Journal of the Royal Naval Medical Service
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The specialty training application process can be a challenging time, and adequate preparation is essential. With the resources available, and with appropriate guidance from colleagues, experiences gained as a General Duties Medical Officer (GDMO) can be used to produce a highly competitive application. This paper aims to to provide guidance for Medical Officers (MOs) applying for specialty training.
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Biography Historical Article
Surgeon Commander W.D. (Bill) McNicoll FRCS RN (Retd), 1940-2014.
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Review
Optimising the management of severe Traumatic Brain Injury in the military maritime environment.
Severe Traumatic Brain Injury (sTBI) is a devastating cause of morbidity and mortality, especially among those aged less than 45 years. Advances in clinical practice continue to focus on preventing primary injury through developing ballistic head and eye protection, and through minimising secondary brain injury (secondary prevention). ⋯ Strategies for the management of sTBI in the maritime environment should be in keeping with current best evidence. Provision of specialist interventions for sTBI in military maritime environments may require alternative approaches matched to the skills of the staff and environmental restrictions.