Dr Shehan Hettiaratchy

George Graham, Executive Director at Save the Children, and Shehan Hettiaratchy, a paediatric blast injury expert at Imperial College, discuss the alarming rise in child casualties due to explosive weapons. They highlight how modern conflicts utilize more destructive technologies and urban warfare tactics, leaving children uniquely vulnerable. The guests explore the societal impacts of these casualties, gaps in long-term outcome research, and the need for better accountability measures to protect civilians, especially children, in war zones.

Dr. Shehan Hettiaratchy, a lead trauma surgeon at Imperial College Healthcare, shares fascinating insights on the challenges facing Ukraine's healthcare system amidst conflict. He highlights the innovative adaptations in medical response, including digital health advancements. The conversation also touches on the staggering Russian troop losses, now at 434,000, and the implications for military strategy. Finally, Hettiaratchy addresses the growing need for international cooperation to rebuild healthcare infrastructure in wartime Ukraine.