World Extreme Medicine will be hosting its conference later this year

he term ‘Extreme Medicine’ was first coined by World Extreme Medicine founder Mark Hannaford FRGS FRSA from Plymouth in Devon, UK, and describes the practise of medicine in remote, inhospitable and challenging environments. This is the aim of the World Extreme Medicine Conference; bringing together those with experience in this type of situation to share their knowledge and expertise and improve the level of care given.

Medicine is constantly pushed to new limits, becoming increasingly effective and advanced. Within this development of modern medicine, there stands a niche group of medical professionals carrying out lifesaving procedures in some of the world’s most dangerous and harsh settings.

From Friday November 23 2018 to Sunday November 25 2018, World Extreme Medicine will be hosting its conference in Edinburgh for doctors and medical minds to come together and share their experiences of medicine in extreme environments. The conference promotes cross-disciplinary working and attracts over 800 professionals annually, with this year set to be the biggest yet. The organisers are looking for potential sponsors to support the conference and be a part of this significant global medical community.

The venue for the World Extreme Medicine Conference is Dynamic Earth in Edinburgh, Scotland, a city known for its innovation and creativity. World Extreme Medicine is located in Axminster, Devon and some of their training courses are conducted in the local area including historic maritime city, Plymouth.