Best Kat Branch Podcasts (2024)

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Finding a New Leisure Pursuit and Optimal Leisure Lifestyles with Prof Robert Stebbins 33:32

1+ y ago33:32

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The third and final part of An Audience with the Founder of Serious Leisure. What are the factors that affect our leisure choices? How can we discover new activities for ourselves? In this episode the founder of the Serious Leisure Perspective Professor Robert Stebbins talks through the impact of geography, culture, finance and personal affinity on…

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Serious Leisure Podcast trailer 1:18

1+ y ago1:18

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A 60 second taster of the Serious Leisure podcast to give you a flavour of what we discuss with our fascinating guests. Don't miss the next episode! Subscribe now! Reflecting on ways to balance work and wellbeing via leisure and hobbies. Produced at UWE Bristol.By Dr Petia Petrova, Kat Branch, Prof Sam Elkington

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Why We Keep Going When the Fun Stops with Prof R Stebbins 38:18

1+ y ago38:18

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This is the second part of An Audience with the Founder of Serious Leisure. Ever hit a wall with your favourite leisure activity? We can be surprisingly resilient and persistent with our favourite leisure activities. In this episode the founder of the Serious Leisure Perspective Professor Robert Stebbins talks us through the blurry lines between wo…

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The History of Serious Leisure with Prof Robert Stebbins 31:24

1+ y ago31:24

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Part 1 of 'An Audience with the Founder of Serious Leisure'. Wondering where the term ‘Serious Leisure’ comes from? What do we mean by amateur or hobbyist and how might these labels help us understand leisure better? In this fascinating episode with the founder of the serious leisure perspective, Professor Robert Stebbins, we explore the origins of…

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What is Serious Leisure and Why it Matters... 1:01:56

2y ago1:01:56

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Get to know the hosts of the Serious Leisure podcast in this entertaining reflection on our past episodes, highlighting the funniest and most touching moments so far, whilst explaining a bit more about what Serious Leisure means and why it matters for all of us. Don't miss the next episode! Subscribe now! Reflecting on ways to balance work and well…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: What is Serious Leisure? 49:25

2y ago49:25

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This episode features the three podcast hosts: Dr Petia Petrova (Associate Director of Academic Practice at UWE Bristol), Kat Branch (Leader of UWE Bristol’s Centre for Music) and Dr Sam Elkington (the co-author of ‘The Serious Leisure Perspective’, Teesside University). We introduce our live audience to the origins of the podcast and the concept o…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: The Power of Playfulness 55:58

2y ago55:58

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In this episode two people with very serious jobs explain the importance of playfulness and a space to be silly in maintaining personal and professional wellbeing. Judith Ritchie, Faculty Director for Quality Enhancement and Standards, and Dr Petia Petrova, Associate Director of Academic Practice are both based at UWE Bristol. They discuss the joy …

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Pediatric Update by Dr. Nadia Pearson 52:49

2y ago52:49

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Hear the latest for the littles from pediatric EM physician Dr. Nadia Pearson. Support the show

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: What Can Social Prescribing Teach Us About Leisure? 52:00

2y ago52:00

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Social Prescribing projects are now being used across the UK to respond innovatively and holistically to our mental health needs through activities typically associated with leisure. We speak to the social prescribing programme co-ordinator at UWE Bristol, Marie Pring, along with Senior Lecturers in Psychology Dr Liz Jenkinson and Dr Nicola Holt wh…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Fly Fishing Professors 47:25

2y ago47:25

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In this episode we hear from Dr Richard Waller, Associate Professor of the Sociology of Education, and Jon Dovey, Professor of Screen Media at UWE Bristol. They talk to us about their mutual love of fly fishing. Through our guests' intriguing, lyrical stories we enter the hidden world of a fascinating, niche leisure activity whilst hearing familiar…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: ABEM Update by Dr. Dave Barry 33:52

2y ago33:52

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GSACEP and military medical legend Dr. Dave Barry shares an update on ABEM's activities at GSS 2022. GSACEP was deeply saddened to hear about the passing of Dr. Barry earlier this week. We treasure this opportunity to hear his voice once again and learn from this incredible physician, educator, and leader. Support the show…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: 12 Days in Kabul by Dr. Kat Landa 58:18

2y ago58:18

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Dr. Landa shares her experience at Kabul International Airport during the American evacuation and Abbey gate MASCAL event. Support the show

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Hold Your Horses 56:21

2y ago56:21

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What happens when your leisure time involves stubborn personalities (horses!), stormy weather and midnight births (sheep!)? In this episode we hear from UWE Bristol Student Caseworker Amanda Headley-White and Senior Lecturer Dr Alison Miles who share moving stories about the challenges and triumphs of spending time away from work with those with fo…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Why Leisure Matters 57:06

