Life Over Limb: Field Amputation, Preparing for the Unthinkable

Dr. Avery McKenzie interviews Dr. Eric Adler, regional medical director for Flight for Life, about the challenging and rare procedure of field amputations. They discuss the importance of being prepared for the unexpected, the steps involved in developing a protocol for such emergencies, and the logistical challenges faced during the process. Dr. Adler shares insights from real-life cases and emphasizes the critical need for planning and knowing the resources available in urgent scenarios.   00:00 Emergency Field Amputation: A Real-Life Scenario 00:25 The Reality of Unlikely Medical Emergencies 02:04 Introducing Today's Episode and Guest 04:26 Dr. Eric Adler's Experience and Protocol Development 05:46 Indications and Procedures for Field Amputation 10:50 Challenges in Creating a Field Amputation Protocol 14:23 Final Thoughts and Preparedness   Resources Website show notes link (picture of the kit and copy of the protocol): https://emspodcast.com/life-over-limb-field-amputation-preparing-for-the-unthinkable/ Other episodes you might like: Episode 31- You Were Taught Wrong, Traumas Not Algorithmic Gear We Like Good Stethoscope - https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Good Shears - https://amzn.to/40FROuF or https://amzn.to/3ChZ4Tn  Notepad for taking notes on calls - https://amzn.to/3Z1X21J Sunglasses - https://frontline-optics.com/discount/EMSCAST15 Books we recommend -  The Dichotomy of Leadership - https://amzn.to/4fiCAjN Extreme Ownership - https://amzn.to/3O1FWfa  Managing the Unexpected: Sustained Performance in a Complex World -        https://amzn.to/3V7BwYf Thinking Fast and Slow - https://amzn.to/4fiJG85 A Thousand Naked Strangers: A Paramedic's Wild Ride to the Edge and Back -  https://amzn.to/3YJJrf2 Guest/Cast/Crew information- Guest- Erik Adler Host- Ross Orpet, Avery Mackenzie Catch up with us after the show Instagram- @emscast Website- www.emspodcast.com   Interested in The Loud & Clear Fellowship? Book a free coaching call with us: emspodcast.com/free-coaching-call American Burn Association / ABLS: Enter the ABLS giveaway by June 30, 2026; the winner will be selected July 1, 2026. Loud & Clear listeners also get 10% off ABLS Now through August 31, 2026. Details: https://bit.ly/aba-loud-clear