High altitude pulmonary edema (HAPE) is a serious and potentially life-threatening condition that can occur at high altitudes, usually above 2,500 meters (8,202 feet). It is characterized by fluid accumulation in the lungs, leading to difficulty breathing and a decreased ability to oxygenate the blood. HAPE is thought to be caused by the reduced air pressure and low oxygen levels at high altitudes, which can cause the blood vessels in the lungs to constrict and impair blood flow. This leads to an increase in pressure in the pulmonary arteries, causing fluid to leak out of the blood vessels and ..read more

Malaria is a disease caused by parasites that are transmitted to humans through the bites of infected mosquitoes. It is a significant public health problem that has affected people for centuries and has had a significant impact on history. One of the earliest recorded instances of malaria is in the writings of ancient Greek and Roman physicians, who described a disease that was characterized by fever, chills, and sweating. The disease was likely present in many parts of the world at this time, but it was especially prevalent in tropical and subtropical regions. Throughout history, malaria has ..read more

At ExpedMed, we are committed to bringing together the best faculty in the world to teach wilderness and expedition medicine. Our 2023 event that will be held in Little Rock, Arkansas, from April 21-22, 2023, is already shaping up to be one of our best events on record. In addition to our previously mentioned faculty, we are happy to announce the addition of Dr. Seth Hawkins to our faculty list. Dr. Hawkins is an Emergency Medicine physician with extensive experience teaching wilderness medicine and leading EMS crews into remote and austere regions. He is the chief editor of the text Wilderne ..read more

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The agenda for the 2023 Expedition Medicine National Conference is now posted! We are pleased to include a number of interesting and diverse topics covering wilderness medicine, tropical medicine, travel medicine, snake envenomations, medical evacuations, and more. Please refer to the agenda below for the full list of topics and speakers for our upcoming conference! Friday, April 21st, 2023 8:00-9:00 am  The Expedition Physician, Donner 9:00-10:00 am  Malaria, Townes 10:00-10:15am  Break 10:15-11:15 am  Backcountry Medical Kits, Donner 11:15-12:15 pm  Travel Vaccines ..read more

Heart-breaking video last night of Buffalo Bills player Damar Hamlin collapsing on the football field, receiving cpr, then being taken to the hospital by ambulance. No one knows for certain what caused the collapse, but many medical professionals are suspecting a condition called commotio cordis. The American Heart Association introduced commotio cordis in a recent journal article as, “Commotio cordis is a phenomenon in which a sudden blunt impact to the chest causes sudden death in the absence of cardiac damage. This condition was first described in the middle of the 18th century in the cont ..read more

The Rolex Submariner is a dive watch that was introduced by Rolex in 1953. It is considered one of the most iconic and recognizable watches in the world, and has been worn by a wide range of people, from deep sea divers to movie stars. The Submariner was developed in response to the needs of professional divers, who required a reliable and accurate timepiece that could withstand the rigors of underwater use. The watch was designed to be water-resistant to a depth of 100 meters (330 feet), and featured a unidirectional bezel that could be used to track elapsed time while diving. One of the key ..read more

The Explorers Club is an international organization that was founded in New York City in 1904. The club was established to promote the scientific study of exploration and to encourage the sharing of knowledge and resources among explorers. The club's founders were a group of scientists, adventurers, and explorers who were interested in advancing the field of exploration and increasing public understanding of the natural world. Among the club's early members were famous explorers such as Robert Peary, who was the first person to reach the North Pole, and Richard Byrd, who was the first person t ..read more

Jim Corbett was a British hunter and conservationist who is best known for his work in India, where he played a crucial role in the conservation of the Bengal tiger and other wildlife species. Corbett was born in India in 1875, and grew up in the Kumaon region of the Himalayan Mountains. From an early age, he developed a love for the outdoors and a deep appreciation for the natural world. He began hunting as a means of providing for his family, but quickly became concerned about the impact that hunting was having on the local wildlife populations. In the early 20th century, Corbett became invo ..read more

The legend of the yeti, also known as the "abominable snowman," is a mythical creature that is said to inhabit the Himalayan mountain range in Asia. The legend of the yeti has a long and storied history, dating back to ancient times. The first recorded mention of the yeti is found in Tibetan and Nepalese folklore, where the creature is known as the "mirka." The mirka is described as a large, ape-like creature with long, shaggy fur and a strong, musky odor. It is said to inhabit the high, snowy mountains and to be highly elusive, rarely seen by humans. The legend of the yeti gained widespread a ..read more