2y ago57:06

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After a hiatus we return with Season 2 of the podcast. We start with a live episode recorded during the UWE Bristol Festival of Learning, featuring lively discussions with Dr Fiona Jordan, Associate Dean – Strategic Partnerships, and the audience about why the leisure conversation is central to our collective wellbeing. Plus we share strategies for…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Long Range Medicine by CAPT Travis Deaton, MD 56:08

2y ago56:08

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Bringing Things to Life 56:00

2y ago56:00

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In Episode 8 ‘Bringing Things to Life’ we meet Dr Matt Wood (Lecturer in Social Psychology at UWE Bristol) who alongside his lecturing career is also a puppeteer. We delve into the wonder and magic of the art of bringing inanimate objects to life and the intense focus and skill of this rare art form. Matt also helps us understand the tensions aroun…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Afghanistan Evacuation Mission Panel Discussion 1:16:59

2y ago1:16:59

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GSACEP emergency physicians reflect on the fall of Kabul and the evacuation of Afghanistan in the final days of the US presence. Featuring Dr. Katrina Landa, MD; Travis Callahan, PA-C ; Andrew Chambers, RN; Dr. Roderick Fontenette, MD; Dr. Matthew Streitz, MD How to Claim CME for this Lecture: This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. …

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Djing like Csíkszentmihályi 56:36

2y ago56:36

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In this episode we hear from Justin Iriajen about the euphoria and relaxation of spending time on the decks. Whether connecting with a crowd or recharging alone, Justin explains why this unique art form is an essential part of his work/life balance. Not sure how to pronounce the title of this episode? It’s DJ -ing like ‘chick-sent-me-high’, the nam…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Pediatric Updates by Dr. Nadia Pearson 52:49

2y ago52:49

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How to Claim CME for this Lecture: This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com 2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link. 3. Evaluate the meeting. 4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the showBy GSACEP

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Ultra Leisure 47:12

2y ago47:12

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In Episode 9 ‘Ultra Leisure’, Teesside University’s Sharon Gayter (Lecturer at Teesside University Business School), and UWE Bristol’s Jaroslaw Turif (Senior Lecturer - Learning Disabilities Nursing) introduce us to the elite world of ultra-running where races last for days and cross some of the world’s most hostile landscapes. Find out what draws …

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Jazz and Business School 1:02:23

2y ago1:02:23

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How did two Marketing and Management experts end up as jazz musicians on the side? In this unusual episode we hear how Noel Dennis kept up a lifelong passion for jazz trumpet together with his academic career in marketing and management, importing improvisation skills from music into management training, whilst also running a jazz band. Tim Hughes …

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Wearables: Your Secret to Unlocking your Wellness by Dr Andrea Austin 28:36

2y ago28:36

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How to Claim CME for this Lecture: This lecture is eligible for 0.5 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com 2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link. 3. Evaluate the meeting. 4. Print, download, or save your certificate for your records. Support the showBy GSACEP

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Do What Makes You Happy 1:14:16

2y ago1:14:16

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‘Do what makes you happy – possibility or pipe dream?’ We investigate the elusive reality of combining work and leisure interests into a single meaningful approach to life through the life story of social entrepreneur, writer and lecturer Roger Griffith MBE. As a black British man Roger shares his extraordinary story from dropping out of school in …

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Creativity Takes Courage 55:14

2y ago55:14

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In this episode we explore the personal journeys and professional breakthroughs of two academics who are also involved in visual arts and crafts. Dr Rob Grieve (Senior Lecturer in Physiotherapy at UWE Bristol) unpacks his journey initially as a cartoonist to printmaking/painting, and finding the balance between enjoying recognition and creating art…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Where do I go from here? Career transitions and opportunities. by Col Max Lee, MD 51:11

2y ago51:11

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Col Max Lee shares the opportunities that come at crossroads in your military career. How to Claim CME for this Lecture: This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com 2. Click on the 2022 Annual Conference - Enduring only link. 3. Evaluate the meeting. 4. Print, download, or save your certificat…

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Accidental Poets 59:37

2+ y ago59:37

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How does an activity you start doing alone in your home snowball into a vibrant, active group of people, generating, sharing and critiquing ideas? In this episode we hear how Dr Emmanuel Adukwu and Father Immanuel Unekwu-Ojo Ogu journeyed from writing poetry for an audience of one, to creating a dynamic and nurturing writing collective that reaches…

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FROM THE ARCHIVE: Going Pro 52:44

