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Trauma designation reviewer resources

The state of Colorado contracts with experts in trauma care to perform trauma designation reviews. Those interested in becoming a reviewer must meet the requirements below and submit a reviewer application form. Reviewers may email requests for upcoming reviews to norma.pelegrin@state.co.us. Refer to the designation review schedule below.

Observe a review

New reviewers are encouraged to shadow an upcoming trauma review by emailing norma.pelegrin@state.co.us.

Reviewer requirements

The reviewer roles and criteria listed below are the minimum requirements to become an approved trauma designation reviewer. 

Surgical Physician Reviewer

  • Current board-certification in the specialty you represent
  • Active physician license with no disciplinary or board actions on file
  • Active practice in trauma care and trauma center operations

Emergency Medicine Physician Reviewer

  • Current board-certification in emergency medicine 
  • Active physician license with no disciplinary or board actions on file
  • Active practice in trauma care and trauma center operations

Trauma Nurse Reviewer

  • Clinical experience as a trauma nurse coordinator or trauma program manager 
  • Active registered nurse license with no disciplinary or board actions on file
  • Active practice in trauma care and trauma center operations