In-Flight Medical Emergencies

Jose V. Nable, MD, is Assistant Professor of Emergency Medicine at Georgetown University School of Medicine and Medical Director at Georgetown Emergency Response Medical Service. William Brady, MD, is Professor of Emergency Medicine at the University of Virginia School of Medicine and Operational Medical Director of Albemarle County Fire Rescue. He has worked extensively in travel medicine and related inflight medical events.

lt;p>Introduction.- Pathophysiology of Flight.- Medicolegal Issues Arising from Inflight Medical Emergencies in Commercial Travel.- International Flight Considerations.- In-Flight Evaluation and Management of Cardiac Illness.- Respiratory Emergencies.- Neurological Illness.-  Psychiatric Emergencies.- Pediatric Considerations.- Obstetrics and Gynecology Considerations.- Infectious Disease.- Other Presentations.- Preflight Medical Clearance.- Preflight Therapies to Minimize Medical Risk Associated with Commercial Air Travel.- Ground Based Medical Support.- Use of Commercial Aircraft for Emergency Patient Transport.- Responding As a Non-Physician Healthcare Provider.

"In-Flight Medical Emergencies: A Practical Guide to Preparedness and Response is a practical guide for health care professionals encountering medical emergencies during commercial flights. It is helpful and informative ... ." (Didier Payen, Anesthesia & Analgesia, Vol. 128 (28), February, 2019)

"It is written primarily for physicians, in any specialty and nurses, but it does include a chapter for other healthcare providers who travel by air. ... This is a concise, comprehensive overview for in-flight medical emergencies. It covers systems-based complaints, but also addresses legal issues and other considerations including pre-flight clearance and interactions with ground-based medical services. The book is substantial, even including basic science pathophysiology related to airplane travel." (Michael D. Zwank, Doody's Book Reviews, September, 2018)