Medical Person-in-Charge (MPIC)

I can serve as the designated medical care provider to meet a race requirement or for peace-of-mind on longer passages. My background includes extensive emergency medical training, including prolonged care in remote marine environments. I am U.S.C.G. and STCW qualified as a Medical Person-in-Charge and I worked for two years as an EMT-Intermediate in Atlanta, Georgia based out of Grady Memorial Hospital's level-1 trauma center (aka. The Atlanta Gun and Knife Club).

I provide the required equipment and supplies.

Emergency Medical Training and Experience:

- U.S.C.G. and STCW Medical Person-in-Charge: - Training through N.O.A.A. Marine Operations
- Emergency Medical Technician - Intermediate: - Georgia #21803, expired; - Two years service in Metro-Atlanta EMS; - Basic Trauma Life Support (BTLS-GA); - AHA Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
- AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers
- Red Cross Open Water Lifegaurd

STCW (Table A-VI/4-2) Medical Person-in-Charge Proficiency Standards:

- Trauma Management
- Medical Emergency Management
- Environmental Emergency Management
- Minor Dentistry
- Obstetrics
- Pain Management and Narcotic Administration
- Aspects of Nursing
- Onboard Health and Hygiene
- Medical Care of Rescued Persons
- Communications and Telemedicine
- Sickbay Management
- Evacuations at Sea
- Examples of Advanced Skills and Procedures under MPIC Scope of Care: - Airway management via intubation, cricothyrotomy, and chest decompression by catheter; - Medication administration via IM, SQ, or IV access; - Wound closure via adhesive, suturing, or stapling; - Invasive procedures such as placement of a NG tube or urinary catheter