World Extreme Medicine Podcast

Nursing Without Borders: Leadership, Crisis, and Compassion in Extreme Healthcare

17 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, host Eoin Walker is joined by Clare O’Brien, a registered nurse whose career spans more than three decades across the NHS, humanita...

Infection Control in Extreme Environments: Lessons from MERS, COVID and Saudi Arabia’s Frontline

03 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker sits down with infection control specialist Muhammad Halwani to explore what i...

Surf, Science, and Survival: A Doctor’s Life in Remote Medicine

17 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

From remote surf camps in Indonesia to some of the most isolated islands in the South Atlantic, Gemma van Huyssteen has built a career shaped by curio...

Pre-Hospital Hypothermia: Italy’s Nationwide HEMS Study with Luca Carenzo & Laura Leuci

03 Feb 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sarah Spelsberg speaks with Luca Carenzo and Laura Leuci from Humanitas University in Milan about their research into the pre-hospita...

From Clinics to Conservation: Vet Medicine in Extreme Environments

20 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Corinne Palma, a recently graduated veterinarian from University C...

Beyond the Ambulance: Paramedics in Primary Care with Simon Robinson

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Simon Robinson, former Royal Marine Commando Paramedic turned Head...

Beyond IO and IV: Trauma Lines in Pre-Hospital Haemorrhagic Shock with Paolo Pallavicini

23 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, we explore one of the most talked-about studies in pre-hospital trauma care: “Beyond IO and I...

Humanitarian Nursing: Voices from the Frontline with Elsa Afonso & Marcus Wootton

09 Dec 2025

Contributed by Lukas

From conflict zones to refugee camps, from neonatal units to global health leadership—nurses are at the heart of humanitarian medicine.In this episo...

Summiting Barriers: Rachel Smith’s Journey with Type 1 Diabetes to Antarctica’s Highest Peak

25 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

At just 28 years old, Rachel Smith is preparing to make history. Diagnosed with type 1 diabetes before her third birthday, she has never let her condi...

The Compassionate Debrief: Redefining Post-Mission Reflection in HEMS with Leif Rognås & Karina Damsgaard

11 Nov 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Leif Rognås (consultant anaesthetist and clinical lead with the D...

High-Altitude Medicine: Beyond AMS with Hannah Lock

28 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker is joined by Hannah Lock, an emergency medicine doctor, expedition specialist,...

From the Arctic to Space: Medicine Without Limits with Luke Apisa

14 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Luke Apisa about his extraordinary journey from wilderness medicin...

Kayaking Greenland on an Inuit Diet: Mike Keen’s 3,000km Arctic Challenge

30 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, Eoin Walker sits down with chef, explorer, and researcher Mike Keen to unpack an extraordinary ...

Mountain Medicine at 2800m: Ski Rescue, Hypothermia & Innovation in Livigno

16 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker is joined by Luca Carenzo, intensive care consultant, and Federico Emiliano Gh...

Revolutionising Rural Healthcare: Inside Australia’s First Virtual Emergency Centre

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Mardi Steere, Executive General Manager of Medical and Retrieval S...

Summit & Survival on Kilimanjaro: A Medical Student’s First Taste of Altitude Medicine

19 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What happens when your first major expedition is one of the world’s Seven Summits?In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, emergency m...

What’s In Your Med Kit? Expedition Pharmacology with Daniel Grace

05 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker is joined by expedition doctor, GP, and WEM faculty member Daniel Grace to exp...

95 Hours of Pain, Strategy & Grit: The Bretzel Ultra Triathlon with Sébastien Marlier

22 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What does it take to finish one of the most extreme endurance races on the planet?In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Wal...

7/7 Bombings – A Paramedic’s Story from the Front Line | Part 3: Sam Sinclair

09 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In the final part of our 3-part series marking the anniversary of the 7/7 London bombings, we hear from paramedic Sam Sinclair, who was deployed to Ta...

7/7 Bombings – A Paramedic’s Story from the Front Line | Part 2: Adam Desmond

08 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In Part 2 of our 20 year anniversary series on the 7/7 London bombings, paramedic Adam Desmond shares his deeply personal and unflinchingly honest acc...

7/7 Bombings – A Paramedic’s Story from the Front Line | Part 1: Eoin Walker

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this special 3-part podcast series marking 20 years since the 7/7 London bombings, we begin with a personal testimony from paramedic & WEM podc...

Disaster Medicine in Gaza: Field Lessons from Hareen De Silva

01 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine podcast, Eoin Walker speaks with humanitarian health leader Hareen De Silva about his recent deployments...

