trauma centre

English

Alternative forms

• trauma center (US spelling)

Noun

trauma centre (plural trauma centres)

1. (UK) A specialized section of a hospital intended to treat suddenly occurring life-threatening injuries and medical conditions.
2. (Canada) A type of hospital with a highly capable trauma department.

Synonyms

(part of a hospital):

• trauma department / traumatology / trauma
• emergency room / emergency department / E.R.
• casualty / casualty department

Coordinate terms

(type of hospital):

• general hospital