this invention is directed towards a patient single surface system , ps3 , which is a next generation system solution for patient accommodation , diagnosis , treatment , transfer and transport . ps3 provides a single surface for the patient to remain on from the trauma site through diagnosis , treatment and convalescence . needs addressed by the ps3 system include improved patient treatment through reduction in time to treatment , reduced or eliminated unnecessary patient movement and injury , as well as improved comfort throughout treatment and convalescence . in addition , the ps3 system solves significant economic considerations .