CRM, Cockpits & Compassion: Jan Becker on Non-Technical Skills That Save Lives

17 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

What do helicopters, humanitarian crises, and high-pressure hospital wards have in common? In this episode, we sit down with Jan Becker, CEO, helicopt...

Shoulder Dislocations in the Wild: Kayaking, Kit, and Critical Decisions

03 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, WEM's Sarah Spelsberg is joined by emergency physician and seasoned kayaker Robert Knopp to...

From Perth to the Pilbara: Inside Remote Aboriginal Medicine & PAMS with Cara Sheppard

20 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Cara Sheppard is the Senior Medical Officer at Puntukurnu Aboriginal Medical Service (PAMS), an Aboriginal Community Controlled Health Service in West...

From the Battlefield to the Humanitarian Mission with Ryan Ahlgren

06 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this powerful episode, Eoin sits down with Ryan Ahlgren — a wilderness and humanitarian medicine practitioner whose career spans some of the most...

The Sky Isn’t the Limit: Shawna Pandya on Spaceflight, Science and the Future of Space Medicine

22 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Meet Shawna Pandya, Physician, Neuroscientist, and now Canada’s First Female Commercial Astronaut.In this inspiring episode of the World Extreme Me...

Healthcare in First Nations Communities with Dr Sarah Chalmers

08 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the deeply rooted and culturally rich world of First Nations healthcare in Australia with Dr Sarah Chalmers; Rural Gener...

Critical Care at 30,000 Feet – The Reality of Aeromedical Retrieval with Mina Arsanious

25 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

🎧 A quick note on audio quality: Due to remote recording, some parts of this episode may not be as clear as usual. We appreciate your patience and ...

Event Medicine in The Great Outback with Dr Prashan Kuruppu

11 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we dive into the fast-paced world of event medicine in remote Australia with Prashan Kuruppu, a rural generalist anaesthetist and Mem...

53 Days Alone in Antarctica: Inside Cat Burford's Unforgettable Trek

25 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

53 Days. 700 Miles. Alone in Antarctica. What does it take to survive completely alone in one of the most extreme environments on Earth? In this episo...

The Heart of Remote Healthcare with Claire Arundell

11 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we explore the evolution of remote and rural healthcare in Australia with Claire Arundell, a Rural Generalist Anaesthetist from countr...

From Antarctica to Tonga: Faye Lee on Conservation Medicine in Namibia

28 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Note: We apologise for any varying audio quality in this episode. As Faye joined us from Tonga with breaching whales in the background (how cool is th...

From Desert to Delivery: Life as Australia's outback Doctor with Marian Dover

14 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

In this inaugural episode of our partnership with the Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine (ACRRM), we journey into the heart of Australia'...

The Secret Medicine Cabinet: How Chimpanzees Use Plants to Heal with Elodie Freymann

31 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join primatologist Elodie Freymann as she reveals fascinating discoveries about how wild chimpanzees self-medicate using forest plant Alstonia boonei....

NASA's Earth Action Program: Space Technology Monitoring Global Health

17 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah Spelsberg as she speaks with NASA experts John Haynes and Helena Chapman about how NASA's unique vantage point from space helps monitor and...

Wild Surgery: From Brain Surgery on Bears to Anaesthetising Tarantulas with Romain Pizzi

03 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews pioneering wildlife veterinary surgeon Romain Pizzi, who has performed groundbreaking surgeries in nearly 50 co...

Will Millard: 30 Days Lost in Earth's Most Remote Jungle

19 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Explorer and BBC presenter Will Millard takes us deep into the jungles of Papua New Guinea, sharing his extraordinary experiences living with the Koro...

Say Yes to Adventure: Faye Lee's Journey Through Extreme Medicine

05 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews emergency physician Faye Lee, who has created an extraordinary medical career spanning from Antarctic research ...

Commercial Planes: The New Flying Hospitals - Humanitarian Aeromedical Retrieval using a Long-Range Commercial Aircraft

22 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode host Eoin Walker delves into the remarkable humanitarian aeromedical retrieval mission carried out during the Russia-Ukraine conflict ...

Grizzly Confidential: Respecting the Bear's World with Kevin Grange

08 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews Kevin Grange, firefighter paramedic and award-winning author, about his latest book "Grizzly Confidential." Di...

Beyond the Comfort Zone: Clinical Education and Humanitarian Work with Tim Harvey pt.2

24 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this second part of our conversation with Tim Harvey, we delve into his journey through clinical education and his transition to medicine. Tim sha...

