Wemcast

In this episode, Will Duffin is joined by Ffyon Davies, a fellow extreme medic, to discuss her most memorable moments in the field. They delve into her experiences in Mountain Rescue and as an Expedition Medic on Mount Kilimanjaro, which is considered one of the most challenging roles in the field. The conversation covers a range of topics including team dynamics, leadership, casualty management, wilderness fracture management, and more. They also explore how to tackle the unique challenges of expedition medical care such as preventing water from freezing at high altitudes and managing a spread-out group. Other important aspects discussed include understanding one's limits, vulnerability modeling, the significance of having a trusted colleague to confide in, and coping when one is struggling at altitude while others in the group need treatment. The episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice for anyone interested in extreme medicine. About Ffyon: Ffyon is an ED Registrar based in North Wales