This week, Jason Jarvis joins Aebhric O’Kelly on a deep dive into malaria, covering the lifecycle, symptoms, diagnostic tools, treatment options, and the latest vaccine developments. The discussion emphasises the importance of understanding malaria's complexities, the challenges in diagnosis and treatment, and the promising advancements in vaccine research to eradicate this deadly disease. Takeaways Parasitic protozoa transmitted by Anopheles mosquitoes cause malaria. The lifecycle of malaria in...
Mar 14, 2025•47 min•Season 3Ep. 134
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr Daniel Grace, who shares his journey into expedition medicine, discussing his unconventional path from general practice to working in the outdoors. He emphasises the importance of academic frameworks in expedition medicine, the human factors influencing pre-hospital care, and his experiences with mountain rescue and tropical medicine initiatives. Dr Grace also reflects on memorable expeditions and offers advice for aspiring expedition medics. Takeaways Dr...
Mar 07, 2025•30 min•Season 3Ep. 133
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with the new CoROM faculty, Dr Sean Bilodeau, an emergency physician and EMS fellow, and discusses his experiences and insights into the field of emergency medicine, mainly focusing on pre-hospital care and the evolving roles of paramedics. He highlights the differences between the US and European models of emergency medical services, the importance of education and training for paramedics, and the critical need for blood management in emergencies. Dr Bilodeau al...
Feb 28, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 132
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr Derrick Tin, a professor of critical care and director of counterterrorism medicine at Harvard University, and discusses the multifaceted field of disaster medicine. He explains the importance of providing quality care in resource-limited environments and the various pathways for medical professionals to get involved in this speciality. Dr Tin shares his journey from critical care to disaster medicine, emphasising the need for practical training and the p...
Feb 21, 2025•42 min•Season 3Ep. 131
This week, we explore various topics related to academic medicine in remote and austere environments that were presented during the Medicine in the Mediterranean conference in February 2025. The discussions include ventilation techniques in challenging settings, the impact of human factors in pre-hospital care, the importance of nursing care, and the complexities of treating critical casualties. We also delve into hyperbaric medicine, paediatric trauma, and the significance of mindset in medical...
Feb 14, 2025•41 min•Season 3Ep. 131
This week, Dr Sean Keenan gives the keynote address for the Medicine in the Mediterranean 2025 conference held last week in Malta. He discusses the evolution and current practices of Prolonged Field Care (PFC) in military and austere environments. Dr Sean Keenan discusses the importance of adapting medical practices to meet the challenges of remote and resource-limited settings, emphasising the need for comprehensive training and guidelines. The discussion highlights the difficulties with transi...
Feb 07, 2025•1 hr 3 min•Season 3Ep. 128
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with a fellow Green Beret, Dr Glenn Barnes, who shares his unique journey from Special Forces to becoming a nursing educator specialising in aerospace and extreme environments. He discusses his military background, the transition to nursing, and his experiences in private military contracting. Dr Barnes emphasises the importance of innovative nursing education, particularly for veterans, and the need for nurses to be equipped to operate in austere environments. H...
Jan 31, 2025•36 min•Season 3Ep. 128
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr Hannah Evans who shares her experiences as a rural GP and pre-hospital doctor, discussing her work in remote locations, including Antarctica. She highlights the importance of telemedicine in austere environments and her role in advising the ambulance service in Scotland. Dr Evans also talks about her fellowships in wilderness and humanitarian medicine, her teaching efforts at the University of Aberdeen, and offers advice for new practitioners in the field...
Jan 24, 2025•33 min•Season 3Ep. 127
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dennis Jarema from the Prolonged Field Care Working Group. They discuss his journey from military service to nursing, emphasising the importance of prolonged field care in austere environments. They discuss the challenges faced in military medicine, the evolution of medical practices, and the establishment of the Prolonged Field Care Working Group. The conversation highlights the need for seamless integration of nursing care in emergencies and the importance...
Jan 17, 2025•1 hr•Season 3Ep. 126
This week, Aebhric OKelly talks with Michael Templeton, a flight paramedic for International SOS, and shares insights into his role, training, and experiences working in Guyana. He discusses the daily routines of a flight paramedic, the importance of training and qualifications, and the challenges faced in a tropical environment. Michael emphasises the need for confidence and leadership skills in emergency medical services and highlights the significance of postgraduate education in making infor...
