On June 11, 2021, Shyann Cole, a 24-year-old mother, suffered traumatic injuries as a result of a motor vehicle accident in Centerview, Mo. Her injuries included liver and kidney lacerations, among others.
She was transported by EMS from the scene to Research Medical Center’s Level 1 Trauma Center and immediately taken to the OR where she received blood transfusions and surgery was performed for her abdominal and spine injuries.
After spending three weeks in ICU, Cole was transferred to the inpatient rehab unit at RMC for an additional week until she was discharged on July 7, 2021.
In May 2022, Shyann and her family were guests at Research Medical Center’s annual Great Save Event where she got to reunite with her EMS and RMC care teams; she was doing well and has no residual effects from her injuries.
“The amount of gratitude I have, I can’t even explain it,” her mother said. “There isn’t an amount of gratitude I can give you. This is my daughter and this is her life. They saved her life. For that, I am forever grateful.”
Speaking to the importance of patients like Shyann returning for the annual Great Save Event, Research Medical Center Level I Trauma Medical Director Mark Lieser, M.D., Board-certified in general surgery, said, “our trauma and emergency teams have the privilege of partnering with EMS crews and First Responders who represent some of healthcare’s most skilled professionals. Their pre-hospital care and compassionate spirit are nothing short of heroic.”
“This Great Save allows us to recognize the remarkable, collaborative efforts made each day in delivering high-quality, compassionate healthcare to patients like Shyann,” says Research Medical Center Chief Executive Officer Ashley McClellan, FACHE. “Patients suffering from trauma due to vehicular accidents come to us under very different circumstances, so it’s important to us to gather their families and reunite them with their care teams. Research Medical Center is fortunate to be part of an exceptional and dedicated team of EMS professionals, First Responders and others who are committed to working tirelessly to save lives.”
Research Medical Center’s Level I Trauma Center is ACS-verified and designated by the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services and is part of HCA Midwest Health — Kansas City’s leading healthcare provider.