Courage Under Fire: A Nurse's Tale of Humanitarian Work in Conflict Zones Pt. 1

10 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this gripping two-part episode of the podcast, Eoin Walker sits down with Tim Harvey, a former humanitarian nurse turned medical student. Tim share...

Adventure Travel Unveiled: Essential Tips from Seasoned Explorers Ffyon Davies and Gemma Aldridge

27 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an insightful journey into the world of adventure travel with seasoned explorers Ffyon Smith (née Davies) and Gemma Aldridge. In this ep...

Livingstone Revisited: Revolutionising Healthcare in Zambia's Wilderness with Daniel Grace

13 Aug 2024

Contributed by Lukas

We're pleased to welcome back Daniel Grace to the podcast where he discusses the groundbreaking Livingstone Revisited 2024 expedition. This 2000k...

Thriving Alone in the Wild with Teimojin Tan

30 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Sarah Spelsberg sits down with Teimojin Tan, emergency physician and participant on Season 9 of the hit survival show "Alone". Teimojin sha...

Beyond the Blizzard: on the Realities of Polar Medicine with Kasper Jæger

23 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with polar expedition leader Kasper Jæger about the unique challenges ...

Beyond Tourniquets: Rethinking Haemorrhage Control with Henrik Hedelin

16 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join experienced consultant orthopaedic surgeon Henrik Hedelin as he shares invaluable insights on haemorrhage control in resource-limited settings. ...

From Sailing the Atlantic to High-Altitude Rescues: A Military Reservist's Journey with Sophie Camp

09 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us for an exhilarating conversation with Sophie Camp, a GP trainee and Army Reservist, as she shares her incredible journey from medical school t...

On the Front Lines of Humanitarian Medicine in Gaza with Hareen De Silva

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we welcome back Hareen De Silva, a GP who recently returned from a deployment to Gaza with CADUS, a German NGO. Hareen shares his exp...

“We don't know if he's alive or dead, and we don't know if others have been shot.” Saving Lives in Chaos: Trauma Tales with Bill Griggs

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this in-depth episode, Sarah is joined by the incredible Bill Griggs, a highly acclaimed Australian physician and trauma specialist who has left a ...

"This is about giving people a skill set that gives them more confidence." A Groundbreaking Course for Remote Animal Care with Tom Roffe-Silvester

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

This week Lauren McKenna sits down with Tom Roffe-Silvester, co-founder and managing director of the Veterinary Task Force and Exped Vet. Tom shares ...

Floating Doctors: Delivering Healthcare to the World's Most Remote Communities with Ben LaBrot

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Ben LaBrot, founder and CEO of Floating Doctors, joins us this episode where he shares his incredible journey of delivering healthcare to remote, unde...

Empowering Women in HEMS: Jessica Thomas-Mourne's Groundbreaking Research

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this podcast episode, we sit down with Jessica Thomas-Mourne, a specialist paramedic in critical care working with Devon Air Ambulance in the UK. ...

“Everything you take into space with you has to serve a purpose” Beyond the Stars: Packing the Perfect Space Medical Kit with Dr. Michael Harrison

28 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this captivating episode, we are honoured to be joined by the esteemed Dr. Michael Harrison, MD PhD MPH FAsMA, a leading authority in the field of ...

"Failing to prepare is preparing to fail." Publishing Research in an Academic Journal with Marius Rehn

21 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker speaks with Marius Rehn, Editor-in-Chief of the Scandinavian Journal of Trauma...

"We should be having these conversations openly. But it’s difficult, and it’s personal." Navigating Women's Reproductive Health in Extreme Environments with Mabli Davies

16 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Sarah Spelsberg is joined by the brilliant Mabli Davies, an anaesthetics trainee and expert in women's health in extreme environm...

"It's never too late to dive in and it's kind of amazing what the opportunities will turn out to be." Diversity in Expeditions Week Podcast Special

14 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to Diversity Week! In this special episode, a diverse panel of medical professionals, eye surgeon and Sikh warrior Pavandeep Singh, NHS &...

"Reducing the burden on the local healthcare was probably one of the major advantages.” The Role of Remote Teleradiology With Niccolo Stomeo

07 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, Niccolo Stomeo, an anaesthesia and intensive care resident at Humanitas University in Milan, joins us to discuss his groundbreaking s...

"We were living 300 meters away from airstrikes" - Harrowing Gaza Deployment with MSF, Paediatric Nurse Lucy Williams Shares

30 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this riveting episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, we sit down with WEM faculty Lucy Williams, a seasoned paediatric nurse who recently r...

