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World Extreme Medicine PodcastShoulder Dislocations in the Wild: Kayaking, Kit, and Critical DecisionsIn this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, WEM's Sarah Spelsberg is joined by emergency physician and seasoned kayaker Robert Knopp to explore what happens when outdoor adventure meets unexpected injury.Together, they dive into shoulder dislocations in the wilderness; from real-life field reductions to improvised rescue gear, and what every paddler or outdoor leader should know before they head out.Whether you're a medical professional, adventure athlete, or just someone who likes to play in wild places, this episode brings practical insight and powerful storytelling that could one day make all the difference.2025-06-0358 min
Previously Learnt : Life Lessons From Notable PeopleYou Can Do Anything - Dr Sarah Spelsberg, Extreme & Wilderness DoctorOn this episode we had the absolute joy to sit down and chat with Dr Sarah Spelsberg.Sarah is a Doctor and Fellow of Extreme & Wilderness Medicine.Sarah works in the most remote outposts providing exceptional medicine under extreme circumstances - I am talking about medevacs in Artic Hurricanes and even medevacs by flying over an erupting volcano.This was a brilliant and inspiring chat, packed full of life lessons, including : You can do anythingForging your own pathNot giving upTaking chargeDelivering bad newsSlow is smooth, smooth...2025-05-1845 minWorld Extreme Medicine PodcastFrom Antarctica to Tonga: Faye Lee on Conservation Medicine in NamibiaNote: 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 that?!), there are some moments where the sound fluctuates.
We believe the incredible content and unique perspective from (literally) the other side of the world was worth preserving, even if the audio isn't perfect.
Thanks for understanding - sometimes catching our guests between adventures means working with what we've got!
Join Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews emergency physician and global adventurer Faye Lee about the World Extreme...2025-01-2853 minWorld Extreme Medicine PodcastNASA's Earth Action Program: Space Technology Monitoring Global HealthJoin 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 address global health challenges.
Discover how satellite data is being used to track everything from air pollution and urban heat islands to disease outbreaks and extreme weather events.
Learn about NASA's free resources for healthcare professionals and scientists, and hear about opportunities for involvement through internships and collaborations.
Find out more: https://earth.gov
Please note: there is some 'clicking' sounds at the start of this session...2024-12-171h 02World Extreme Medicine PodcastWild Surgery: From Brain Surgery on Bears to Anaesthetising Tarantulas with Romain PizziJoin Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews pioneering wildlife veterinary surgeon Romain Pizzi, who has performed groundbreaking surgeries in nearly 50 countries across six continents.
From conducting the world's first keyhole appendectomy on a wild orangutan to performing brain surgery on a bear in the jungles of Laos, Romain shares incredible stories of improvising surgical equipment and pushing the boundaries of veterinary medicine in the most challenging environments.
In this episode, discover how Romain uses everything from mattress pumps to teaspoons to save endangered species, and hear firsthand accounts of operating in conflict zones, dealing with waking...2024-12-031h 05World Extreme Medicine PodcastSay Yes to Adventure: Faye Lee's Journey Through Extreme MedicineJoin Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews emergency physician Faye Lee, who has created an extraordinary medical career spanning from Antarctic research stations to expedition ships.
From performing emergency surgeries in remote locations to providing care on Indian reservations, Faye shares how embracing unconventional opportunities led her to practice medicine in some of the world's most extreme environments.
Learn how her "work hard, play hard" philosophy and willingness to say "yes" to unexpected challenges has shaped a fulfilling career combining adventure with meaningful medical practice.
This episode offers invaluable insights for healthcare professionals seeking...2024-11-051h 06World Extreme Medicine PodcastGrizzly Confidential: Respecting the Bear's World with Kevin GrangeJoin Sarah Spelsberg as she interviews Kevin Grange, firefighter paramedic and award-winning author, about his latest book "Grizzly Confidential."
Dive into the fascinating world of North America's most fearsome predator, exploring the challenges of human-bear coexistence, the importance of conservation, and the surprising intelligence of these magnificent creatures.
From Yellowstone to Alaska, Grange shares his experiences and insights, offering a unique perspective on our relationship with grizzly bears.
