American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST)

The American Association for the Surgery of Trauma (AAST) is a professional organization dedicated to improving trauma care through research, education, and advocacy. It brings together trauma surgeons, researchers, and healthcare providers to develop standards, share knowledge, and advance practices for treating serious injuries. The AAST also creates classification systems that help healthcare professionals assess injury severity, which guides treatment decisions and predicts patient outcomes. Overall, the organization plays a key role in enhancing the quality and consistency of trauma care to save lives and improve recovery for injured patients.