What’s In Your Med Kit? Expedition Pharmacology with Daniel Grace
Description
In this episode of the World Extreme Medicine Podcast, host Eoin Walker is joined by expedition doctor, GP, and WEM faculty member Daniel Grace to explore the essential medications needed for remote and high-risk environments.
From his recent work in Zambia, Daniel unpacks real-world pharmacology strategies: what drugs matter most, how to balance ideal vs. realistic care, and how to make limited supplies go further in the field.
Together, they discuss:
The non-negotiables in your expedition med kit
Adapting to extreme heat, altitude, and remote terrain
Pain management without controlled substances
Antibiotics, wound care, and infection control
Storage challenges in hot, cold, and humid conditions
Risk assessment, planning, and reach-back strategies
🎧 Listen now and gear up with practical insights from the front lines of expedition medicine.
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