State Trauma Advisory Council (STAC) Updates

Several STAC Positions Open for Appointment

The terms of several STAC members will be coming to an end in January. It's not too early to begin thinking about applying for one of these positions or encouraging someone you know to consider it.

The STAC typically meets as a full council four times each year to advise the Minnesota Commissioner of Health on matters related to improving trauma care across the state. Interested candidates must apply through the Minnesota Secretary of State website. The application period will be open until at least November 9 but may remain open longer until the positions are filled.

• Level 1 or 2 Trauma Program Manager: a trauma program nurse manager or coordinator practicing in a Level 1 or 2 trauma hospital.
• Emergency Medicine Physician: an emergency physician certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine whose practice includes emergency room care in a Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 trauma hospital.
• Pediatrician or Pediatric Surgeon: a physician certified in pediatric emergency medicine by the American Board of Pediatrics or certified in pediatric emergency medicine by the American Board of Emergency Medicine or certified by the American Osteopathic Board of Pediatrics whose practice primarily includes emergency department medical care in a Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 trauma hospital, or a surgeon certified in pediatric surgery by the American Board of Surgery whose practice involves the care of pediatric trauma patients in a trauma hospital.
• Rural EMS Attendant or Ambulance Director: an attendant or ambulance director who is an EMT, AEMT, or paramedic within the meaning of Minnesota Statutes, section 144E.001 and who actively practices with a licensed ambulance service in a primary service area located in a designated rural area as defined under Minnesota Statutes, section 144.1501, subdivision 1, paragraph (b).
• Rural Level 3 or 4 Family Medicine Emergency Physician: a physician certified by the American Board of Family Medicine or the American Osteopathic Board of Family Practice whose practice includes emergency department care in a Level 3 or 4 trauma hospital located in a designated rural area as defined under Minnesota Statutes, section 144.1501, subdivision 1, paragraph (b).
• Rehabilitation Specialist: a rehabilitation specialist whose practice includes rehabilitation of patients with major trauma injuries or traumatic brain injuries and spinal cord injuries as defined under Minnesota Statutes, section 144.661.
• Orthopedic Surgeon: an orthopedic surgeon certified by the American Board of Orthopedic Surgery or the American Osteopathic Board of Orthopedic Surgery whose practice includes trauma and who practices in a Level 1, 2, or 3 trauma hospital.

To apply for one of these positions, search for the Trauma Advisory Council's open positions on the Minnesota Secretary of State: Boards and Commissions website. To ensure consideration, submit your application by November 9, 2026.

For questions or further information, contact Maria Flor, Trauma System Coordinator at maria.flor@state.mn.us.