Jan 10, 2025•54 min•Season 3Ep. 125
This week, Aebhric OKelly talks with Daniele Manno, a graduate of the CoROM Remote Paramedic programme. He shares his unique journey from being a pilot to a paramedic, emphasising the importance of wilderness medicine and survival training. He discusses his experiences in clinical practice, particularly in trauma care, and reflects on the challenges and rewards of teaching remote life support courses. Daniele also highlights the need for a broader understanding of medical practices in austere en...
Jan 03, 2025•35 min•Season 3Ep. 124
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly reflects on the highlights of 2024, showcasing insights from various guests who have contributed to the field of austere and remote medicine. The conversation covers prolonged casualty care, the importance of guerrilla medicine, and the challenges medics face in rural settings. The guests share their experiences and advice for new medics, emphasising the need for continuous learning and adaptability in the face of unique medical challenges. Guests: Mike Turconi ...
Dec 27, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 123
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Nick Hill about his extensive experience in military nursing, detailing his journey from the New Zealand Defence Force to the Danish military. He discusses the roles he has held, the challenges faced in various environments, and the importance of improvisation in medical practice. Nick emphasises the need for continuous learning and adaptation in austere medicine, drawing insights from his Austere Emergency Care course participation. He also highlights the c...
Dec 20, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 122
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr Jørgen Melau. They discuss the intricacies of providing prolonged field care (PFC) in Arctic environments. They emphasise the importance of knowledge over gear, the challenges of managing cold casualties, and the necessity of shelter and improvisation. The discussion also covers protocols for PFC, the difficulties of vapour barriers, transportation strategies, and future developments in Arctic medical care. Dr Melau provides valuable advice for new medics...
Dec 13, 2024•46 min•Season 3Ep. 121
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Phill Clark about his journey from a career in product management to becoming involved in medical education at the Masters of Austere Critical Care. He discusses the importance of practical skills in medicine, his role in improving student experiences, and the unique challenges adult learners face. Phil also highlights advancements in digital microscopy and AI, emphasising the collaborative potential of technology in healthcare. He concludes with advice for ...
Dec 06, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 120
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr David Newman, an aerospace medicine expert who shares his extensive experience in military aviation, the evolution of fighter aircraft, and the future of human pilots in an increasingly automated world. He discusses his recent presentation at the Taipei International Military Medicine Forum, the importance of aerospace medicine education, and the challenges posed by AI in academic publishing. Takeaways • Dr Newman has a rich background in military aviatio...
Nov 29, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 119
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Tanguy Bader, a second-year BSc Paramedic student, who shares his journey in paramedicine, discussing his experiences in New Orleans EMS, the importance of continuous learning, and his aspirations for the future. He emphasises the significance of basic skills in emergency medicine, the value of patient interactions, and his desire to contribute to international healthcare efforts. Tanguy reflects on his educational experiences and the impact they have on his...
Nov 22, 2024•33 min•Season 3Ep. 118
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Katie Beck, director of the Diploma of Tropical Nursing at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine, who shares her extensive experiences in global health and expedition medicine. She discusses the challenges nurses face in low-resource settings, the importance of cultural competence, and the evolving role of nurses in global health. Katie emphasises the significance of the Diploma of Tropical Nursing in preparing healthcare professionals for work ...
Nov 15, 2024•40 min
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Mike Morrow, the CoROM BSc Remote Paramedic programme coordinator, on his journey from being a paramedic to evaluating organs for transplantation. He discusses the unique challenges faced in emergency medical services, particularly in Africa, and highlights the dedication of students in the BSc Remote Paramedic Programme. Morrow emphasises the importance of experience in austere environments and compares the training and practices of U.S. paramedics with tho...
Nov 08, 2024•36 min•Season 3Ep. 116
This week, Aebhric, John Clark and Emmanuel Acheampong discuss a new collaboration in Kumasi, Ghana. The College is creating a collaboration with Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital to enhance medical education and training. They discuss the hospital's capabilities, the emergency department's operations, the triage system, and the potential for student placements and training initiatives. The discussion highlights the importance of building sustainable relationships and the shared challenges faced in...