2+ y ago52:44

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What happens if you get the chance to transform your serious leisure into a full time career change? Would you take the leap? In this episode we hear from Sara Hale, Deputy Head of Law, in her final weeks at UWE Bristol. Sara tells us about leaving her academic role to become a full time netball coach. But can we still recharge through activities i…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: The History and Future of Emergency Medicine by Dr Gillian Schmitz 40:25

2+ y ago40:25

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ACEP President and GSACEP member Dr. Gillian Schmitz shares how we evolved to this current time in emergency medicine and priorities going forward as our specialty continues to serve patients and our nation. How to Claim CME for this Lecture: This lecture is eligible for 1.0 Cat 1 CME Credits. 1. Go to http://gsacep.cmecertificateonline.com 2. Clic…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Thicker Than Water: Blood Product Resuscitation in the Operational Environment by Meaghan Keville, MD 26:17

2+ y ago26:17

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Dr. Meaghan Keville, MD, is an emergency physician with Air Force Special Operations and currently a staff member at CSTARs Baltimore. She shares her experience with blood resuscitation in the deployed environment and lessons that will be filtering to the civilian world in the future. Support the show…

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Bees, Bugs and Growing Things 1:05:14

2+ y ago1:05:14

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In this soothing episode Louise Mighall and Dr Arthur Turner share their stories of escaping offices and lecture theatres for gardens and neglected wild city spaces. Louise describes how her interest in bee-friendly gardens which started by time spent outside with her young family, led to new friendships with neighbours and deeper personal contentm…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: The Damage Control Resuscitation Team Concept 54:34

2+ y ago54:34

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Dr. Dan Brillhart and Army Nurse Erick Thronson discuss our experiences integrating a 2 person Damage Control Resuscitation (DCR) Team into the manuever element Special Operations Forces (SOF) in austere environments in Africa. This DCR Team moved with the lead ground element on operations lasting from several hours to several weeks and provided ad…

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D&D: Adventures Real and Imagined 50:44

2+ y ago50:44

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Thought Dungeons & Dragons was so just a cartoon from the 1980s? Maybe you are already familiar with this classic role-playing game with fantasy creatures and many-sided dice! In this episode we hear from Martin Williams and George Howard who show us around this magical world where lifelong friendships and new connections flourish in the laughter a…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Soft Power and Military Emergency Medicine By CAPT John Devlin, MD 52:35

2+ y ago52:35

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CAPT John Devlin, MD shares lessons learned from USNS Comfort. Watch the full episode and join the conversation at https://gsacep.tradewing.com/event/uw7Q78sJ6Yv7sADbh Support the show

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Lifelong Learning by Dr. Scott Young 22:05

2+ y ago22:05

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How do you keep effectively adding new information to your brain throughout your life as an adult learner? Dr. Young, the Madigan Army Medical Center Residency Program Director, shares the latest science on what makes effective learning for adult learners, so you can maximize your efforts to get smarter every day. CME is no longer available for thi…

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GSS2022 Sim Wars Preview with Dr. Rod Fontenette 32:18

2+ y ago32:18

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How do you do medical Sim Wars in a pandemic? Listen to LtCol Rod Fontenette talk about creating a virtual Sim Wars the past two years for GSS. We are excited to welcome back our top teams from each service for the in person final round at GSS 2022 in Orlando this April 8-10. Join us for the best military emergency medicine conference in the world.…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Creating a POCUS Curriculum for SOF Medics Wells Weymouth, MD 12:31

2+ y ago12:31

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Point of Care ultrasound is moving from the radiology suite to the battlefield. Dr. Weymouth discusses creation of a medic centered point of care ultrasound curriculum and some brief case discussions. CME is no longer available for this lecture. However, GSACEP members can access the full presentation and slides at https://gsacep.tradewing.com/even…

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Freedom to drop in and out 1:09:04

2+ y ago1:09:04

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In this reassuringly relatable episode we hear from Emma Wingate and Laura Quick about the often hidden journey of making progress with something, dropping it and picking it up again. Through Laura’s ups and downs with Couch to 5k we explore how leisure gives us a safe space to stop and start whilst still experiencing satisfaction and enjoyment on …

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Hot to Clot: Anticoagulants and How to Reverse Them Gerald Maloney, DO 42:24

2+ y ago42:24

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Gerald Maloney, DO, CPPS, CHCQM, FACEP For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions&section=SESU5TWG5FMV7FZYX This lecture qualifies for 0.5 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How to claim CME for this podcast: Use this link to access the certificate process, you will need t…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: The Modern FRST: The Emergency Physician’s Role LTC Shane Summers 1:06:32

