Diploma of Remote Medical Practice

   RMI has been negotiating with Middlesex University to grant a Diploma for the wilderness and remote courses. Currently, we are still discussing terms, conditions and pricing but it looks like things will fall into place.
   The structure of the diploma will follow the WEFR/REMT courses and hopefully allow for clinical placements in Dublin, London or Croatia. Those details will emerge later in 2012. The basis of the diploma is outlined below.

The importance of the Pain Scale

   Using your medical assessment skills in remote areas can be challenging. You are limited to what kit you have available and often find yourself with not much more than just your wits and training to deal with traumatic injuries.

Pelvic Fractures in Remote Areas

   For those who enjoy extreme sports such as rock climbing, mountain biking, abseiling, parachuting, paragliding and mountaineering the rewards far outweigh the risks. Still the risks for major injuries are ever present.
   This week we are going to focus on injuries to the pelvis.