

Prolonged Field Care Podcast 153: What is a SOF Medic
Oct 16, 2023
Various military medics discuss the role of Special Operations Forces (SOF) medics, emphasizing their training and responsibilities. They highlight the extensive training and medical capabilities of SOF medics in austere environments with limited resources. The importance of trust between providers and medics, wound care and procedural sedation skills, and supporting and advocating for SOF medics are also discussed.
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Introduction
00:00 • 1min
SOF Medics: Roles and Responsibilities
01:29 • 12min
Training and Skills of SOF Medics
13:00 • 12min
Importance of Wound Care and Procedural Sedation Skills
25:26 • 2min
The Importance of Trust Between Providers and Medics
27:02 • 21min
Building Rapport and Caring for Others in a Challenging Field
47:36 • 6min
Supporting and Advocating for SOF Medics
53:48 • 19min
The Impact of Chain of Command and Research in the Field
01:12:51 • 2min
Supporting Medics and Advancing their Needs
01:14:54 • 3min