2+ y ago1:06:32

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Shane Summers, MD, is the Deputy Director, Army Trauma Training Center (ATTC) and is an Associate Professor Military and Emergency Medicine, USUHS. For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions&section=SES00442M4U09ZQ8B This lecture qualifies for 1.0 Category I Continuing Education…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Head in the Clouds: The Importance of Mindset Downrange, in the Hospital, and in Everyday Life 30:47

2+ y ago30:47

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Dr. Meaghan Keville is an Active Duty EM physician stationed at CSTARS Baltimore at the R. Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. Graduated USU in 2010 and then completed EM Residency at Wright Patterson AFB/Wright State University 2010-2013. She has been forward deployed with CCATT, TCCET and with a field surgical team in support of USSOCOM. In this le…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Getting What You Need 26:03

2+ y ago26:03

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Col John Wightman Professor and Chair, Department of Military & Emergency Medicine, Uniformed Services University Col Wightman offers very concrete tips on how to tackle common military problems. For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions&section=SESWQ2NDQF1L36S80 This lecture q…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Camo Chameleon: Capitalizing on Adaptability in Your Military Career 50:17

2+ y ago50:17

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COL (Ret) Missy Givens shares her surprising journey through the Army over her career, and insights into how to take advantages of opportunities to create a full and rewarding career in military emergency medicine. For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions&section=SESYRISFRH6ES…

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Reflections of Service in Afghanistan: Col (Ret) Edward Fieg, USAF 54:53

3y ago54:53

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Col (Ret) Edward Fieg spent one of his multiple deployments as an embedded advisor to an Afghan hospital, focused on improving the nation's capability to care for patients. He shares his reflections on his time in Afghanistan and how the end of the Afghanistan war has affected him. Read more about his time in Kandahar at https://drive.google.com/fi…

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Space Medicine and the Deconditioned Astronaut 24:31

3y ago24:31

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Col(s) Kristen Silvia is a board certified Emergency Medicine Physician, Flight Surgeon and currently Chief of Bioastronautics at Detachment 3, Human Space Flight Support Office, Patrick Space Force Base, Florida. She leads the DoD’s contingency medical operations for NASA and U.S. Space Command in support of U.S. crewed space flight programs. She …

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Deployment Toxicology by LtCol Joseph Maddry 1:04:03

3y ago1:04:03

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LtCol Joseph Maddry is an Air Force emergency physician and toxicologist. Here he shares the unique aspects of deployment toxicology. For access to the slides and to view the whole lecture, visit: https://pheedloop.com/GSS21/virtual/?page=sessions&section=SESMFXGA02OWN0GYV This lecture qualifies for 1.0 Category I Continuing Education Credits. How …

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GSACEP Career Corner: LCDR Stuart, Succeeding with the Marines and More 45:08

3y ago45:08

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Welcome to our first episode of the GSACEP Career Corner! We will highlight an individual's career path, with tips on how to succeed in varied military/federal assignments! Lieutenant Commander Stuart earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Microbiology at the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he commissioned through the Navy ROTC program. He…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Perfect Practice- Clinical Sustainment of the Modern Times: Knowledge, Skills and Abilities by LCDR Grace Landers and CDR Robert Oldt 30:06

3y ago30:06

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Are you curious about the recent buzz phrase, "Knowledge, Skills and Abilities" and maintenance of skills? Wonder about the requirements being developed to keep us ready to give care in a deployment environment? Would you like to be able to speak to your leadership and a possible employer regarding your skill sets? How do you defend that some of th…

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Reflections of Service in Afghanistan: Dr. Stephen Sample, MD 53:30

3y ago53:30

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Dr. Steve Sample and Dr. Torree McGowan reflect on the differences in their deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan, drawing on their shared experience as emergency medicine residents at SAUSHEC and their overlap in Balad. Dr. Stephen Sample, MD graduated from University of Louisville Medical School 2005, and completed his emergency medicine residency …

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GSACEP Lecture Series: Medical Decision Making in Austere Locations 1:17:16

3y ago1:17:16

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Dr. Regan Lyon and CPT Brian Thebaud share perspectives from their roles on embedded medical teams in some of the furthest forward medical care in current combat operations. Major Regan F. Lyon is an emergency medicine physician and Defense Analysis graduate student at the Naval Postgraduate School in Monterey, CA. Prior to starting graduate school…

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GSACEP Lecture Series: New Leader's Toolbox - Tips to Rock Your First Leadership Position 32:21

3y ago32:21

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Feeling unprepared for your first leadership position in your organization? Dr. McGowan will offer high yield tips from her experience as a medical director and military commander to set you up for success in your new job. She will explore a simple leadership model for use with peers and subordinates, offer strategies for successful meetings, and p…

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