You can meet Kevin at this years World Extreme Medicine Conference!2024-10-0848 min
Trail Blazers100 Days Underwater: Hyperbaric Breakthroughs with Dr Joseph Dituri & Dr Sarah Spelsberg on Trail BlazersIn this episode of Trail Blazers, Johnny dives deep with two incredible guests—Dr. Sarah Spelsberg, Director of USA Field Operations for World Extreme Medicine, and Dr. Joseph Dituri, world record holder and retired US Navy Diving Officer.Together, they explore the groundbreaking world of hyperbaric medicine and underwater research, including Joseph's 100-day underwater mission “Neptune 100”, that not only set records but also advanced biomedical research and inspired thousands of students.Discover how this mission is shaping the future of science, medicine, and marine conservation. After today’s episode your mind will be left ‘spinning with possibilit...2024-09-1355 minWorld Extreme Medicine PodcastThriving Alone in the Wild with Teimojin TanSarah Spelsberg sits down with Teimojin Tan, emergency physician and participant on Season 9 of the hit survival show "Alone".
Teimojin shares insights from his time in the wilderness of Labrador, discussing his unique approach to survival medicine, the mental challenges of isolation, and how his experiences have shaped his medical practice.
From innovative uses of everyday items to the importance of resilience, this episode offers valuable lessons for both medical professionals and outdoor enthusiasts.2024-07-3056 minWorld Extreme Medicine Podcast"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 DaviesIn this episode, Sarah Spelsberg is joined by the brilliant Mabli Davies, an anaesthetics trainee and expert in women's health in extreme environments.
Mabli shares her personal experiences and research on managing menstruation, pregnancy, and reproductive health in the world's most challenging conditions.
Drawing from her master's dissertation on menstruation management and suppression in austere environments, Mabli provides invaluable insights, practical tips, and strategies for women facing physical, psychological, and environmental challenges during their menstrual cycles on expeditions.
The conversation delves into the importance of preparation, hygiene, fitness, and sleep in supporting women's...2024-05-1658 minWorld Extreme Medicine PodcastBiometric Breakthroughs in Extreme Environments with Chris Imray and Nat TaylorIn 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 Taylor. Dr. Imray, a seasoned vascular and renal transplant surgeon, and world leading frostbite expert, and Dr. Taylor, not only a GP for the British army but also an active member in the Girl Guide movement, will deep dive into the world of biometric monitoring in extreme environments.
How do devices perform in these environments compared to everyday use? What measures can be taken to improve their longevity and accuracy...2024-01-0249 minWorld Extreme Medicine PodcastFourth of July considerations in Emergency Medicine with Stephen WoodIn this session our newest podcast host Sarah Spelsberg speaks with Stephen Wood about emergency concerns and preventive warnings heading into the Fourth of July holiday in the US – a holiday renowned for increased trauma, burns, and explosive injuries - as well as how he balances his extreme/tactical medicine careers with his leadership, research and academia. Stephen proves that you really can have it all in your career.
Stephen is an acute care nurse practitioner and program director for the acute care nurse practitioner program and the new Extreme Medicine program at Northeastern University in Boston, Ma...2023-06-3054 min
The latest segments from Science FridayLiving Underwater For 100 Days, Refineries’ Excess Emissions, Owl Facts. June 9, 2023, Part 2Exposing Texas’ Excess Emissions Problems
In the early hours of August 22, 2020, Hurricane Laura was still just a tropical storm off the coast of the Leeward Islands in the Caribbean. But effects from the monstrous storm, which would ultimately take at least 81 lives, were already being felt on the U.S. Gulf Coast.
As rain poured down on the Sweeney refinery in Old Ocean, Texas, that afternoon, two processing units failed, releasing nearly 1,400 pounds of sulfur dioxide, which can cause trouble breathing, and other chemicals.
Over the next few days, Laura siphoned up moisture from the wa...2023-06-0947 min
World Extreme Medicine PodcastUltimate Tales of Remote Medicine with Sarah SpelsbergSarah Spelsberg is an Emergency medicine Physicians Assistant and Fellow of Extreme and Wilderness Medicine (FEWM), who has spent the last 4 years working in a remote outpost in the Aleutian Islands - sandwiched between the Pacific Ocean and the Bering Sea - a truly rugged place, where ‘The Deadliest Catch’ was filmed! Sarah's desire to challenge herself and her clinical skills has enabled her to push boundaries in remote medicine delivering exceptional medical care under extreme circumstances.
In this episode, host Dr Will Duffin and Sarah discuss remote and rural healthcare and Sarah’s experience of dealing with some very unconve...2021-05-1141 min