home programs; and re-entry programs that work to strengthen families. CHRIS 180’s holistic approach enables children, youth and families to change the direction of their lives and become self-sufficient, contributing adults despite challenging circumstances.

Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation

https://www.christopherreeve.org/

We are dedicated to curing spinal cord injury by advancing innovative research and improving quality of life for individuals and families impacted by paralysis. We're here to help whenever you need support. Take advantage of our free resources. You can talk to our Information Specialists, connect with someone who understands through peer mentoring, find local resources, virtual support groups, and learn more about our Quality of Life grants.

Cure Violence Atlanta

https://chris180.org/cureviolence/

Cure Violence envisions a world without violence. Cure Violence is guided by a clear understanding that violence is a health issue, and that individuals and communities can change for the better, that community partners and strategic partnerships are keys to success and that rigorous, scientific, professional ways of working are essential for effectiveness. Cure Violence employs street and hospital level intervention techniques based on a public health approach. Cure Violence works by interrupting the transmission of retaliatory violence through mediation and conflict resolution techniques, facilitating behavior change by individuals identified as high-risk for committing violence through connections to resources and ongoing support, and organizing community members to change social norms towards a non-violent culture.

Georgia Legal Aid

https://www.georgialegalaid.org/

This resource provides free legal services to low-income individuals in civil matters throughout the state of Georgia. Visit this website to learn more about your rights as a trauma survivor and to see if you qualify for free assistance.

Grady Trauma Project

https://www.gradytraumaproject.com

The Grady Trauma Project is a group of investigators studying civilian trauma based at Grady Memorial Hospital and Emory University School of Medicine in Atlanta, Georgia. The project focuses on Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and the clinical and physiological implications of trauma exposure.

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Grady Trauma Recovery Center

https://www.gradyhealth.org/marcus-trauma-center/trauma-recovery-care/

From a lot of research, we know that someone is at a high risk of being injured again after a traumatic event. We also know that all the factors that may have put you at risk of being injured today will still be there when you leave the hospital. And most things that put you at risk aren’t entirely in your control or easy to change. Services are for patients 18 years or older who are DeKalb/Fulton county residents and have experienced any of the following within the last three years: Burns Domestic Violence Firearm Violence Human Sex Trafficking Sexual Assault Physical Assault Stabbing

Mercy Care

https://mercyatlanta.org/

Mercy Care offers comprehensive services that meet the majority of primary physical, mental health and wellness needs. Services are planned and delivered by a team that works together for your health. Everyone receives exceptional care, no matter your insurance or income status. On a daily basis, taking care of yourself is up to you, but we are here to help.