Emergency & Trauma Care
"Where Every Minute Counts - 24/7 Emergency & Trauma Care Services"
- 24/7 Emergency Medical Services with Rapid Response
- Dedicated trauma center with specialized surgical teams available around the clock
The Importance of Emergency & Trauma Care
In medical emergencies, every second counts. If treatment is delayed, it could be the difference between life and death. At MM Hospital, Namakkal, we take pride in being the Best 24-hour Emergency Care Hospital, ensuring that patients receive immediate, life-saving treatment at any hour of the day or night.
Our Emergency and Trauma Care Centre features dedicated operation theatres for emergency surgeries and open injury management. With trauma anaesthetists, plastic surgery specialists, and orthopaedic consultants available 24/7, our unit provides immediate resuscitation and proper management for any significant injuries at any time.
From sudden heart attacks and severe trauma to strokes and respiratory failures, our emergency care team is always prepared to act swiftly. Our infrastructure and protocols are designed to minimize wait times and provide rapid medical intervention, ensuring the highest chances of survival and recovery.
The Golden Hour Principle
At MM Hospital, we operate with the golden hour principle—where rapid response within the first hour significantly improves survival chances and reduces complications. The first 60 minutes following a severe medical emergency are critical. Whether it is a cardiac arrest, stroke, or major trauma, immediate medical attention within this period can:
- Prevent irreversible damage to vital organs
- Improve patient recovery outcomes
- Reduce the risk of long-term disability
- Increase survival rates significantly
Emergency Care Services
Emergency medicine usually addresses issues that are non-life threatening but requires immediate attention and treatment such as broken bones, minor burns, or injuries that require stitches. But given its range, it also treats conditions that require immediate medical treatment such as a stroke or a heart attack. Doctors in emergency care typically carry out instantaneous assessment and treatment of patients that come with either serious or non-serious issues.
Conditions Treated Under Emergency Care
Typically, under emergency care, patients that come in with the following conditions might be treated:
- Broken bones
- Chest pains
- Burns
- Injuries that require stitches
- Loss of consciousness
- Severe abdominal pain
- Vomiting
- Diarrhoea
- Sprains
- Signs of a heart attack
- Signs of a stroke
- Severe allergic reactions
Emergency Surgical Procedures
At MM Hospital, we have a team of specialized surgeons who perform certain emergency procedures at critical moments, including:
- Perforation
- Appendicitis
- Cholecystitis
- Intestinal obstruction
- Emergency C-sections
- Internal bleeding control
- Emergency orthopedic surgeries for fractures and injuries
Trauma Care Services
Trauma care refers to treating patients with serious medical trauma, which can be defined as serious trauma caused by external forces that severely impact the body resulting in severe pain, injury, serious illness, and damage to critical areas of your body such as your heart and brain.
Our trauma surgeons are qualified to quickly diagnose and treat emergency trauma conditions. Trauma surgery requires an extensive and vast knowledge of surgical procedures for treating and managing different types of medical trauma. The expertise of a trauma surgeon can help you pull through a critical injury or acute illness.
Conditions Treated Under Trauma Care
Our trauma care team specializes in treating life-threatening injuries and conditions, including:
- People with injuries from traumatic car crashes
- Traumatic brain injuries
- Blunt force trauma
- Serious burns
- Serious falls
- Bone fractures
- Multiple organ injuries
First Aid for Trauma: Do's and Don'ts
In case of fractures or spine injuries, here are some important do's and don'ts to remember:
Do's
- Keep Calm: In an emergency, maintaining composure is essential.
- Call for Help: Dial emergency services immediately.
- Immobilize the Patient: Prevent movement of the injured area.
- Check for Breathing: Ensure the person is breathing properly.
- Control Bleeding: Apply direct pressure to wounds.
- Keep the Patient Warm: Cover with a blanket to maintain body temperature.
- Support the Head and Neck: If spine injury is suspected.
Don'ts
- Do Not Move the Person: Avoid moving if spine injury is suspected.
- Do Not Attempt to Realign Fractures: This can cause more harm.
- Do Not Give Food or Drink: Especially if surgery is likely.
