10/23/2025
Not every case involves trauma or battlefield medicine.
This client had picked up a particularly nasty viral infection while traveling abroad. IV fluids, ondansetron, paracetamol, and supportive care helped stabilize him — but recovery required more than just standard treatment.
When working internationally, remember: bacteria and viruses vary by region. What’s “routine” back home may not be what local clinics are treating every day. That’s why it’s crucial to build local medical relationships and understand the regional disease landscape before you deploy or travel.
For medics — whether civilian, expeditionary, or military — 𝒕𝒓𝒂𝒖𝒎𝒂 𝒄𝒂𝒓𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒐𝒏𝒍𝒚 𝒉𝒂𝒍𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒆𝒒𝒖𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒐𝒏. The other half is understanding disease processes, differential diagnoses, and advanced medical life support. When you’re the only provider miles from definitive care, your ability to identify and manage infections, dehydration, and other medical conditions can make all the difference.
Stay sharp. Stay curious. Never stop learning. 🩺🌍