Martin Schreiber, M.D.
Surgeon and Colonel, Portland, OR
Dedicated to Improving Outcomes After Brain Injury and Hemorrhagic Shock Through Research and Education
Biography
Martin Schreiber, M.D., FACS, FCCM, is an internationally recognized surgeon, Colonel in the U.S. Army Reserve, and researcher based in Portland, Oregon. With a career spanning combat hospitals in Iraq and Afghanistan, academic leadership at Oregon Health & Science University (OHSU), and over 350 published studies, he has shaped trauma care globally.
His military service includes roles as Chief of Surgery at the 31st Combat Support Hospital in Tikrit, Chief of Trauma at the 228th Combat Support Hospital in Shank, and Director of the Joint Theater Trauma System. These experiences honed his ability to deliver surgical care under extreme conditions and build trauma systems for austere environments.
At OHSU, Dr. Schreiber served as Professor of Surgery and Physiology and Pharmacology, and directed the Donald D. Trunkey Center for Civilian and Combat Casualty Care. His leadership bridged military and civilian medicine, training surgeons for both hospital and battlefield settings.
His research focuses on prehospital treatment of traumatic brain injury, hemorrhagic shock resuscitation, massive bleeding control, and blood product development. Supported by the Department of Defense and National Institutes of Health, his work has directly improved patient survival rates worldwide.
A dedicated educator, Dr. Schreiber trains residents and fellows at OHSU and serves as Adjunct Professor at the Uniformed Services University. Through national programs like the Definitive Surgical Trauma Care Course, he ensures surgeons are equipped to save lives, from Portland to global conflict zones.
Education
B.A. Chemistry
University of Chicago, Chicago, IL
1984
Established a strong foundation in chemical sciences, preparing for a career in medicine.
M.D.
Case Western Reserve University, Cleveland, OH
1988
Earned a medical degree, focusing on the foundations of clinical practice and surgical care.
Surgical Internship
Madigan Army Medical Center, WA
1988–1989
Gained hands-on experience in surgical practice within a military medical setting.
General Surgery Residency & Chief Residency
University of Washington, Seattle, WA
1989–1994
Developed advanced surgical skills and leadership as Chief Resident in a top-tier program.
Fellowship in Trauma & Critical Care
University of Washington, Seattle, WA
1994–1995
Specialized in trauma surgery and critical care, preparing for high-stakes medical environments.
Military Training & Service
Colonel, United States Army Reserve
2012–Present
Serves as a senior officer, contributing to military trauma care and training initiatives.
Combat Deployments
Iraq and Afghanistan
Served as Chief of Surgery (31st Combat Support Hospital, Tikrit) and Chief of Trauma (228th Combat Support Hospital, Shank).
ATLS Instructor & Director
United States Army
Trained surgeons in Advanced Trauma Life Support, standardizing care in military settings.
Director, Joint Theater Trauma System
CENTCOM
Coordinated trauma care for wounded soldiers across multiple theaters of war.
Director, Army Military Civilian Trauma Team Training Program
United States Army
Built bridges between military and civilian medicine, enhancing trauma training.
Research & Publications
Over 350 Peer-Reviewed Publications
Journals, Book Chapters, and Textbooks
Research focuses on prehospital treatment of traumatic brain injury, hemorrhagic shock resuscitation, massive bleeding control, and blood product development for austere environments.
Research Leadership
Department of Defense, National Institutes of Health
Served as Site or Principal Investigator on major trauma research projects, advancing clinical practices.
Editorial Contributions
Journal of Trauma and Acute Care Surgery, Shock, PLOS Medicine
Served on editorial boards, shaping the direction of trauma and critical care research.
International Lecturer
Trauma and Military Medicine
Delivered invited talks globally, sharing expertise on trauma care and surgical innovation.
Selected Honors & Awards
John P. Pryor Distinguished Service Award
Eastern Association for the Surgery of Trauma
2023
Recognized for distinguished contributions to military casualty care.
Robert Danis Prize
International Fracture Society
2022
Honored for advancements in trauma and fracture care research.
Lifetime Achievement Award
American Heart Association
2018
Awarded for lifelong contributions to cardiovascular and trauma care.
Military Medals
Joint Commendation and Campaign Medals
2010–2023
Received multiple commendations for service in Iraq and Afghanistan.
Best Paper of the Year
World Journal of Surgery
2007
Recognized for groundbreaking research in surgical care.
Honorary Medal
American Association for the Surgery of Trauma
2005
Honored for significant contributions to trauma surgery.
Order of Military Medical Merit
United States Army
2012
Inducted for exceptional contributions to military medical care.
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