New Level III Trauma Center in Tucson

Northwest Medical Center Earns Level III Trauma Center Designation

TUCSON, AZ (Dec. 12, 2025) – Northwest Medical Center (NMC) announced it has been officially designated as a Level III Trauma Center by the Arizona Department of Health Services’ Bureau of Emergency Medical Services & Trauma System.

The designation recognizes NMC’s demonstrated ability to deliver advanced trauma life support and provide timely, high-quality care to injured patients. As a Level III Trauma Center, NMC is equipped to stabilize and treat patients with significant injuries and, when necessary, coordinate transfer to higher-level trauma centers for specialized care.

Achieving this designation required a comprehensive and rigorous review process. NMC invested in specialized trauma equipment, implemented enhanced clinical protocols, strengthened continuous improvement programs, and expanded trauma-related education for clinical teams.

“Earning Level III Trauma Center designation reflects the dedication, expertise, and compassion of our staff,” said Ben Ridder, CEO of Northwest Medical Center. “Their commitment to excellence ensures that patients and families in our community have access to trusted, high-quality trauma care when they need it most.”

NMC extends its gratitude to the physicians, nurses, support staff, and specialized teams whose work made this achievement possible.



For more information about Northwest Medical Center and its trauma services, please visit www.healthiertucson.com/emergency-department.