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High Altitude Illness Part 16: Ataxia and HACE – Video

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High Altitude Illness Part 16: Ataxia and HACE
Dr. Howard Donner demonstrates "walking the line" and testing for ataxia in patients suspected to have High Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE). - MedWild: Wilderness Medicine, Rescue, Survival - Dr. Howard Donner #39;s unique medical practice has taken him to the farthest reaches of the globe. He began his career working 8 years as a professional river and mountain guide. Now specializing in high altitude and expedition medicine, he has advised mountaineers, rescuers and aerospace personnel throughout his career. Howard spent 3 climbing seasons as a rescue doctor for the Denali National Park Service at the 14000 foot medical/rescue station. He has worked on numerous medical projects in the Himalayas including the first American ascent of Kangchenjunga, two seasons as a staff physician for the Himalayan Rescue Association, and as expedition doctor on the 1998 NOVA Everest expedition. Howard also served for 5 years as a medical operations consultant for NASA, where he was involved in the design of the Shuttle and International Space Station medical systems. He is a commercial pilot and Certified Flight Instructor. - Please Note: MedWild Videos are for educational purposes and not intended to replace recommendations by your health care provider.

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