About the Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery & Surgical Critical Care

The Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery and Surgical Critical Care offers general emergency surgery for all types of traumatic and non-traumatic injuries.

Treatments & Services

We provide treatment for those in need of emergency surgery, surgical critical care and treatment of trauma injuries.

Our Research

Research at the Trauma Research Laboratory targets critical aspects of early trauma care, focusing on clearly defined high-impact goals.

Education & Training

We offer several educational opportunities for those seeking fellowships and continuing medical education.

Support Us

When you support the Division of Trauma, Emergency Surgery and Surgical Critical Care, you help us to ensure that we continue to bring state-of-the-art care to patients.

Alejandro was a remarkable patient—so remarkable that we were encouraged and inspired by him every day. When he first started walking around the ICU after surgery, he gave a thumbs up with each step he took.

Noelle N. Saillant, MD
Trauma Surgeon

#1 Research Hospital in America

Mass General is recognized as a top hospital on the U.S. News Best Hospitals Honor Roll for 2023-2024.

Mass General Trauma Center

The Mass General Trauma Center is verified as a major referral center in New England.

Injury Prevention & Outreach Program

This program strives to prevent injuries to children and adults, and advocates for policies to improve the health and safety of our communities.