WEST PALM BEACH, FL – Governor Ron DeSantis recently announced the appointment of Madonna Stotsenburg, the Director of Trauma and Emergency Services at St. Mary’s Medical Center, to the Florida Trauma System Advisory Council. Stotsenburg graduated from Weber State University with a bachelor's degree in health services administration, the University of Miami with a bachelor's degree in nursing, Florida International University with an MBA, and the University of Central Florida with a doctorate in nursing. St. Mary’s Medical Center is one of two hospitals in Palm Beach County to be a Level I Trauma Center, the highest level of care available.

Along with six others, Stotsenburg will be focusing on enhancing current and upcoming trauma centers, emergency departments, and emergency medical care infrastructure. The Council works to ensure that Florida's trauma care system remains strong, effective, and responsive to the needs of the state's citizens.

“Our dedication to improving trauma and emergency treatment across Florida is displayed by this role,” said Stotsenburg. “I am honored to be appointed, this represents a critical opportunity to contribute to the advancement of emergency care standards in our state.”

St. Mary’s Medical Center CEO Cynthia McCauley said, “This recognition is a result of her dedication, expertise, and leadership in the field. It's a significant milestone, for our trauma and emergency service lines as well as for her, demonstrating our commitment to providing top emergency care. Her involvement will undoubtedly raise the bar for trauma care statewide, and we stand behind her with immense pride.”

Cory Bessette, Assistant Chief of Operations for Palm Beach Gardens Firs Rescue and President of the EMS Providers of Palm Beach County Association, said, “Appointing Madonna Stotsenburg to the Florida Trauma System Advisory Council will bring a strong voice and advocate for trauma care to the state level. As the Director of Trauma and Emergency Services at St. Mary’s Medical Center, she has developed a strong partnership with EMS in Palm Beach County and collaborates with them regularly to ensure that trauma patients receive the highest level of trauma care in the region. Madonna has the leadership and experience needed to achieve positive change in the state when it comes to trauma.

Charles Coyle, Division Chief of Emergency Medical Services with Palm Beach County Fire-Rescue, said “Madonna Stotsenburg is an amazing human being who is continually working to advance the interconnection between Emergency Medical Services and our trauma centers. She has personally helped so many of our people and their families.”