"Expect the Unexpected and Always Think Heatstroke" - Exercise Associated Collapse with Luca Carenzo

23 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation with Luca Carenzo, we delve into the complexities and challenges surrounding Exercise Associated Collapse (EAC). Drawing from a ...

"This is not for the faint of heart, it's a true test of your physical and mental strength" - Selvaggio Blu Expedition with Luca Alfatti

16 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, we're taking you on a journey through the rugged, untamed wilderness of Sardinia, Italy, as...

"Every Minute CPR is Delayed, There's a 10% Less Chance of Success" - Mike Tipton on Drowning

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we explore the fascinating world of drowning and cold water immersion with Mike Tipton, a leading UK academic in the field. Mike shar...

"The volcano both gives and takes life." - Eruption on Expedition with Ryan Atkinson

02 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us welcoming Ryan Atkinson, an award-winning hostile environment trained cameraman, back to the World Extreme Medicine podcast. In this thrillin...

"I've never forgotten how little someone could value someone else's life." - Exploring Remote Medicine Across 7 Continents with Jen Pond

26 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this fascinating episode, we are joined by Jen Pond, a Doctor who has practiced medicine in some of the most remote and challenging environments on...

"We establish critical care without walls" - Marius Rehn on the groundbreaking work of the Norwegian Air Ambulance

19 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Join us as we explore the groundbreaking work of the Norwegian Air Ambulance (NOLAS), one of the world's most advanced HEMS services, with special...

"You either step up or you don't." A Medic's Experience in International Rescue with Jamie Pattison

12 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode Jamie Pattison, a winch paramedic, recounts his deployment to Morocco with UKISAR (U.K. International Search and Rescue) following the...

Outer Hebrides Medicine: A Rural Doctor's Challenges and Rewards with Kate Dawson

05 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us in this episode is the remarkably resourceful Kate Dawson, a rural general practitioner who has cared for the rugged Scottish islands of Ui...

Running to the Extreme: Amy Boalch Talks Medicine in Endurance Sports

27 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us in this episode is the remarkably knowledgeable Amy Boalch, a GP trainee with an inexhaustible passion for sports, exercise medicine, and t...

Combatting Stress with Comedy: A Tactical Approach in Military Service with Tyler Butterworth

20 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we sit down with the multifaceted Tyler Butterworth, an Army National Guard member with an impressive resume including roles as an EMT...

Expedition Medic Ben Cooper: "A £1 bandage could have saved his finger and $70,000" - Field Strategies for Treating Injuries

13 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, expedition medic Ben Cooper shares cautionary tales revealing why you should never skip basic wound care in the wilderness. You’ll ...

Extreme Nutrition for Extreme Conditions with Ben Turner

06 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you're preparing for a high-altitude climb, running an ultramarathon, or embarking on a demanding expedition, today's episode is packe...

Delivering Healthcare Against the Odds: A Flight Surgeon's Insightful East African Missions - Marc-David Munk

30 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we dive deep into the extraordinary experiences of Marc-David Munk, an emergency doctor who served as a flight surgeon in 11 East Afri...

Raising Explorers: The Impact of Wilderness Journeys on Kids with Gem Aldridge

23 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

On this episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Gemma Aldridge, whose expertise as a practice development nurse and mountain leader fuels our co...

Braving the Elements: Life-Saving Missions in Alaska with John Davis

16 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode prepare to embark on a journey through John's vast experiences, from the intense heat of desert operations to the cruel cold of hi...

Wisdom for My Younger Self with Jon Politis: A Leader's Reflections

09 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode our host Kevin Grange, speaks to Jon Politis, a veteran in emergency medical services, a backbone of EMS education, and a leader who&#...

007: Road to a Million, Reality TV, Medical Career, and Life on the Edge with Jen Dorward

08 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we sit down with Jen Dorward, a fascinating guest who takes us on a journey through her experiences as an Advanced Nurse Practitioner...

Biometric Breakthroughs in Extreme Environments with Chris Imray and Nat Taylor

02 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're thrilled to have two key figures in the field of extreme medicine join our host Sarah Spelsberg: Dr Chris Imray and Dr Nat T...

Extreme Medicine: Challenging Moments on the Inside Passage with Barry McKenna

28 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode, we have a fascinating discussion with Dr. Barry McKenna. We will be delving into his epic Inside Passage charity kayak expedit...

From Los Angeles to Uganda: Enhancing Medical Systems Globally with Puneet Gupta

21 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Puneet Gupta is a seasoned professional in the niche but vital field of tactical and search and rescue medicine, a journey that started in the diverse...

