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According to the ACS-COT (2014), it is the role of the TPM to, “have an active involvement in research projects and the analysis and distribution of findings.  Facilitate protocol design for accurate data collection, feedback, and analysis” (p. 43).

Involvement in research will look very different at each verified level of trauma. At the large level I ACS verified facilities in Iowa, research is being conducted and a direct involvement is available to those TPMs.  At small level IV facilities, this looks like participation in the state trauma registry.  The TPM at these small facilities may also look into doing their own research, but should reach out to their partners at larger facilities in the state for guidance.  Some important resources in this state include:

The University of Iowa Injury Prevention and Research Center - https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/iprc/  or https://www.public-health.uiowa.edu/iprc/resources/burden-of-injury-in-ia/

The BETS Statistical Research Analyst, under guidance from the System Evaluation and Quality Improvement Sub-committee (SEQIS) of the Trauma System Advisory Council (TSAC), distributes a report of trauma care facility performance indicators quarterly. The use of these performance indicators can help to guide performance improvement and research efforts at the trauma care facility. Here are some more resources to help guide you towards creating a high quality research project:

Please contact the State Trauma Program Administrators for any additional information or access to resources.