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Clinical Aerospace Medicine (Recording)
Clinical Aerospace Medicine (Recording)
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In this extensive presentation, Dr. James Frazier reviews updates and practices in clinical aerospace medicine, with a focus on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) guidelines. Dr. Frazier, a seasoned expert in aerospace medicine, shares insights from his 19-year journey and his role as a consultant for the Allied Pilots Association. Key topics include the FAA's evolving standards, disqualifying medical conditions, and the aerobatic certification process for pilots. He highlights various medical conditions such as coronary artery disease, epilepsy, and bipolar disorder, which have stringent certification criteria and are often disqualifying unless proven otherwise. The talk also delves into FAA's approach to approving medications, emphasizing the importance of the condition over the medication itself, and the organization's restrictions on certain drug classes, including psychotropics and anticonvulsants.<br /><br />Dr. Frazier also discusses the FAA's innovative programs, such as the Human Interventional Motivation Study (HIMSS) for managing airmen with substance abuse issues, and new allowances for SSRIs among pilots with depression. He touches on numerous case studies, spanning conditions like type 2 diabetes, Meniere's disease, cancer, and obstructive sleep apnea, illustrating the FAA's nuanced and condition-specific response to each. The presentation is a comprehensive guide to understanding the FAA's certification criteria and the aeromedical challenges faced by pilots and medical examiners.
Keywords
Aerospace Medicine
FAA Guidelines
Dr. James Frazier
Allied Pilots Association
Medical Certification
Coronary Artery Disease
Epilepsy
Bipolar Disorder
Psychotropic Restrictions
Anticonvulsants
HIMSS Program
SSRIs Allowance
Type 2 Diabetes
Obstructive Sleep Apnea
Aeromedical Challenges
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