Patrick Walker

Patrick Walker, an Army trauma surgeon and program director at Walter Reed, joins Jonathan Wong, a first-year general surgery resident, to delve into the groundbreaking research on cadaveric blood donation. They discuss the critical need for alternative blood supplies in combat situations, the historical context of deceased-donor blood, and significant ethical considerations in this field. Their preliminary findings reveal the potential of cadaveric blood to improve trauma care and emphasize the importance of collaboration for future research advancements.