Doctors Hospital of Augusta (122)

Doctors Hospital is a proud member of the Trauma Survivors Network and institutional member of the American Trauma Society.  Our membership with the trauma survivor network provides our patients additional support and resources. A full service, 354-bed acute care hospital where we provide personalized care and are committed to the care and improvement of human life. As an ACS verified Level II Trauma Center, provider of robotic surgery, advanced orthopedic procedures, emergency care, and women’s services, we offer expert physicians whom our patients can rely on, committed to excellent outcomes in a safe environment

‌‌As the home of the largest burn center in the United States, the Joseph M. Still Burn Center, we provide complex and comprehensive burn and wound care for more than 3,000 patients from across the country each year.

What are your next steps?

You can become a member of the TSN for FREE and receive quarterly TSN Newsletters and updates.

To join TSN, click here: https://www.traumasurvivorsnetwork.org/subscribe/

TSN Coordinator

Ongoing – The NextSteps Program is a free 6-week self management course designed to recognize that YOU play the most important role in your recovery based on principles of self-management. It uses techniques that have been scientifically proven to increase one’s self confidence and sense of empowerment. NextSteps teaches you the skills to become an active self manager of your health and your life. Learn more here.

Community Resources

Alcoholics Anonymous

www.aa.org – Alcoholics Anonymous provides support and resources for people who struggle with a drinking problem or substance abuse. Confidential group meetings are available throughout the United States and Canada. Use the online locator to find the group and times that meet nearest you.

National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

suicidepreventionlifeline.org – The National Suicide Prevention Lifeline is a 24-hour, toll free, confidential suicide prevention hotline available to anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Your call is routed to the nearest crisis center in the national network of more than 150 crisis centersd. Far assistance, call 1-800-273-TALK (8255). The crisis text line is: 741741.

American Trauma Society

www.amtrauma.org – The American Trauma Society is dedicated to the elimination of needless death and disability from injury. Toll Free: 800-556-7890

Anxiety and Depression Association of America

https://adaa.org/ – The Anxiety and Depression Association of America (ADAA) is dedicated to the prevention, treatment and cure of anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive and trauma – related disorders through education, practice and research.

Brain Injury Association of America

https://www.biausa.org/ – The Brain Injury Association of America (BIAA) works to advance awareness, research, treatment and education to improve the quality of life for adults and children affected by brain injury.

National Center for PTSD

https://www.ptsd.va.gov/ – The National Center for PTSD offers national resources for trauma survivors and families, which includes information about PTSD, resources. This includes resources such as PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals.

National Human Trafficking Hotline

https://humantraffickinghotline.org – Human Trafficking is a crime in which traffickers use force, fraud or coercion to control victims for the purpose of engaging in sex acts or labor services against his/her will. If you or someone you know are a victim of Human Trafficking, contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline at 1-888-373-7888 or visit this website.