Trauma Care

Trauma isn’t just what happens at the scene of the accident or in the critical moments you spend in the emergency room. Our comprehensive trauma team becomes your co-pilot through your healing journey, from the time of your injury until you return to your life.

North Memorial Health - Robbinsdale Hospital

Trauma care overview

North Memorial Health offers seamless, systemwide care, no matter the injury or the way you arrive in our hospitals. We have the resources and a solid system in place to give you the fastest care, in the right place, at the right time.

Trauma care team members

Why choose North Memorial Health?

North – Robbinsdale Hospital is verified as a Level I Adult Trauma Center and North – Maple Grove Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center. The same Emergency Department providers work at both hospitals so we can easily collaborate and coordinate your care no matter where you go.

Kirk's family

Kirk’s story

Kirk was involved in a traumatic diving accident and required critical care fast. After being airlifted to North – Robbinsdale Hospital, the trauma team’s expertise and coordinated response ensured Kirk received the acute care he needed.

Groups and classes

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STOP THE BLEED®

North Memorial Health – Robbinsdale Hospital 3300 Oakdale Ave N

Join us to practice bleeding control techniques led by experts from North – Robbinsdale Hospital Level 1 Trauma Center.

See what our patients have to say

“I am awestruck by the mantra that must be going on at North – Robbinsdale Hospital. The care felt so genuine from the Trauma ICU and the Trauma floor, providers, and everyone we encountered.”
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“I can’t thank you enough for employing such a great Trauma Team and running such a fine hospital where we know we will receive the best care.”
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Care team

Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.

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Mel Thorson

Melissa AL Thorson, MS APRN, CCNS, CCRN

Trauma
I’m privileged to help patients and families navigate the health care system after unexpected injury.
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Michaela McLain, APRN, ACNPC-AG, DNP

Plastic Surgery, Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I treat the patient holistically, considering their overall wellbeing when approaching their care.
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Jonathan Gipson, MD, FACS

Trauma, Acute Care, General Surgery and Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery
I aim to step in and intervene in my patients’ moments of greatest need to restore their health.
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Jennifer Deisler, APRN, CNP

Trauma
I believe in empowering patients and their families in their healthcare.
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Hannah Gross

Hannah Gross, APRN, CNP

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I believe that healing begins when the patient feels like they have been listened to.
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Allison Key

Allison Key, PA-C

Trauma
I strive to provide personalized, compassionate care, honoring individual goals for treatment and quality-of-life.
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Todd Costantini

Todd W. Costantini, MD, FACS

Trauma, General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
I am committed to providing evidence-based, patient-centered care.
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Brooke A. Dokken, PA-C

Trauma
I strive to deliver the highest standard of collaborative care with respect, integrity, and compassion.
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Sarah Lippert, MD, FACS

General Surgery, Bariatric Weight Loss Surgery, Trauma
I enjoy being able to help people every day.
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Hagen Nelson

Hagen R. Nelson, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
My goal is to provide care that is focused and tailored to each individual patient.
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Matthew K. Kissner, MD, FACS

General Surgery, Trauma
I am dedicated to providing an excellent care experience in the full range of general surgery.
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Benjamin Ranstrom, DNP, APRN

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I want to provide evidence-based, excellent care to my community.
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Ehren Rudolph, MD, PhD

Trauma, General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
I strive to provide compassionate care for my customers through the most current and evidence-based surgical practices.
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Emilie Ward, APRN, CNP

Emilie Ward, APRN, CNP

Trauma
I believe in delivering personalized care with compassion and respect.
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Taylor Collins

Taylor Collins, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I provide evidence-based, patient-centered care that respects each patient’s goals and enhances quality of life.
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Caitlin Bennett Ward, MPH, PA-C

Caitlin Bennett Ward, MPH, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I practice holistic, customer-centered, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based care.
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