Mass Casualty Shootings and Emergency Preparedness A Multidisciplinary Approach for an Unpredictable Event

The authors review mass casualty shootings in the U.S. and abroad and emphasize the value of multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) in incident response and the delivery of life-saving care. They also highlight the importance of blood bank preparedness, incorporating lessons learned into plans, simulation exercises, and the “Stop the Bleed” campaign in MDT preparedness and response efforts.