SRTC Rogue Medic Podcast
Welcome to the Rogue Medic Podcast which is provided by Sergeant Rescue Training & Consulting. The Rogue Medic Podcast is hosted by Jason Tartalone & Jeff Kwiecien, where each month we could discuss anything from wilderness medicine & rescue to providership and field leadership! Our goal is to bring educational opportunities to our listeners and provide incite about topics we are passionate about! The Rogue Medic Podcast was started to reach our non-traditional and traditional EMS personnel. We also have set the mission to talk about different aspects of the job providing educational opportunities to refresher or update knowledge through the podcast! Want to know more about Sergeant Rescue? Head to our website at www.SergeantRescueTraining.com and you can see what we have to offer and what upcoming training events we have scheduled! If you have an idea for a topic that you would like to join us for or hear us talk about, or have any feedback for us, please reach out to us at Sergeant_RescueTng@outlook.com. Thanks for joining us!
SRTC Rogue Medic Podcast
Episode 35 - Venom & Voices
Venom and Voices: A Conversation with Dr. Ben Abo
In this thrilling and insightful episode, we’re joined by the legendary Dr. Ben Abo — emergency physician, medical toxinologist, and venomous animal expert. We dive deep into the world of envenomation's, snakebite medicine, and the vital role of medical voice and advocacy in wilderness and austere environments.
From his frontline experiences with venomous creatures to his work shaping national protocols and wilderness medicine education, Dr. Abo brings a unique blend of science, stories, and soul. Whether you're an EMS provider, SAR medic, or simply a curious mind, this episode is packed with real-world takeaways and unforgettable moments.
🩺 Topics include:
- Common myths and truths about snakebites
- Best practices in prehospital envenomation management
- The reality of venomous species in the U.S.
- Building better communication between field responders and toxicologists
- Why advocacy and education are critical to saving lives
Strap in — it’s an episode that bites back (in the best way).
Hosts: Jason "Big J" Tartalone & Jeff Kwiecien
Guests: Dr. Ben Abo - Venom 1 & 2 Florida
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