John E Campbell

About the Author

John E. Campbell, MD, is a distinguished emergency medicine physician and educator with over four decades of experience in prehospital care and trauma management. A former professor of emergency medicine at the Medical College of Georgia, he has dedicated his career to advancing the training of paramedics, EMTs, and emergency care providers worldwide. As a co-founder of the Prehospital Trauma Life Support (PHTLS) program, Campbell has influenced countless professionals through his practical, evidence-based approaches to life-saving interventions. His work emphasizes rapid assessment, stabilization, and transport in high-stakes environments, drawing from real-world scenarios to bridge the gap between theory and practice. Beyond the classroom, he continues to consult on emergency protocols and contribute to international standards in trauma care.