MD, MPH, FACS, FAEMS
Dr. Alex Eastman
Reflections on the Parkland Trauma Handbook Third Edition
Looking back on my work with the third edition of the Parkland Trauma Handbook, what I remember most is the environment that shaped it, not just the book itself. Trauma handbooks usually don’t come from theory. They are built from repeated experience, pressure, and...
Being Named Dallas Police Reserve Officer of the Year Changed How I See Service
When I joined the Dallas Police Department Reserve Unit, it wasn’t for an award. I signed up because I wanted to serve. I wanted to stand beside the men and women who step into uncertainty every single day and still answer the call. Being named the 2025 Reserve...
Why Systems Save More Lives Than Heroes
People are drawn to stories about heroes. We often talk about the one surgeon, nurse, or leader who steps in and saves the day. For those working in healthcare, this idea can feel familiar, especially during quick decisions in the emergency department or the intense...