A trauma patient's chances of survival increase dramatically if he or she receives care within the "golden hour" immediately following injury. Rapid response by emergency medical technicians in ground and air ambulances is critical. So is the distance to the nearest trauma center - a special hospital facility with the resources and medical specialists to handle the most severe injuries.
Click on your county below to see if you and your family can reach a trauma facility within the golden hour. The golden hour is defined here as within 50 miles of a trauma center.
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Note: Distances are estimates and DO NOT account for traffic delays.This map shows the distance from 13 trauma centers in Georgia. While shown on the map, two pediatric trauma centers in Atlanta, Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Egleston and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta - Scottish Rite, are not included in the distance estimates as they serve only children.
