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NOTARZT 2001; 17(6): 179-181
DOI: 10.1055/s-2001-18900
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Die Rolle des (Not-)Arztes bei der Beratung und Begleitung privater und kommerzieller Expeditionen

Notwendigkeit für eine bessere Ausbildung!The Role of the Physician in Preparing, Advising or Accompaning Private or Commercial Treks, Necessity for a Better TrainingS.  Hearns1 , A.  Exadaktylos2
  • 1Frontline Medical Services LTD, Glasgow, Scotland
  • 2Notfallzentrum, Inselspital Bern, Universität Bern, Schweiz
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06 December 2001 (online)

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Zusammenfassung

Die zunehmende Anzahl von Expeditionen und Reisen in entfernte Länder und Gebiete stellt neue Herausforderungen an Arzt und Technik. Eine gründliche Vorbereitung ist unabdingbar und oft lebensrettend.

Abstract

An increasing number of expeditions and treks are exploring Europe and the rest of the world. The welfare of the travellers is often in the hands of an advising or accompanying doctor. Sufficient preparation and risk assessment is necessary and often lifesaving.

Schlüsselwörter

Reise - Expedition - Arzt - Recht - Ausbildung

Key words

Travel - Expedition - Physician - Medico legal - Training

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Dr. med. Aristomenis Exadaktylos

Notfallzentrum · Inselspital Bern

3010 Bern · Schweiz

Email: exaris@hotmail.com

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