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In 2023, he began medical school at the Edward Via College not be attending the conference, we are sending Journals and
of Osteopathic Medicine – Auburn Campus in Auburn, AL. other materials for the CMC leadership to distribute. The
Now preparing to start his third year and clinical rotations, CMC Conference’s goal is to exchange knowledge, build net-
he’s eager to combine his military experience, leadership skills, works, and strengthen partnerships in tactical medicine. It also
and dedication to patient care in a clinical setting. aims to enhance collaboration and interoperability within the
SOF community, while making their expertise accessible to
Matthew and his wife have a 2-year-old son and are expecting conventional forces. While you’re there, be sure to stop by the
a second son in August. WERO booth and check out our handbooks.

The JSOM is a media partner of the upcoming Institute for De-
ENS Sydney Duke
fense and Government Advancement Veterans Affairs (IDGA
Sydney is a third-year medical student VA) Healthcare Summit, taking place on 22 and 23 July in
at the University of the Incarnate Word National Harbor, MD, and members of our team will be in
School of Osteopathic Medicine in San attendance. Partners across the military, government, private,
Antonio, TX. She is also a commis- and non-profit healthcare sectors, academia, and consulting
sioned officer in the U.S. Navy Medical communities have consistently made this event a marquee
Corps and a recipient of a Health Pro- gathering for senior stakeholders, technology experts, industry
fessions Scholarship Program (HPSP) innovators, clinicians, nurses, and administrators. The Summit
scholarship. regularly hosts over 650 attendees, and this event will provide
leaders across the VA Healthcare ecosystem with the chance
Originally from California, Sydney grew to learn, share, and connect with our nation’s veterans to im-
up in a law enforcement family, a background that profoundly prove health outcomes, access to care, and delivery. For more
influenced her decision to pursue a career in the military. In information about this event, please visit the IDGA event page
2023 she earned her Bachelor of Science in Health Science at https://www.idga.org/events-veteransaffairshealthcare.
Studies from Baylor University in Waco, TX.
We will also be attending the Military Health Services Research
With professional interests in internal medicine, obstetrics, Symposium (MHSRS) at the Gaylord Palms Resort in Orlando,
and gynecology, Sydney looks forward to applying her medi- Florida, from 4 to 7 August. The symposium is primarily re-
cal training in service to others. She is honored to join the fleet search focused, and we will be looking for authors and po-
and contribute to the mission of the world’s finest Navy. tential peer reviewers for the Journal. In October, we will be
attending the World Trauma Symposium and the EMS World
Expo in Indianapolis, Indiana. We will be there promoting our
Summer Podcast Lineup
handbooks and other items, so stop by and chat!
This summer, Jessica will review “Ultrasound Use by Special
Operations Combat Medics: A Narrative Review Limited Summer 2025 Cover
to the JSOM” by Dr. Jonathan Curley. The heart of this ar-
ticle provides an overview of how Special Operations Com- The cover illustration for the 2025
bat Medics (SOCMs) use ultrasound in clinical practice and Summer edition of the JSOM cap-
proposes future applications. Sydney is reviewing “Injuries tures the drama and chaos of casualty
in Specialist Police Officers: A Scoping Review” by Dr. Kate evacuation in austere environments.
Lyons et al. This article identifies, collects, and synthesizes ev- The CH-47 delivers a powerful per-
idence on injuries sustained by specialist police and compares sonnel and equipment transport solu-
those injuries with those of other law enforcement officers tion that armed forces worldwide
and wider Special Forces populations. Matthew is reviewing have used in times of conflict. It
“Proof of Concept: Is Small-scale Production of Diethyl Ether boasts the ability to move heavy pay-
for Anesthetic Use Possible?” by Dr. Sandeep Dhanjal et al. In loads to high-altitude destinations
this manuscript, the authors explore the use of diether ether as and even perform rescue operations.
a stopgap solution to anesthetic supply limitations in humani- Seen on this mountainous ledge, the crew assists units with on-
tarian crises or armed conflicts. boarding casualties en route to the evacuation point, highlight-
ing the drive to find solutions for increasing warfighter survival
Be sure to subscribe to the JSOM podcast on Spotify. You can in conflicts. From the implementation of TCCC protocols
also find it at https://jsom.us/Podcast. through the three phases of care to the ongoing discussion on
best practices during prolonged evacuation times, the JSOM
Upcoming Events showcases the best in thought leadership from the medical
The JSOM staff has a busy schedule coming up in the next community.
few months. We are partnering with the Combat Medical Care
Conference on 2 and 3 July in Ulm, Germany. While we will

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