Jeff Parsons Applauds This Long-Standing Partnership at Central Maine Medical Center’s Trauma Center

In the past two years, many of us have gotten more comfortable with teleconferencing, whether that's through FaceTime, Zoom, Teams, or any of the other programs that became household names with the pandemic. You may have even had a telehealth appointment during this time.

I was impressed to learn that Central Maine Medical Center's Trauma Center has been using similar concepts and technology to collaborate with neurological experts at Massachusetts General Hospital in Boston for years. The doctors at Mass General can help consult and treat patients at Central Maine Medical Center from over 140 miles away.

Let's say you're taken to Central Maine Medical Center with a suspected stroke — not only do you have access to Central Maine's expert staff, but when seconds count, they can collaborate, 24-hours-a-day, with their counterparts in Boston. They can share medical records and imaging and work as a group to find the best treatment. This applies whether it's an emergency or part of your ongoing treatment. This partnership also is invaluable with seizures, sudden paralysis, and other neurological emergencies.

If you do need to be transferred to Mass General for specialized care, the communication already is in place to make your transfer as seamless as possible. All the way around, Central Main Medical Center's stroke care is "ranked in the top percentile nationwide by the American Heart Association and American Stroke Association," according to its website.

This is just a small part of the work at Central Maine's Trauma Center. No matter the day of the week or the time of the day, Central Maine Medical Center's Trauma Center is staffed with specially trained general and orthopedic surgeons, cardiologists and cardiothoracic surgeons, emergency medicine providers, and critical care providers. They have the knowledge, experience, and equipment to respond quickly and save lives when seconds count.

Whatever the emergency, you’ll always know you or your loved ones will be getting the best care, thanks to Central Maine's top staff and their longstanding partnership with Mass General. To learn more, visit the Trauma Center's website here.