Nov 01, 2024•21 min•Season 3Ep. 115
This week, Aebhric talks with Anke Krug, who is a community nurse in Nunavut, Canada, and shares her experiences and challenges in providing healthcare in a remote Arctic environment. She discusses the complexities of medevac nursing, the environmental considerations for patient care, and the importance of collaboration and communication in remote healthcare settings. Anke also highlights the evolving roles in nursing and paramedicine, the need for ongoing training and education, and the signifi...
Oct 25, 2024•40 min•Season 3Ep. 114
This week, Aebhric OKelly speaks with Rhod Jordan, a remote paramedic working in Kurdistan, about the intricacies of the Medical Emergency Response Plan (MERP). Rhod shares his experiences and insights on the importance of planning, communication, and training in emergency medical situations. He emphasises the need for thorough assessments of local medical facilities and the significance of building relationships with local healthcare providers. The discussion also covers the training and develo...
Oct 18, 2024•41 min•Season 3Ep. 113
This week, Aebhric chats with Dr Peter Anders Christiansen (PAC), a former senior medical officer in the Danish Special Forces, who discusses his work in PTSD treatment using Stellate Ganglion Block (SGB) and his role in developing the Nordic Special Operations Combat Medic Course. He shares insights on the effectiveness of SGB for veterans suffering from PTSD, the challenges of medical training in NATO countries, and the future of special operations medical education in Europe. PAC also offers ...
Oct 11, 2024•42 min•Season 3Ep. 112
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Dr Jamie Riesberg, who created the separation of Prolonged Casualty Care (PCC) from Prolonged Field Care (PFC). Dr Riesberg has extensive experience in military medicine, focusing on the evolution of prolonged field care and the transition from the Global War on Terror (GWOT) to future conflicts. He emphasises the importance of adapting medical training to current battlefield realities, including lessons from Ukraine. Dr Riesberg advocates for a shift in min...
Oct 04, 2024•53 min•Season 3Ep. 1111
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Eric Holmstrom and Laszlo Hegedus about creating a new faculty within CoROM. They discuss their recent activities, including organising law enforcement competitions and teaching various medical courses. They highlight the importance of hands-on training and the need for continuous learning in operational medicine. The conversation also touches on the upcoming developments at the college, such as the establishment of the Faculty of Operational Medicine and th...
Sep 27, 2024•30 min•Season 3Ep. 110
Cole Shaver and Graydon Ratushny are paramedics working in British Columbia who share their experiences working in Kibosho District Hospital in Moshi, Tanzania, as part of the Austere Critical Care Master's program. They discuss the challenges of practising medicine in a resource-limited setting and the importance of improvising and adapting clinical skills to the local context. They highlight basic clinical assessments, such as percussion and auscultation, and the value of non-technical skills ...
Sep 20, 2024•59 min•Season 3Ep. 109
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Ronin's founder, Timm Smith, who shares his journey from being a lawyer to becoming a close protection officer and paramedic. He discusses the importance of being a whole bodyguard, protecting clients from external and internal threats. Tim emphasises the need for excellence, reality, and truth in the close protection industry. He also highlights the value of training paramedics to be close protection officers and vice versa. The conversation touches on the ...
Sep 13, 2024•38 min•Season 3Ep. 107
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with John Clark, the College's Executive Dean, about the new 2024-2025 academic year. They discuss the recent developments and plans for the college. John discusses the college's collaborations with organisations like WMS and IBSC and upcoming trips to Ghana and Tanzania. He also mentions the expansion of the college's facilities and the launch of a peer-reviewed journal. The conversation concludes with advice for healthcare professionals starting their careers i...
Sep 06, 2024•29 min•Season 3Ep. 107
This week, Aebhric OKelly interviews Bill Vasios, a physician assistant who started as an 18 Delta and had several other 18 series jobs. Bill is pursuing a PhD in education focusing on instructional design and technology. He is also doing a simulation fellowship at East Carolina University. They talk about online learning, designing a perfect online learning system, the challenges of teaching in the medical field, and the importance of credible sources in education. Takeaways Bill is a physician...
Aug 30, 2024•57 min•Season 2Ep. 106
This week, Aebhric O’Kelly talks with Antonio from European Medics about their work and focus on guerrilla, austere, and remote medicine. European Medics started as a community of passionate individuals in emergency medicine and has grown to focus on education and enhancing medicine. European Medics is currently working on creating training material and educative resources for their Advanced Guerrilla First Responder (AGFR) course. European Medics (EURMED) is focused on providing evidence-based ...
Aug 23, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 105
