Dr. Jeffrey Upperman shares what brought him to the Red Cross and why he serves on its Scientific Advisory Council.
Jeffrey S. Upperman, MD, FACS, FAAP, is a member of the Red Cross Scientific Advisory Council and serves on its First Aid Sub-Council. The Council consists of medical, scientific, aquatics, academic and emergency management experts. Members volunteer their time and expertise to make scientific and professional recommendations for Red Cross guidelines, programs and products.
Dr. Upperman is Surgeon-in-Chief and Pediatric Surgery Department Chair at Monroe Carell Jr. Children’s Hospital at Vanderbilt University Medical Center in Nashville, Tennessee. When asked what motivated him to volunteer to be a member of the Council, he said, “The American Red Cross is a brand of excellence, and I felt that being part of such a great organization would provide an incredible learning opportunity for me while also giving me a chance to give back.” He also mentioned that the Red Cross is well-known for its commitment to volunteering in the community, and he was eager to lend his expertise to support this effort.
Dr. Upperman has contributed to several projects focused on updating and evaluating literature on topics ranging from bee stings and minor burns to seizures and bleeding in the field. “I’m particularly proud of our work on the Stop the Bleed® campaign, integrating my background as a trauma surgeon into our approach. Recently, I've also become interested in how the Red Cross apps can be used by our communities and exploring the potential of artificial intelligence to provide accurate information at the right time in an understandable way.”
“Volunteering with the Scientific Advisory Council has been an incredibly enriching experience. I’ve gained a deeper understanding of the organization and how our efforts contribute to delivering top-notch training services. I've also come to appreciate the breadth of knowledge and expertise among my colleagues on the Council and have learned from some of the brightest minds in various fields,” added Dr. Upperman.
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