- Do Not Ignore Symptoms: Seek professional medical attention promptly.
- Do Not Remove Embedded Objects: Leave this to medical professionals.
- Do Not Apply Direct Pressure to Head Injuries: This can worsen the condition.
How MM Hospital Saves Critical Minutes
Our emergency and trauma care systems are designed to provide the fastest possible response and treatment:
Our emergency department is always prepared to handle any situation. We have a team of expert doctors, nurses and paramedics trained to act quickly in life-threatening conditions such as cardiac arrests, strokes, traumatic injuries and respiratory failures. Our staff undergoes regular emergency drills to ensure they respond with precision and speed.
Key Features:
- Round-the-clock availability of emergency specialists
- Highly skilled trauma care team
- Continuous training programs for medical staff
- Seamless coordination with other hospital departments
- Dedicated triage system to prioritize critical cases
Medical emergencies often begin before the patient reaches the hospital. Our fully equipped ambulances serve as mobile emergency units with:
- Ventilators, defibrillators, and oxygen support
- Trained paramedics and emergency technicians
- GPS tracking for the fastest route to the hospital
- Real-time communication with emergency doctors for pre-hospital guidance
By initiating critical care even before arrival, we ensure that patients get the best chance of survival.
Time is critical in emergencies, and accurate, fast diagnosis is key. The most advanced diagnostic equipment at our hospital includes:
- CT Scans and MRIs for stroke and trauma cases
- Ultrasound and X-ray machines for quick imaging
- 24/7 laboratory services for instant blood tests and results
- Automated triage systems to expedite critical case handling
By utilizing high-speed imaging and laboratory services, we eliminate delays and expedite treatment decisions.
At MM Hospital, we follow specialized emergency protocols, including:
- Heart Attack Care: Our emergency cardiac response team administers clot-busting medications and performs emergency angioplasty to restore blood flow quickly.
- Stroke Care: Immediate thrombolysis treatment is provided to stroke patients to prevent long-term disability.
- Trauma Care: Our trauma specialists and orthopedic surgeons work together for immediate surgical interventions.
- Poisoning and Drug Overdose: Our toxicology experts provide urgent detoxification and life support.
- Pediatric Emergency Care: Specialized treatment for critical conditions in children.
- Severe Allergic Reactions: Rapid administration of life-saving medication such as epinephrine for anaphylaxis.
Our structured emergency care protocols ensure that every patient receives the most effective treatment without unnecessary delays.
A well-coordinated team can save precious minutes. Our emergency department, ICU and surgical teams work in perfect sync to ensure:
- Instant patient transfer between critical departments
- Rapid decision-making for emergency procedures
- Immediate access to life-saving equipment and medications
- Dedicated emergency helpline for seamless patient admissions
- Round-the-clock blood bank availability for critical surgeries and trauma cases
- Operation theaters always on standby for emergency surgeries
Real-Life Success Stories
Our emergency and trauma care team has helped countless patients through critical situations:
Case 1: Cardiac Emergency
Mrs. Parvathi arrived at our hospital with breathing difficulties and chest pain. An ECG confirmed a myocardial infarction (MI), leading to immediate thrombolysis followed by an angiogram. The results indicated Triple Vessel Disease (TVD), necessitating a consultation with a Cardiothoracic and Vascular Surgery (CTVS) team. She subsequently underwent a successful Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting (CABG) procedure. After five days of post-operative care in the ICU, she was transferred to the ward for further recovery and was later discharged in stable condition.
Case 2: Neurological Emergency
Prem Kumar, a 34-year-old male, presented with weakness in the left upper and lower limbs. A CT scan confirmed acute subdural hemorrhage (SDH) and subarachnoid hemorrhage (SAH). The patient experienced two seizures despite being under observation. Due to the risk of aspiration, intubation was performed. After three days, the patient was extubated and remained in the ICU until the fifth day. During this period, his weakness improved, regaining full muscle power (5/5), and his antiplatelet levels normalized. Once stabilized, he was transferred to the ward and subsequently discharged.
Our Emergency & Trauma Specialists
Our team of experienced emergency physicians and trauma surgeons is dedicated to providing life-saving care.