In this episode, we dive into the fast-paced world of event medicine in remote Australia with Prashan Kuruppu, a rural generalist anaesthetist and Member of the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM) Assessment Committee, with extensive experience in Outback and retrieval medicine.
From high-speed trauma and medical crises in extreme weather conditions to the unique challenges of remote evacuations and resource-limited environments, Prash shares firsthand insights into the unpredictable nature of event medicine.
Beyond the clinical challenges, we delve into the critical role of teamwork, adaptability, and risk mitigation, as well as the immense satisfaction that comes with ensuring the safety of participants in these extreme settings.
This episode is part of our ACRRM series, highlighting the remarkable work of rural and remote medical professionals pushing the boundaries of healthcare in extreme environments.
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