TraumaEvidence

The German Society for Trauma Surgery (DGU) is a nonprofit scientific and medical professional association dedicated to trauma surgery in Germany. Founded in Leipzig in 1922, it has around 4,400 members and describes itself as Europe’s largest specialist society focused on this field. The DGU supports the prevention, diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation of traumatic injuries, while working to develop and safeguard effective structures for patient care.

Its activities include promoting research and quality and safety in trauma care, supporting the coordination of services for severely injured patients, and publishing guidance and recommendations. These resources address areas such as major trauma, geriatric trauma, rehabilitation and care during crises or disasters. The society also supports professional education through courses, training information, events and opportunities for students, and provides awards and research funding.

Members can access professional networking, membership resources and the society’s publication, Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie – Mitteilungen und Nachrichten. The DGU also contributes to national trauma networks and registries and collaborates with related medical organizations to advance trauma care.