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David Spain is a Professor of Acute Care Surgery at Stanford University with a focus on the clinical areas of critical care medicine, trauma surgery, and elective general surgery. His research primarily investigates clinical care assessments, stress responses, and PTSD related to trauma. As the former Chief of Trauma and Surgical Critical Care at Stanford from 2001 to 2023, he has significantly influenced the field. He served as editor for the textbook Scientific American's Critical Care Surgical Patient and has held various notable positions including Director of the General Surgery Residency Program. Spain has received multiple awards for his contributions to medicine and education, including the General Surgery Chief Residents Award and the Collins Teaching Award. He is board certified in General Surgery and Surgical Critical Care and completed his fellowship at the University of Louisville Hospital.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Led the trauma critical care unit and contributed to advancements in emergency surgical practices.
Stanford University • Stanford, California
Managed the residency program to train the next generation of surgeons.
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