TB happens every where, not just down range. PFC Podcast 219: Tuberculosis
Though not common in first world countries, TB can pop up anywhere.
Mar 02, 2025•2 min
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Getting the right kind of experience. PFC Podcast: Military Medic Transition to Civilian Workforce
Medicine in the military is a bit different than in the civilian world. Link to full podcast:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Military-Medic-Transition-to-Civilian-Workforce-e2v7ju5 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedF...
Mar 02, 2025•3 min
Set yourself up for success. PFC Podcast: Military Medic Transition to Civilian Workforce
Nobody else will do it for you. Take charge of your own destiny. Link to full podcast:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Military-Medic-Transition-to-Civilian-Workforce-e2v7ju5 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareColl...
Mar 01, 2025•4 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast: Military Medic Transition to Civilian Workforce
This conversation explores the transition of military medics into civilian healthcare roles, discussing the strengths and challenges they face. The speakers highlight the quality of training military medics receive, the differences in medical practice between military and civilian settings, and the importance of humility and confidence during the transition. They also address the need for bridge courses and continued education to ensure successful integration into civilian roles, while emphasizi...
Feb 28, 2025•1 hr
You're probably carrying more than you think. PFC Podcast 218: Neuroplastic Syndromes
Carrying the weight of your past experiences and not talking about it, is going to catch up with you. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-218-Neuroplastic-Syndromes-e2v3r5d Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/Prolon...
Feb 27, 2025•5 min
PTSD links to chronic pain: PFC Podcast 218: Neuroplastic Syndromes
Can PTSD manifest as chronic pain syndromes? Likewise, can seeking help alleviate symptoms? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-218-Neuroplastic-Syndromes-e2v3r5d Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCa...
Feb 26, 2025•4 min
Sometimes the best medicine you can do is to just talk to the patient. PFC Podcast 218: Neuroplastic Syndromes
Talking to your patient can make a world of difference. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-218-Neuroplastic-Syndromes-e2v3r5d Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeec...
Feb 25, 2025•4 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast 218: Neuroplastic Syndromes
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dr. David Clarke discusses the complexities of chronic pain, emphasizing the mind-body connection and the role of stress and trauma in physical symptoms. He shares insights from his extensive experience treating patients with pain that lacks a clear physical cause, highlighting the importance of understanding psychological factors and the need for a comprehensive treatment approach. Dr. Clarke also addresses the long-term impacts of childhood trauma and offers...
Feb 24, 2025•47 min
Mind/Body connection to chronic pain. PFC Podcast 218: Neuroplastic Syndromes
Can current or past stressors be the cause of pain? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-218-Neuroplastic-Syndromes-e2v3r5d Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/produ...
Feb 23, 2025•4 min
Rethinking the Chain of Survival: PFC Podcast: PSNOT
How to remap our thought process to increase survivability. Link to full podcast:https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-PSNOT-e2uuqqdThank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prol...
Feb 23, 2025•2 min
Medicine as a Force Multiplier. PFC Podcast: PSNOT
Good medicine gives the warfighter or even the first responders the confidence to go into harm's way. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-PSNOT-e2uuqqd Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or ...
Feb 22, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast: PSNOT
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and Alex discuss the evolving framework of Prolonged Field Care (PFC) and the importance of structured phases of care. They introduce the PeaceKnot framework, which emphasizes preparation, stabilization, normalization, observation, and transportation. The conversation highlights the significance of training, humility, and collaboration in enhancing medical capabilities in operational settings. They also touch on the need for continuous learning and adap...
Feb 21, 2025•34 min
Calcium is not magic dust...but it does work. PFC Podcast 217: Calcium for Hyperkalemia?
They have to have a pulse long enough to FIX the Problem. Link to the full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-217-Calcium-for-Hyperkalemia-e2ustm4 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoff...
Feb 20, 2025•2 min
When would you perform CPR while deployed? PFC Podcast217: Calcium for Hyperkalemia?
We're told NEVER do CPR in the field, but when would you? Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-217-Calcium-for-Hyperkalemia-e2ustm4 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.c...
Feb 19, 2025•3 min
You actually have to read? PFC Podcast 217: Calcium for Hyperkalemia?
Hopefully, SM titles push you to read the actual research papers. Link to the full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-217-Calcium-for-Hyperkalemia-e2ustm4 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.orgConsider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeec...
Feb 18, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast 217: Calcium for Hyperkalemia?
In this episode of the PFC podcast, Dennis and Alex delve into the complexities of scientific article reviews, particularly focusing on a study related to hyperkalemia and its implications in CPR. They discuss the importance of critical thinking in medicine, the gray areas of clinical practice, and the physiological mechanisms behind calcium and sodium bicarbonate use during cardiac arrest. The conversation emphasizes the need for a thorough understanding of research outcomes, limitations, and t...
