Flight surgeon
Flight Surgeon
A Flight Surgeon (pronounced: /flaɪt sɜːrdʒən/) is a medical professional who is specialized in the field of Aerospace Medicine. The term "Flight Surgeon" is not indicative of a surgeon in the typical sense, but rather, it refers to an Aviation Medicine specialist who is responsible for maintaining the health, safety, and well-being of Aircrew members and Astronauts.
Etymology
The term "Flight Surgeon" originated in the early 20th century, during the advent of human flight. The term "surgeon" is derived from the Greek word "cheirourgia", meaning "hand work". Despite the name, a Flight Surgeon does not perform surgery in the traditional sense. Instead, they are medical doctors who have undergone additional training in Aviation Medicine or Aerospace Medicine.
Role and Responsibilities
A Flight Surgeon's primary responsibility is to oversee the medical aspects of the aviation and space environment. They provide medical care and advice to aircrew members and astronauts, conduct medical examinations, and make recommendations on the medical fitness of individuals to fly or participate in space travel. They also play a crucial role in the research and understanding of the physiological effects of flight and space travel on the human body.
Related Terms
- Aerospace Medicine: The medical specialty concerned with the determination and maintenance of the health, safety, and performance of individuals involved in air and space travel.
- Aviation Medicine: A medical specialty that focuses on the health and safety of pilots, aircrews, and passengers.
- Aircrew: The personnel who operate an aircraft while in flight.
- Astronaut: A person trained by a human spaceflight program to command, pilot, or serve as a crew member of a spacecraft.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Flight surgeon
- Wikipedia's article - Flight surgeon
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