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The Introduction to Humanitarian Healthcare Course: Three Years On
In a time when being part of the digital age was more crucial than ever, as the world was grappling with the effects of the coronavirus pandemic, the Introduction to Humanitarian Healthcare Course was established in 2021 as a valuable new resource for members interested in learning more about humanitarian healthcare.
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In a leading move, the Faculty of Remote, Rural & Humanitarian Healthcare (FRRHH) has marked a significant milestone with the initiation of its second membership phase, having invited applications for the first of its kind prestigious awards recognising excellence in the field of remote, rural, and humanitarian healthcare.
Other FRRHH News
Specialising for Generalism: Reflections on a Rural Surgical Fellowship
- Published: 15 November 2023
Stuart J Fergusson reviews his Rural Surgical Fellowship ahead of work in the Shetland Islands. Stuart details the diverse experiences, procedures, and skills acquired during the fellowship, highlighting its role in meeting the unique healthcare needs of remote communities like the Shetland Islands.
FRRHH Celebrates 5 Years – Notable Members of the Faculty
- Published: 3 November 2023 | Tags:
- The Faculty
The Faculty of Remote, Rural and Humanitarian Healthcare (FRRHH) celebrates its five-year journey in November 2023, marking significant achievements during this brief period. Initially established as the Faculty of Remote & Rural Healthcare (FRRH), it incorporated Humanitarian in 2020, addressing the pressing need in healthcare to define and set standards for both medical and non-medical personnel delivering services in remote and rural and humanitarian environments.
The Role of a Clinical Advisor in a Humanitarian Organisation
- Published: 28 July 2023
Judith Kendell, FRRHH member, discusses her role as an advisor in Anaesthesia with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF), a humanitarian organisation providing medical care in conflict, disaster, remote and rural healthcare settings. The advisor's responsibilities include clinical work, teaching, and managerial tasks, while collaborating with other organisations to develop standards and guidelines for low-resource contexts.
World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine Conference
- Published: 27 July 2023
In May of this year a truly international and multidisciplinary group of disaster and emergency medicine champions gathered in Killarney, Ireland for the World Association for Disaster and Emergency Medicine Conference (WADEM). WADEM saw the presentation of research, an enthusiastic exchange of ideas, best practice and provided the opportunity to forge strong international connections.
Medilink - Developing Local Talent
- Published: 24 July 2023
Now more than ever, many countries recognise the need to grow and develop their national capabilities in a variety of fields towards an international standard. This is often particularly relevant in the area of the delivery of healthcare. Developing well trained doctors, medics, and nurses from local resources offers great benefit to industries operating in countries where traditionally there has been an overreliance on expatriates and foreign expertise.