Emergency Medical Services & Injury Prevention Systems Branch

 

 

 

Hawai’i Trauma System Overview

In 2006, the State of Hawai‘i established a dedicated Trauma System Special Fund through the passage of Hawai‘i Revised Statute (HRS) §321-22.5, laying the foundation for a coordinated, statewide approach to trauma care.

Governance

The trauma system is overseen by the Emergency Medical Services and Injury Prevention Systems Branch (EMSIPSB), which is responsible for managing and coordinating trauma services across the state in collaboration with hospitals, providers, and partners.

Mission

To reduce the burden of trauma in Hawai’i through collaborative programs of injury prevention, optimal treatment, research, and education.

Vision

To ensure all trauma patients within the State of Hawai’i receive quality comprehensive trauma care aligned with national trauma standards.

Important Resources:

Trauma System Subspecialty Resources / Hospital Emergency Capabilities Submission Form

Air Medical/Aeromedical Event Reporting Form

Trauma Registry Resources

2026 Trauma Data Collection – Trauma Registry Configuration 12/23/2025 and 12/29/2025 Meeting Slides

2026 Trauma Data Collection – Trauma Registry Configuration 12/23/2025 and 12/29/2025 Meeting Recording 

2026 National Trauma Data Standard Data Dictionary

2026 State of Hawaii Trauma Registry Validation Guide

2026 ESO Patient Registry Compliance Resource NTDS – TQIP – ITDX

2026 Trauma Registry Configuration 01/12/2026 Follow-Up Meeting Slides