Feb 17, 2025•43 min
Diagnosing Hyperkalemia in the Field? PFC Podcast 217: Calcium for Hyperkalemia?
Without an ECG, what can you use to assess for hyperkalemia? Full podcast posting tomorrow. Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.orgConsider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care
Feb 16, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast: Preparing for Arctic Combat Medicine
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis speaks with Brett and Sean about the Arctic Medic course designed to train medics in cold weather environments. They discuss the unique challenges posed by the Arctic, including cold weather injuries, hypothermia management, and the importance of survival skills. The conversation also covers the course structure, objectives, and the necessity of knowledge and experience in extreme conditions. Takeaways The Arctic Medic course is essential for training m...
Feb 14, 2025•38 min
It's not enough to cool down a heat injury. PFC Podcast 216: Acute Liver Failure
Supplements and medications can exacerbate liver damage from heat injury or shock. Know your guys and what they are taking. Link to full podcast: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/BE5xGzqaPQb Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.orgConsider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/...
Feb 13, 2025•3 min
Physiology of the Liver: PFC Podcast 216: Acute Liver Failure
Knowing the physiology of the liver will reveal major clues of dysfunction. Link to full podcast: https://spotifycreators-web.app.link/e/BE5xGzqaPQb Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.orgConsider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care...
Feb 12, 2025•3 min
Liver failure and shock PFC Podcast 216: Acute Liver Failure
Management of Liver failure in shock. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-216-Acute-Liver-Failure-e2ujj0q Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast.deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.orgConsider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-ca...
Feb 11, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast 216: Acute Liver Failure
In this episode, Dennis and Doug discuss acute liver injury, its causes, recognition, and management. They explore the liver's vital functions, the implications of liver injury in shock situations, and the importance of early recognition and treatment. The conversation also touches on the role of supplements and heat injury in exacerbating liver issues, emphasizing the liver's resilience and the need for vigilant care in critical situations. Takeaways The liver plays a crucial role in toxin clea...
Feb 10, 2025•42 min
Attrition from cold weather injuries. PFC Podcast: Cold Weather Injury
Throughout history, cold weather injury has been a major attritor of combat effectiveness. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Cold-Weather-Injury-e2ua5i8 Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or ...
Feb 08, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast: Cold Weather Injury
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis, Paul, and Ian discuss the critical topic of cold weather injuries, focusing on frostbite and trench foot. Ian shares his extensive experience in wilderness medicine and military contexts, providing historical insights into the impact of these injuries in warfare. The conversation covers prevention strategies, treatment protocols, and the importance of buddy checks in cold environments. Ian explains the pathophysiology of frostbite, the classification o...
Feb 07, 2025•46 min
"Worst hallucination of my life" PFC Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
Ketamine is a great drug for pain control and procedural sedation, but you can screw it up. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-215-Surviving-Chaos-e2u00kk Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or ...
Feb 06, 2025•3 min
"Less is more" PFC Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
You gotta know when the treatment is NEEDED and when is just part of the algorithm. Don't waste time doing stuff for the sake of doing stuff. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-215-Surviving-Chaos-e2u00kk Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patre...
Feb 05, 2025•2 min
"Please don't Explode" PFC Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
This story is crazy, but it's just the beginning. Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-215-Surviving-Chaos-e2u00kk Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolong...
Feb 04, 2025•3 min
Prolonged Field Care Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
In this gripping conversation, trauma surgeon Max Sirkin MD shares his harrowing experience of being a patient in a mass casualty situation following a helicopter crash. He recounts the chaos of the event, the physical and emotional trauma he endured, and the profound lessons learned about resilience, brotherhood, and the importance of being present for others in crisis. Sirkin's narrative highlights the stark realities of military medicine and the bonds formed in the face of adversity. In this ...
Feb 03, 2025•1 hr 45 min
Trust yourself and make a decision! PFC Podcast: Airway Decision
You know the indications, but have you made a plan? Have you thought about "What will I do in THIS situation?"...Maybe you should Link to full podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/dennis3211/episodes/Prolonged-Field-Care-Podcast-Airway-Decisions-e2u0juk Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/Prolonge...
Feb 02, 2025•3 min
Surviving a MASCAL: PFC Podcast 215: Surviving Chaos
MASCALs are always crazy...Trying being a patient in one. I had a great conversation with Max about his experience. Thank you to Delta Development Team for in part, sponsoring this podcast. deltadevteam.com For more content go to www.prolongedfieldcare.org Consider supporting us: patreon.com/ProlongedFieldCareCollective or www.lobocoffeeco.com/product-page/prolonged-field-care
Feb 02, 2025•4 min
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