From promoting injury prevention to providing lifesaving care to supporting trauma survivors and their loved ones – we are here for you.
At the Trauma Center at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island, our team provides the highest level of care, including diagnosis, surgical intervention, treatment, and rehabilitation. Your treatment begins with our emergency medical service providers who provide care at the scene of your injury and during transport. When you arrive at our center, you are cared for by our team of specialists that includes trauma surgeons, neurosurgeons, orthopedic surgeons, emergency medicine physicians, anesthesiologists, physician assistants, trauma nurses, radiology specialists, respiratory therapists, and rehabilitation experts.
Level 1 Trauma Center
As a state-designated Level 1 Trauma Center, verified by the American College of Surgeons, our trauma and critical care surgeons, along with medical specialists, are available anytime, day or night. Our team provides treatment for the most serious injuries, including motor vehicle collisions, falls, accidents, and other life-threatening traumas. Our facility is equipped with the full range of adult trauma resources, and we are also able to assess pediatric injuries. Located within the Emergency Department at NYU Langone Hospital—Long Island , our team is able to deliver all types of immediate surgical care, including neurosurgery and orthopedic surgery. Our trauma facility is a dedicated space that includes a resuscitation unit with operating room capabilities and the most advanced life-support technology.
TSN Coordinator
Upcoming Programs & Events
TSN Virtual Support Group for Trauma Survivors
2nd Wednesday of each month | 3:30 – 5:00pm ET
4th Wednesday of each month | 5:30 – 7:00pm ET
Free 90-minute online groups to support survivors of physical injury.
Brain Injury Association of New York State – Long Island Support Group (Virtual)
3rd Wednesday of each month | 6:00 -7:30pm ET
Long Island Support Group (Virtual)
Brain Injury Association of New York State – Caregivers Brain Injury Support Group (Virtual)
2nd Tuesday of each month | 1:00 – 2:30pm ET
Caregivers Brain Injury Support Group (Virtual)
Co-facilitated by Kelly Hindes (BIANYS) and Manny Pelligra (Caregiver) 607-283-2163
Brain Injury Association of New York State – Evening Caregivers Brain Injury Support Group (Virtual)
1st Thursday of each month | 6:00 – 7:30pm ET
Evening Caregivers Brain Injury Support Group (Virtual)
Community Resources
Brain Injury Association of New York State
518-459-7911 Local
1-800-444-6443 Brain Injury Information
Email: [email protected]
(24/7 Hotline) 516-542-0404
The hotline provides information, support, and immediate help. Hotline counselors are specially trained in domestic/dating abuse, rape/sexual assault, and crisis intervention. They can support you through your current situation, help you with safety needs and safety planning, and give you information about your options and how to use them.
The Tri-State Advocacy Project is composed of advocates who have personally faced the challenges of having a family member with a catastrophic injury. They help families navigate the process of working with health insurance, applying for government benefits, and seeking out other community resources.
United Spinal Cord Association – NYC Chapter
NYC Spinal is the NYC Chapter of United Spinal Association. We serve people living with spinal cord injury or disease throughout the Greater New York City area, including Long Island and New Jersey.
American Chronic Pain Association
Since 1980, the ACPA has offered peer support and education in pain management skills to people with pain, family and friends, and health care professionals. The information and tools on this site can help you to better understand your pain and work more effectively with your health care team toward a higher quality of life.
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention
Mission: Save Lives and Bring Hope to Those Affected by Suicide. Established in 1987, the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) is a voluntary health organization that gives those affected by suicide a nationwide community empowered by research, education and advocacy to take action against this leading cause of death.
Americans with Disabilities Act
The ADA website provides information and technical assistance regarding the Americans with Disabilities Act.
1-800-514-0301 (voice)
1-800-514-0383 (TTY)
The mission of AMPOWER is to empower and strengthen those affected by amputation or limb difference through peer mentorship, educational resources, and community events.
Amputee Coalition- Support & Peer Groups
Leadership Camp for 18 and 19 year olds to prepare them for careers and their future. They just moved to Greenville, TN but were able to host a virtual experience for campers.
Amputee Coalition-Support & Peer Groups https://www.amputee-coalition.org/support-groups-peer-support/support-group-network/
The Amputee Coalition aims to reach out to and empower people affected by limb loss to achieve their full potential through education, support and advocacy, and to promote limb loss prevention. They offer over 400 support groups and over 1,500 peer visitors across the country, peer support offers the emotional support, encouragement and information vital for a full recovery.
Anxiety and Depression Association of America
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. It helps people understand the disorders and educates them about scientifically supported treatments so they can make informed decisions. It also supports professionals who provide treatment and conduct research. Click the link above to learn how ADAA could help you or your family.
Brainline provides information and education about Brain Injury and PTSD for both adult and pediatric populations.
To contact them directly, e-mail: [email protected] or call 703.998.2020.
Head Injury Association is a not-for-profit organization committed to increasing public awareness of the effects of Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities (I/DD).
The Family Caregiver Alliance addresses the needs of family and friends providing long-term care for loved ones at home. It provides support, information, and tools to manage the complex demands of caregiving. These include online support and resources, navigators to help locate support services by state, and the National Center on Caregiving which unites research, policy, and practice to develop cost-effective programs for caregivers. Click the link to find out more about how FCA could help you or your family.
The National Center for PTSD offers national resources for trauma survivors and families, which includes information about PTSD, resources such as the PTSD Coach Online, and videos from other survivors and professionals.
National Center for Victims of Crime
Find local assistance, learn about crime and its effects, and browse resources to help victims rebuild their lives.
Rehabilitation Services Administration
Our mission — to provide leadership and resources to assist state and other agencies in providing vocational rehabilitation (VR) and other services to individuals with disabilities to maximize their employment, independence and integration into the community and the competitive labor market.
United Spinal Association is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life of all people living with spinal cord injuries and disorders (SCI/D), including veterans, and providing support and information to loved ones, care providers, and professionals. Its goal is to provide people living with SCI/D with active lifestyle information, peer support, advocacy, and services that maximize their independence and enable them to remain active in their communities. Visit the website for more information.