The 26th edition of the course has concluded Combat Medicine, an intensive training program that saw the participation of 7 doctors and 8 nurses from the Navy.
From January 13th to February 7th, in the training areas of the marine brigade Saint Mark, participants faced a highly specialized path, in which theory and practice merged in an unprecedented experience of professional and personal growth.
The course, designed to deepen the NATO guidelines on tactical combat casualty care (TCCC), represents a fundamental operational tool for optimizing healthcare resources and reducing morbidity and mortality in critical situations.
During the training, participants honed essential lifesaving techniques, including the application of tourniquets and Israeli bandages, advanced airway management through intubations, cricotomies, and venous or intraosseous access.
Furthermore, they have addressed complex scenarios, such as triage in contexts of mass casualty (MasCal), response to CBRN (chemical, biological, radiological and nuclear) threats and health management in high-risk operational environments.
The course of Combat Medicine It is one of the most advanced and specialized training courses in the Navy's healthcare sector, thanks also to the high level of preparation and professionalism of the trainers coming from military hospital center of Taranto and other health facilities throughout the country.
One of the most significant aspects of the course was the interdisciplinary and collaborative approach, which encouraged discussion among participants, strengthening leadership and team spirit.
Every exercise – from simulating extrication from crashed vehicles to advanced patient management in a advanced medical post (PMA) – has proven to be a key testing ground for endurance, decision-making capabilities and operational adaptability.
To underline the importance of training in medical rescue in hostile and unconventional environments - also in support of populations affected by calamitous events - the health office of the command in chief of the naval squadron organized, in the final phase of the course, an exercise dedicated to the deployment and use of the PMA of the marine brigade Saint Mark.
Designed to be operational in less than 48 hours, the PMA is completely self-sufficient in terms of energy and water. Made available to the Civil Protection on a monthly basis, it represents a strategic health asset for timely and effective interventions in the event of emergencies or natural disasters on the national territory.
For many participants, this path marked a milestone in their careers, providing not only high-level technical skills, but also the opportunity to share meaningful experiences with colleagues from different specialties.
The sense of belonging and the awareness of the importance of teamwork have proven to be key elements, demonstrating that passion, commitment and determination are essential qualities to best face every operational challenge.