Navigating Healthcare, 10 months in South Sudan: An Insider’s View with Dr. Matthew Jones

19 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today, we're diving deep into the experiences of Dr. Matthew Jones, who courageously spent ten intense months offering medical services in South S...

Mastering Extreme Temperatures: Taryn Anderson's Desert Insights

14 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we're diving into the immense challenges and nuances of desert medicine with none other than Taryn Anderson, an experienced nurse ...

Conquering Challenges and Inspiring Change: The Expedition Leader's Journey with James Dyer

12 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we have a captivating conversation with James Dyer, a renowned adventurer, and expedition leader. With an extensive background spannin...

Space Medicine Redefined: Education for the Final Frontier with Erik Antonsen and Dana Levin

07 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Joining us today are podcast host Dr Shawna Pandya, Dr Erik Antonsen, and Dr Dana Levin, pioneers in the field of space medicine, to dissect the curre...

The Summit of Survival: Gaby Nel's Dangerous Ascent of Everest

06 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Today we are joined by Dr. Gaby Nel, who has conquered not only insurmountable peaks but also the boundaries of human resilience and courage. An empow...

Accident, Resilience, and Return: Dr. Luke Mueller's Journey

30 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

On today's episode we have an emergency medicine doctor, Dr. Luke Mueller, sharing his harrowing story of survival following a mountaineering acci...

Life Amidst Conflict: Ukraine from the Frontlines with David Stanton and Shawn Brodzik

29 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this conversation, we will examine some of the current reflections on the Ukraine crisis with David and Shawn. We will examine what it is currently...

The ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine 2nd Edition with Clare Bosanko

28 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we will look at the recent changes to the newly revised second edition of ABC of Prehospital Emergency Medicine. We will examine some...

Conquering High-Pressure Situations: Mike Lauria on Emergency Reflex Action Drills

23 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Our host Kevin Grange is joined by Mike Lauria. Mike is not just an emergency medicine physician, but also served in the US Air Force as a pararescuem...

Resuscitation Council: Responder Wellbeing with Matt Walton

21 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In today's episode we delve into the critical topic of responder wellbeing. We are joined by Matt Walton who offers insights into the psychologica...

Navigating the High Seas: Medical Challenges and Adventures in Offshore Sailing with Jamie Jordan

03 Nov 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the World Extreme Medicine Podcast! In today's episode, this time, we dive into the world of composed sailing medicine with our sp...

Remote Realities: Tales of Treating Patients in the Unforgiving Terrain of the Himalayas with Matthew Bloch

24 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome back to the World Extreme Medicine podcast, where we delve into fascinating and sometimes unexpected stories from the world of expedition medi...

Remote Healthcare Experiences: From Mali to the Scottish Highlands, Tales of Adventure and Challenges with Marcus Stevens

17 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we speak to our new World Extreme Medicine host Marcus Stevens.  Marcus is a GP with a longstanding interest in expedition and remot...

Everest 2023: The Season of Death with Benjamin Alba | Part 2

12 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to part two of the conversation between Dr. Ffyon Davies, and Dr. Benjamin Alba. Ben has gone on to be the doctor for an Everest Base Camp tre...

Everest 2023: The Season of Death with Benjamin Alba

10 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the World Extreme Medicine Podcast. Our host, Dr. Ffyon Davies, an emergency medicine and expedition doctor, speaks with Dr. Benjamin Alba....

Combat Civilian - in conversation with Gilbert Greenall on humanitarian disaster response

03 Oct 2023

Contributed by Lukas

From the jungles of Cambodia during the final days of the Khmer Rouge in 1979 to the chaos of Baghdad in 2016, Combat Civilian is the powerful story o...

From X to Excellence with Dan Dworkis

26 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the World Extreme Medicine podcast. In today's conversation, we'll tackle a complex question: How do we define excellence in emerge...

The Libyan Floods with Mohamed Abu Breeg

20 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, we will hear from Mohamed Abu Breeg about the recent flooding in and around the Libyan coastal city of Derna. In the early hours of S...

Penthrox in the expedition environment with Will Duffin

15 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode we will look at the benefit and utility of Methoxyflurane, more commonly known as Penthrox. Penthrox is a volatile, self-administered ...

Evolving Military Medicine - beyond TCCC Preparing the future Medics with Abraham “Boxxy” Boxx

12 Sep 2023

Contributed by Lukas

We speak to some of the most extreme medics in some of the world's most remote locations, due to this there can sometimes be an issue with sound q...