American College of Surgeons and Lifesaving Technologies Collaborate to Enhance Emergency Response Preparedness Across the United States

CHICAGO, Sept. 3, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The American College of Surgeons (ACS) and Lifesaving Technologies have joined forces under a transformative licensing agreement to expand access to lifesaving emergency response equipment and training — creating a bold, nationwide initiative designed to empower communities to act in the face of trauma and emergencies.

This partnership builds on the proven foundation of the ACS Stop the Bleed program that transforms bystanders into immediate responders through hands-on training, the strategic placement of lifesaving stations, and widespread community education. Under this agreement, Lifesaving Technologies is officially licensed to distribute ACS-authorized bleeding control supplies and deploy next-generation emergency aid stations — including wall-mounted units, digital kiosks, mobile event stations, and other innovative formats — each proudly carrying the ACS badge as a trusted symbol of readiness and resilience.

"It's an incredible honor to partner with the American College of Surgeons — the very organization that led the conversation around bleeding control when STOP THE BLEED® first became a national initiative," said John Cheringal, Partner at Lifesaving Technologies. "To collaborate with such a respected leader in trauma care on innovative solutions that can truly help save lives is both humbling and deeply motivating. We're proud to help carry that mission forward."

"For more than 112 years, the ACS has set the standards for trauma care. We have empowered more than 5 million people to control bleeding through the ACS Stop the Bleed program, and now our collaboration with Lifesaving Technologies will help us potentially reach millions more," said Patricia L. Turner, MD, MBA, FACS, Executive Director & CEO of the ACS. "We want to make sure communities across the nation have quick access to the equipment they need to address a bleeding emergency, and this joint effort makes that possible. We want every bystander prepared to save a life." 

A Shared Vision: Saving Lives Starts Before Professional Help Arrives

At the heart of this collaboration is a shared commitment to increasing survivability in trauma incidents. Studies show that survival rates improve by up to 30% when bleeding control measures are administered quickly. ACS Stop the Bleed strengthens the first critical links in the "Trauma Chain of Survival" — empowering everyday individuals to provide lifesaving aid before professional help arrives.

"The Trauma Chain of Survival highlights what we've always known: survival doesn't begin at the hospital, it begins in the field," said Jeffrey D. Kerby, MD, PhD, FACS, Chair of the ACS Committee on Trauma. "This collaboration helps put the tools, training, and trust directly into the hands of those who can make the difference in those first critical minutes."

From schools and construction sites to rural farms and crowded public spaces, ACS Stop the Bleed meets people where they are — delivering both training and tools to those who may one day save a life.

Empowering Communities — One Station, One Story at a Time

Whether it's a student trained to act, a co-worker quickly accessing bleeding control kits, or a digital station broadcasting emergency alerts, every element of this collaboration contributes to a single goal: a more prepared, connected, and resilient society.

With support from public and private sponsors, community grants, and local champions, this partnership delivers a scalable, sustainable model for trauma readiness — one that equips communities to face the unexpected and save lives when seconds matter most.

About ACS Stop the Bleed
The ACS Stop the Bleed program administers the premier bleeding control course and was created by leading trauma and emergency response professionals. ACS Stop the Bleed is the largest global provider of bleeding control training and is instrumental in the development of both state and national legislation in the U.S. to empower the public with training and access to Stop the Bleed kits. Learn more at stopthebleed.org.

About the American College of Surgeons (ACS)
The American College of Surgeons is a scientific and educational organization of surgeons that was founded in 1913 to raise the standards of surgical practice and improve the quality of care for all surgical patients. The College is dedicated to the ethical and competent practice of surgery. Its achievements have significantly influenced the course of scientific surgery in America and have established it as an important advocate for all surgical patients. The College has approximately 90,000 members and is the largest organization of surgeons in the world. "FACS" designates that a surgeon is a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons.

About Lifesaving Technologies
Lifesaving Technologies is a mission-driven company dedicated to advancing trauma preparedness through innovative emergency response equipment and community-centered deployment strategies. As a licensed partner of the American College of Surgeons, Lifesaving Technologies distributes ACS-authorized bleeding control supplies and develops next-generation safety stations for schools, workplaces, public venues, and beyond.

Learn more at lifesaving.tech

SOURCE American College of Surgeons (ACS)