Aintree

The Major Trauma Centre (MTC) at Aintree University Hospital is one of 12 specialist adult Major Trauma Centres in England, providing expert treatment and rehabilitation for patients with serious and life-threatening injuries.

As the Adult MTC for the Cheshire and Mersey Major Trauma Network (CMMTN), we deliver specialist trauma care for patients across the North West, including the Isle of Man, while supporting the seven trauma units within our network.

Our multidisciplinary team provides immediate access to consultant-led care across a wide range of specialties, including:

We are equipped with an on-site CT scanner and dedicated emergency operating theatres, allowing life-saving investigations and surgery to take place without delay, 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

Working together to provide specialist care

We work closely with partner organisations across Liverpool City Region to ensure patients receive the specialist treatment they need, including:

  • The Walton Centre, providing specialist neurosurgical care for patients with brain and spinal injuries.
  • Liverpool Heart and Chest Hospital, Liverpool Women's University Hospital and Alder Hey Children's Hospital, which provide specialist support and intervention during emergency incidents and major incidents.

The hospital has a dedicated helipad located adjacent to the emergency department, enabling rapid transfer of critically injured patients from across the region.

This supports our role as a regional centre for major trauma, providing timely access to specialist care when every minute matters.

Contact us

Major Trauma Ward

Tel: 0151 529 6255 / 0151 529 3762

Major Trauma Therapy Team

Tel: 0151 529 8407

More information

Patients are admitted into Major Trauma via Emergency Department only this is usually through the pre-hospital team call (following Major Trauma incidents, code reds, trauma calls) or tertiary emergency referrals via trauma units.

Our Major Trauma Centre is supported by a wide range of specialist services, including:

Each specialty has a designated Major Trauma Clinical Lead, supported by a consultant rota providing 24/7 specialist trauma care.

Aintree University Hospital receives the highest volume of major trauma patients in the region and has a dedicated 21-bed Major Trauma Ward.

Patients receive daily reviews from a multidisciplinary team, ensuring their care and rehabilitation needs are assessed from the earliest stage of recovery. The ward also benefits from a dedicated therapy team, helping patients regain independence and maximise their recovery following serious injury.

Rehabilitation begins as early as possible during a patient's hospital stay. Following discharge, patients can access ongoing support through weekly outpatient clinics at Aintree University Hospital, helping to ensure continuity of care and recovery.