title: A method for training combat medics during stability and support operations.
abstract: Regardless of the conflict situation, highly trained combat medics (medics assigned in maneuver units) are a combat multiplier for military operations. Keeping medics (and physicians) well trained and motivated has many challenges, and we propose a program of instruction in six different nationally recognized courses to address these concerns and achieve the objective of providing medical training in this environment. We tested our program during our recent deployment to Kosovo. A total of 138 certifications were given during a 30-day period to 90% of our population of 120 medics.
authors.affiliation: 3rd Brigade, 1st Infantry Division, APO AE 09112, Vilseck, Germany.
authors.forename: Jeffrey M
authors.initials: JM
authors.lastname: Callin
authors.forename: Todd
authors.initials: T
authors.lastname: Dombroski
mesh_terms: D000488:Allied Health Personnel / Q000193:education*; D002568:Certification / Q000379:methods*; D002983:Clinical Competence; D004632:Emergency Medical Services; D006801:Humans; D008887:Military Medicine / Q000193:education*; D014481:United States