Trauma Care

Trauma isn’t just what happens at the scene of the accident or in the critical moments you spend in the emergency room. Our comprehensive trauma team becomes your co-pilot through your healing journey, from the time of your injury until you return to your life.

Trauma care team members

Why choose North Memorial Health?

North – Robbinsdale Hospital is verified as a Level I Adult Trauma Center and North – Maple Grove Hospital is a Level IV Trauma Center. The same Emergency Department providers work at both hospitals so we can easily collaborate and coordinate your care.

Kirk's family

Kirk was involved in a traumatic diving accident and required critical care fast. After being airlifted to North – Robbinsdale Hospital, the trauma team’s expertise and coordinated response ensured Kirk received the acute care he needed.

Kirk's story

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See what our patients have to say

“I am awestruck by the mantra that must be going on at North – Robbinsdale Hospital. The care felt so genuine from the Trauma ICU and the Trauma floor, providers, and everyone we encountered.”
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“I can’t thank you enough for employing such a great Trauma Team and running such a fine hospital where we know we will receive the best care.”
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Care team

Our highly trained experts empower you with the knowledge and the support you need to get the healthcare you want.

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Virgie Wolfe

Virgie Wolfe, MSN, RN, ACNPC-AG

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I partner with individuals to address the physical, emotional and social dimensions of their health.
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Kamrun Jenabzadeh

Kamrun Jenabzadeh, MD, FACS

General Surgery
I strive to take a compassionate surgical approach to the total care of the patient.
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Jennifer Rickard, MD, MPH, FACS

Trauma, General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
I provide compassionate, customer-centered care.
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Matthew Kissner

Matthew K. Kissner, MD, FACS

General Surgery, Trauma
I am dedicated to providing an excellent care experience in the full range of general surgery.
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Casey Groskreutz

Casey Groskreutz, DNP, APRN, AGPCNP-BC

Orthopedics: Trauma & Joint
I believe in treating patients as a whole person, guided by compassion and clinical evidence.
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Basem Marcos, MD, FACS

Trauma, General Surgery, Surgical Critical Care
My passion is to provide evidence-based, quality care across the communities I serve.
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Brooke A. Dokken, PA-C

Trauma
I strive to deliver the highest standard of collaborative care with respect, integrity, and compassion.
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Margaret Jacobson

Margaret Jacobson, PA-C

Trauma
You miss 100% of the shots you don’t take.
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Michaela West

Michaela A. West, MD, PhD, FACS, FCCM

General Surgery, Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I want all of my patients to receive the very best care possible.
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Melanie R. Smalley, MS APRN, CNP

Orthopedics: Trauma & Joint
I like being a calming and informative presence for my patients.
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Mel Thorson

Melissa AL Thorson, MS APRN, CCNS, CCRN

Trauma
I’m privileged to help patients and families navigate the health care system after unexpected injury.
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Taylor Collins

Taylor Collins, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I provide evidence-based, patient-centered care that respects each patient’s goals and enhances quality of life.
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Cassie Whitaker, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I strive to deliver exceptional care to my patients and their families.
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Emilie Ward, APRN, CNP

Emilie Ward, APRN, CNP

Trauma
I believe in delivering personalized care with compassion and respect.
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Caitlin Bennett Ward, MPH, PA-C

Caitlin Bennett Ward, MPH, PA-C

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I practice holistic, customer-centered, culturally sensitive, and evidence-based care.
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Benjamin Ranstrom, DNP, APRN

Trauma, Surgical Critical Care
I want to provide evidence-based, excellent care to my community.
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