Doctor on Board
ship's medicine chest and care on the water
$45.25
- Paperback
304 pages
- Release Date
2 June 2021
Summary
Doctor on Board: A Practical Guide to Maritime Medical Emergencies
A must-have book for serious sailors and weekend boaters, “Doctor on Board” is your essential guide for handling medical emergencies at sea. This comprehensive resource emphasizes critical areas such as head trauma, orthopedic injuries, and seasickness, providing clear treatment options for a range of situations.
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Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781493056637 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1493056638 |
| Author: | William Forgey |
| Publisher: | Rowman & Littlefield |
| Imprint: | Sheridan House |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 304 |
| Release Date: | 2 June 2021 |
| Weight: | 467g |
| Dimensions: | 230mm x 153mm x 21mm |
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About The Author
William Forgey
Veteran outdoor author William Forgey, M.D. is engaged in the full-time practice of family medicine and is a member of the board of trustees of the International Association for Medical Assistance to Travelers, a fellow of the Explorers Club, and a past president of the Wilderness Medical Society. A former Boy Scout scoutmaster and Medical Explorer Post and High Adventure Post advisor, he currently serves on the National Health and Safety Committee and as an advisory board member for the Northern Tier High Adventure Base for the Boy Scouts of America. He is the author of many wilderness medicine and camping books, including Basic Illustrated Wilderness First Aid (Falcon). He lives in Crown Point, Indiana.
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