Dr. Ray Fang

Biography

Ray Fang, M.D., is an academic surgeon specializing in Surgical Critical Care and Trauma Surgery at Johns Hopkins University. He serves as the Trauma Medical Director at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center. His clinical expertise encompasses trauma surgery, surgical critical care, and military medicine, emphasizing patient transport and evacuation. With 22 years of experience as a wartime trauma surgeon in the United States Air Force, Dr. Fang has significantly contributed to the care of wounded warriors and the development of trauma systems. He has held various leadership roles, including chief of the Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Trauma Program and Director of the USAF Center for Sustainment of Trauma Readiness Skills. Dr. Fang's research focuses on the initial resuscitation of injured patients, managing traumatic brain injuries, and trauma system development. He is an author of 47 published, peer-reviewed articles and has presented over 200 papers at national and international conferences. Dr. Fang received his medical degree from Saint Louis University School of Medicine and completed his surgical residency and critical care fellowship through the US Air Force and the University of Texas. He is a member of several professional organizations, including the American College of Surgeons and the Society of Critical Care Medicine.

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