Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation

04/17/2026

PTSF is proud to congratulate Kristen Chreiman, Trauma Program Manager at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center, as she begins her role as President of the Society of Trauma Nurses today. Kristen is a valued member of our trauma community and we look forward to seeing the impact she'll make in this new role. Congratulations, Kristen!

04/15/2026

𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞!
𝐏𝐀 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐢𝐬 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡!
Join us as we celebrate trauma registry professionals across the Commonwealth and recognize the vital work they do every day. More details coming soon!

Kick off the celebration by sharing a message on our virtual recognition board: https://padlet.com/ldiehl8/pa-trauma-registrar-day-shout-outs-28my4k8jhqt63nul

03/31/2026

𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 𝐢𝐧 𝐀𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐨𝐥 𝐇𝐢𝐥𝐥

PTSF President, Amy Kempinski, recently traveled to Washington, D.C. to proudly represent the Trauma Center Association of America (TCAA) and the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF) during Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill.

She met with three Representatives and two Senate offices to champion continued federal support for Mission Zero, advocating for the full $11.5 million appropriations needed to sustain this critical program. Mission Zero helps fund integration of military medical teams within civilian trauma centers—ensuring shared expertise, strengthened preparedness, and the highest quality care for our service members before, during, and after combat operations.

In addition, she voiced support for the Improving Trauma Systems and Emergency Care Act, vital legislation that works to ensure individuals suffering traumatic injury receive timely, coordinated, and effective emergency care.

A sincere thank‑you to Senator McCormick, Representative Dean, and Representative Smucker for their time and commitment to making trauma care a priority for Pennsylvania.

We are proud of her efforts and grateful for her leadership in advancing policies that strengthen trauma systems and save lives.

03/24/2026

The PTSF team just wrapped up our annual employee retreat — and what a 3 days it was!

From cheering on the Hershey Bears to rolling up our sleeves in a cooking class and making our own dinner together, we packed in laughs, great conversations, and some serious team building along the way.

These moments matter. When we step away from our desks and invest in each other as people — not just colleagues — we come back sharper, more connected, and better equipped to serve. A strong team doesn't happen by accident. It's built.

Grateful for every single person who makes PTSF what it is. Here's to another great year ahead!

03/16/2026

🚨 Save the Date! 🚨

PTSF is proud to host our annual Trauma Symposium on October 22 & 23, 2026, at the Sheraton Harrisburg-Hershey Hotel

Join hundreds of trauma professionals from across the state to share trends in trauma care, explore the latest research, and connect with fellow program leaders.

With 300+ attendees in 2025, 2026 is shaping up to be even better. More details coming soon!

Mark your calendars and stay tuned for registration details. We can't wait to see you there!

03/09/2026

We are pleased to announce that Kaitlin Maletsky, M.Ed., BSN, RN has joined the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation (PTSF) as a Manager of Accreditation.

Kaitlin brings a strong background in trauma care, program development, and community injury prevention. She earned her Master of Education from Lehigh University and her Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Moravian University.

Kaitlin began her career as an Emergency Department nurse at a Level I Trauma Center, where she gained extensive experience caring for high-acuity trauma patients. She later served as a Trauma Program Coordinator, playing a pivotal role in launching and developing a Level IV Trauma Program. In that role, she supported performance improvement initiatives, survey readiness, and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

Kaitlin is also deeply committed to injury prevention and community education. She has led outreach programs including Think First Fall Prevention and Stop the Bleed, expanding public safety efforts and strengthening community impact.

In her new role at PTSF, Kaitlin will support trauma centers across Pennsylvania in achieving and sustaining excellence in trauma care.

Please join us in welcoming Kaitlin to the PTSF team!

03/02/2026

𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬.

When Act 209 was signed into law in December 1984, it laid the groundwork for something the Commonwealth had never had before: a structured, accredited trauma system. Act 45 followed in 1985, and from there, the network grew steadily — one accredited program at a time.

Today, 60 trauma programs across Pennsylvania stand ready to deliver life-saving care to patients when every second counts.
And we're not done building.

The next chapter of Pennsylvania trauma care: leveraging TraumaHQ and a forward-looking strategic plan to strengthen the system, improve outcomes, and build on 40 years of excellence.

Proud of how far we've come. Even more excited about where we're headed.

03/02/2026

𝐏𝐞𝐧𝐧𝐬𝐲𝐥𝐯𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐚'𝐬 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐮𝐦𝐚 𝐒𝐲𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦. 𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐬.

When Act 209 was signed into law in December 1984, it laid the groundwork for something the Commonwealth had never had before: a structured, accredited trauma system. Act 45 followed in 1985, and from there, the network grew steadily — one accredited program at a time.

Today, 60 trauma programs across Pennsylvania stand ready to deliver life-saving care to patients when every second counts.

And we're not done building.

The next chapter of Pennsylvania trauma care: leveraging TraumaHQ and a forward-looking strategic plan to strengthen the system, improve outcomes, and build on 40 years of excellence.

Proud of how far we've come. Even more excited about where we're headed.

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02/13/2026

Our offices will be closed on Monday, February 16, in observance of President's Day.

A day to reflect on leadership, service, and our shared commitment to building healthier, safer communities.

02/03/2026

30 days. One Chance. Protect the Trauma Workforce.

The Department of Education does not believe advanced medical degrees are worth the investment. Education is not a luxury item - it is essential to deliver high quality trauma care and ensure optimal outcomes for all injured patients. Act now. The proposed rule is now posted on the Federal Register for public comment, and only available for 30 days (ends March 2). We have one chance. Your Voice Matters. Join PTSF in advocating for accessible education and protecting the future multidisciplinary workforce critical to delivering trauma care. Click the link below to comment.

https://www.regulations.gov/commenton/ED-2025-OPE-0944-0001

01/16/2026

The Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation office will be closed on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

As we honor Dr. King's legacy, we reflect on our commitment to ensuring equitable access to quality trauma care for all Pennsylvanians.

01/05/2026

Congratulations to Rebecca Geyer, Director of Performance Improvement, for her appointment to the Board of Certification for Emergency Nursing’s (BCEN) Board of Directors! Comprised of distinguished nurse leaders with expertise in emergency, trauma, transport and burn nursing, BCEN’s Board of Directors oversees the organization’s strategic direction, including activities pertaining to the quality, content, development and maintenance of BCEN’s nursing specialty certification exams and the certification process.

BCEN proudly welcomes Rebecca Geyer and Pamela Vanderberg to the BCEN Board of Directors for the 2026-2027 term 🌟 Rebecca and Pamela will both serve as Members-at-Large on the board and we are thrilled to learn from them, grow with them, and benefit from their leadership.

Rebecca is the Director of Performance Improvement at Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania. She also serves as Chairperson of the TCRN ECRC and has spoken at a BCEN Learn Live conference and on student nursing conference panels as a highly engaged BCEN volunteer.

Pamela is Vice President, Trauma and Burn Services at GradyHealth Memorial Hospital in Atlanta, Georgia. She is deeply committed to advancing excellence in nursing across the emergency spectrum through board certification.

Rebecca and Pamela bring strategic vision, clinical and operational expertise, and a collaborative mindset to their roles on the BCEN Board of Directors. Please join us in extending them a warm welcome to the BCEN board!