To a layperson, survival medicine is often the practice of medical treatments by persons with little or no formal medical training. For instance, when someone is caught up in a mishap during a trekking mission in third world countries, survival medicine is administered while waiting for rescue personnel to turn up. In addition to providing first aid, definitive medical care and rehabilitation (if needed) will need to be provided by the one administering the treatments. Continue reading →

Let us begin this piece with a short disclaimer. The practice of medicine is something that should only be done by qualified professionals. Even during emergency situations, it really is better to do nothing than do a trial and error with a person’s life on the line. If you are considering a career in applied medicine, here are some suggestions for you. Continue reading →