Energetic and friendly, this group was also accommodating. Instead of high-tailing it for the parking lot at the end of a long shift, many of them stuck around for an extra hour or so to participate in the shoot for this issue’s cover. In honor of the official opening of the Kaweah Delta Trauma Center, we wanted the shot to relay a true sense of “trauma.” Authenticity was key.

A big thank you to all of the doctors and nurses who helped make this shoot a success. We know you were tired and ready to get home to your families, so we hope you know how grateful we are to you for your participation on our cover, and also for the care you provide our community on a daily basis. Your devotion to the wellbeing of the people in our community is what makes you part of the group of heroes we celebrate in this publication.
Talent: (from left) Dr. Rebecca Zulim; Annette Hale, RN; Wilfred Garcia, CPT II; Craig Dixon, RN, Trauma Team Lead; Amber Myers, RN, BSN, Trauma Program Manager; Dr. Steve Carstens. Patient: Trisha Gonzales, ED Tech