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(Another) ER Doctor's Ramblings on Coronavirus
These are polarizing times indeed! Here is one ER doctor's attempt to shed some light and a touch of reason on a confusing and hotly debated topic. Let us know your thoughts!
March 26, 2020
Phiz Biz: Aug & Sep - Exercise & Fitness Pearls
This Phiz Biz newsletter discusses the importance of exercise and the need for a USAF fitness assessment for pilots and aviators.
September 8, 2018
Medical Standards iOS (iPhone) App
Coming to an App Store near you! The 'Medical Standards' app was created by Capt Colby Uptegraft as a way to keep all your DoD medical standards in your pocket!
August 31, 2018
Phiz Biz: GFM Partners with USAF Aerospace Physiologists
Welcome to Phiz Biz! This newsletter packed with morsels of aerospace physiology tips was first created by a few USAF physiologists and technicians. Check it out today!
August 15, 2018
#AsMA2018 & THE FOAMed MOVEMENT
Free Open Access Medical Education (FOAMed) has revolutionized medical education by providing incredibly up to date free and entertaining content available to all. But why does aerospace medicine seem to be behind many other specialities?
July 6, 2018
Too Old to Fly? - Age Limits & Waivers for Military Pilots
One question I receive on the regularl is what the age limits are for pilots. This post will address this question and let you know...are you too old to fly?!
March 9, 2018
Pilot Education: LASER Exposure & Eye Injury
This blog post summarizes LASER eye injuries, but it is written for an audience of pilots and other aircrew at risk of these injuries. Learn how to prevent and treat these injuries before they happen!
December 6, 2016
Become an Aviation Medical Examiner Today!
An Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) is a doctor with specialized training in aerospace medicine and designated by the FAA to issue medical certificates. But how does an interested medical professional become an AME?
September 5, 2015
Spitfire 944 - WWII Flight Surgeon Footage
This fun blog post summarizes the short 14 minute documentary featured in the 2007 Sundance Film Festival and it won't leave you disappointed.
July 6, 2015
LASER Eye Injuries in Aircrew
LASER eye injuries are an ever-present threat to pilots and aircrew. This blog post covers the pathophysiology to these very unique threats to a pilot's vision.
May 23, 2015