Podcast 165: 10 Year PFC update with Jamie, Sean and Paul
Today I chat with the Godfathers of PFC and discuss the concept of Prolonged Field Care (PFC) and its importance in military and civilian medical settings. It highlights the need for PFC in situations where evacuation is delayed or not possible, and the challenges faced by medics in providing care in such scenarios. The conversation also explores the civilian analog of PFC and the importance of risk management and training. It emphasizes the principles and evidence-based medicine behind PFC and the need for creativity and improvisation. The conversation concludes with gratitude towards the community involved in advancing PFC.
Takeaways
- Prolonged Field Care (PFC) is essential in situations where evacuation is delayed or not possible, and medics need to provide extended care to patients.
- The concept of PFC is not limited to the military and has applications in civilian medical settings as well.
- Risk management and training are crucial in preparing medics for PFC scenarios.
- Principles and evidence-based medicine form the foundation of PFC, and creativity and improvisation are key in finding solutions in resource-limited environments.
