THE SCOTTISH TRAUMA NETWORK

Welcome to our site, everything about who we are and what we do.

Connecting Trauma Care

A bespoke Scottish solution, operating across traditional specialty and geographical boundaries

SAVING LIVES. GIVING LIFE BACK

Improving patient pathways throughout the trauma network

Developing The Workforce

Supporting learning needs, identifying career pathways and enhancing workforce planning

About the Network

Learn more about our mission, governance and the purpose of the network.

Data & Audit

Take a look at Scottish Trauma Audit Group reports and how the STN is performing across the country.

Network Regions and Scottish Ambulance Service

Key contacts and regional specific details as well as local news for trauma care in your area.

News from the network

Latest updates in trauma care from around Scotland

Join us at the British Trauma Society ASM this November

19/08/2025 | STN Event

We’re excited to share details of the upcoming British Trauma Society Annual Scientific Meeting 2025, taking place on 19–20 November at the University of Edinburgh. The programme brings together leading specialists, surgeons, and healthcare professionals from across the UK and beyond. Hosted in collaboration with the Scottish Trauma Network, the conference will showcase cutting-edge research, innovative techniques, and the latest […]

Successful Perioperative Careers Showcase Event in Scotland featuring staff from MTC Ninewells

13/08/2025 | Education

A recent and successful event “Virtual Perioperative Careers Showcase” held on the 3rd of June, attracted over 60 attendees eager to learn about career opportunities in the perioperative space across Scotland. The day began with an inspiring welcome from Anne Armstrong, Interim Chief Nursing Officer for Scotland, setting the stage for a dynamic and […]

Major Trauma CPD for Ambulance Clinicians

20/05/2025 | Prehospital

The Scottish Ambulance Service (SAS) Major Trauma Team have compiled a major trauma CPD session aimed at paramedics and technicians. Sessions are presented as both face-to-face training and as an online course, with the aim of reaching as many ambulance clinicians as possible. Consultant Paramedic for Major Trauma, Martin Esposito said, “Our paramedics and […]

More News from the Network

Lorraine Kelly, OBE

“The NHS in Scotland provides a fantastic service to thousands of patients who are seriously injured each year and the addition of these new trauma centres shows the commitment to enhancing and improving that service.

The dedicated Major Trauma Centres will build upon the existing trauma services across Scotland and these together with the Scottish Ambulance Service and surrounding units will help to deliver a world-class standard of care for people throughout the country. This will help to ensure that patients receive the best possible care, right from before they reach hospital through to their rehabilitation, helping them to recover more quickly and support them in returning to full health.”