257: Gaining Real World Medical Experience with Ben Garfin
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and Ben Garfin discuss the critical importance of clinical experience for combat medics. They explore the challenges and benefits of clinical rotations, the need for real-world experience, and the design …
249: Area Assessment: Planning with Mike
In this episode of the PFC Podcast, Dennis and Mike Hetzler delve into the intricacies of mission planning, particularly in the context of medical operations in foreign environments. They emphasize the importance of thorough preparation, understanding local medical …
211: Training Scars with John
In this conversation, Dennis and John discuss the current state of medical training, particularly in military contexts. They explore the shortcomings of existing training methodologies, emphasizing the need for a foundational knowledge base and a structured approach to …
196: Withdrawing Interventions with Dave
In this conversation, Dennis and Dave discuss procedures like cricothyroidotomy (cric) and chest tube placement in the context of extended care. They explore the challenges of managing patients with airway interventions and the importance of considering the context and resources available. They also discuss the criteria for removing a cric or chest tube and the potential complications that may arise. The conversation highlights the need for careful assessment and monitoring of patients to ensure optimal outcomes.
194: Prolonged Field Care Training with Rick and Paul
In this podcast episode, Dennis, Rick, and Paul discuss the challenges of training in the field of prolonged field care (PFC) and advanced medical training. They address the common problems of miscommunication and unrealistic expectations when it comes to training requests. The conversation covers topics such as setting realistic goals, creating effective scenarios, and the importance of having flexible and experienced instructors. They also discuss the value of worst-case scenario training and the need for integration of medical training into combat training. Overall, the episode emphasizes the importance of effective communication, realistic planning, and collaboration in training scenarios. The conversation focuses on the challenges of training and leading medical teams in high-stress situations. The speakers discuss the importance of team leadership and decision-making, as well as the need for continuous training and learning. They emphasize the value of starting with the basics and building a strong foundation before tackling more advanced skills. The conversation also touches on the importance of understanding the purpose behind medical procedures and equipment, as well as the need for real-world experience and clinical decision-making. Overall, the speakers highlight the need for realistic and practical training that prepares medics for the unpredictable nature of their work.
AEC is PFC!
The Austere Emergency Care Course is a prolonged field care course based on 10 years of knowledge gained from our original Prolonged Field Care Working Group and Ragged Edge Solutions’ experience and background in training military special operations to operate around the world without traditional medical Support. Over time, and after many inquiries by civilian/non-military clinicians it was realized that the need and demand signal is robust outside of the military. Just like PFC was developed as an adjunct for military medics once they reached the end of Tactical Combat Casualty Care (TCCC,) AEC was created with the civilian provider in mind once they reached the end of Tactical Emergency Casualty Care algorithms. From this Specialized Medical Standards and the Austere Emergency Care Course was born. Read more…