Mary Washington Hospital is the only
Level II Trauma Center in our region. This means our team is ready 24/7 to care for people with
serious injuries.
When every second matters, our trauma team is here. Surgeons and other
care experts are available around the clock to help patients get the care
they need. Our team includes specialists in emergency medicine, orthopedic
surgery, neurosurgery, anesthesiology, radiology, and critical care. We
use advanced tools and technology to care for patients with serious injuries.
Look closer. Excellence is here.
Mary Washington Hospital Trauma Services Team manages injuries that occur
from the following and more:
We provide comprehensive care, caring for you from initial injury through
to your recovery. In certain situations, Mary Washington Hospital Trauma
Center may need to send patients for specialized care when the injury
involves significant burns, or involves children with complex injuries.
We are a proud member of the Trauma Survivors Network.
Visit our TSN page.
Our Team of Trauma Experts
The trauma center team includes board-certified trauma surgeons who have
advanced training and certification in trauma and critical care. Our staff
also includes registered nurses and technicians specializing in trauma
injuries, radiologists, anesthesiologists, physical and occupational therapists,
respiratory therapists and specialists in neurosurgical, orthopedic, cardiac,
and related fields.
Our trauma team provides care in the following areas:
Emergency departments
Radiology
Operating rooms
Surgical Intensive Care Units
Laboratory
Physical therapy and rehabilitative medicine
Respiratory
Surgical sub-specialists and other medical disciplines
Trauma Injury and Prevention
Our goal is to help everyone establish healthy habits and routines that
promote safety and well-being. As part of this effort, we actively participate
in injury prevention programs across Fredericksburg, Stafford, and the
surrounding areas.
IMPACT Trauma Alliance at Mary Washington Hospital
At Mary Washington Hospital, we care deeply about your safety and well-being—both
inside and outside our walls. That’s why we’ve created the
IMPACT Trauma Alliance Team (IMPACT stands for
Integrated Management for the Prevention and Care of Trauma), a dedicated group of healthcare professionals working together to prevent
injuries and support our community.
What We Do
Our team brings together experts from across the hospital and the community—including
EMS, police, and healthcare providers—to deliver meaningful injury
prevention programs. Together, we aim to:
Reach more people with safety education and resources
Improve health outcomes through teamwork and shared knowledge
Offer hands-on programs that make a real difference
Programs We Offer
We provide a variety of free and educational services to help keep you
and your loved ones safe:
Patient Education- Information about gun safety, distracted driving, water safety, bus safety and more
Why It Matters
Mary Washington Hospital is the only trauma center serving our large and
diverse region. We saw a need for a more coordinated approach to injury
prevention—and we’re answering that call. Led by Amy Cantwell,
Trauma Education and Outreach Specialist, the IMPACT Team is here to provide
inclusive, preventive care through education, collaboration, and direct
community engagement. Learn more and arrange for training by contacting
Amy at Amy.Cantwell@mwhc.com.
Trauma Staff
Trauma Physicians
Corey Wright, MDTrauma Medical DirectorView Profile
Aparna Kolli, MDDivision Chair, General SurgeryView Profile
Avinash Narayana, DOChair of Robotic SurgeryView Profile
Regional emergency medical services (EMS) partnerships for pre-hospital
trauma care include Rappahannock EMS (REMS), air flight medical companies,
area fire and safety agencies, and state and local law enforcement. These
strategic partnerships play vital roles in supporting the infrastructure
for our trauma center.
Dave has over 20 years of experience in EMS and firefighting, starting
his career by volunteering with the Dale City Volunteer Fire Department
from 1997 to 2000. He obtained his Emergency Medical Technician in 2004
and National Registry and Virginia Paramedic in 2013. He retired from
Prince William County Fire and Rescue in 2022 and worked at the Mary Washington
Hospital ED before transitioning to the ED at Harrison Crossing.
