You come here to read our articles because you are interested in non-clinical careers and opportunities. Well, check out this group – Surfing Doctors. Do you have a board? Ever wanted to get one and ride the waves? Let’s face it – it doesn’t get much cooler than combining surfing and medicine. If you’re a clinician, a non-clinical physician, someone undergoing a career change, an entrepreneur, or a consultant, take some time out and look into what the Surfing Doctors have to offer.
The Surfing Doctors are currently enjoying their first annual conference. Congratulations!
Dr. Phillip Chapman, who leads the group, has been head Doctor of the G-land Jungle surf camp situated in East Java on the fringe of the Penkung Jungle (National Park). 1 month per year ongoing from 1996 , a doctor at the Tavarua Surf Resort. In Fiji since 2007 onwards, and has been involved in various projects along the East Coast of South Africa mostly involving primary health care.
Here is some information he provides on the SurfingDoctors.com website.
“We are a close-knit group of like-minded individuals who have filtered out of various specialities and areas of medicine to combine the love of two totally different passions; the surfing sport and lifestyle, and a lifelong career in medicine.
Our group have already proven themselves in various arenas and the common theme is that we are prepared to go over and above the call of duty for our fellow man in need with no expectation of financial reward.
Most of our group are keen surfers who have grown up in the water and adopted the surfing lifestyle. Having completed and taught on a number of life support courses, we can work both individually, and as a team, to educate surfers in both land and water safety.
Our focus is on educating surfers in the field of Basic Life Support (BLS). We also cover a wide range of specialities, and therefore, our accumulated skill mix enables us to provide advice on literally any type of surfing ailment and injury.
Apart from the benefits to the local community and resort staff, there has been considerable media attention lately about the hazards of surfing in remote locations, not only because the genre of surfers is now routinely spanning two generations, but also the new breed of surfers are more adventurous and dynamic than generations past, and so this organization has arisen to fulfill a need. Our presence in a surf location may tip the balance in favor of a potential client staying at a surf camp with a resident doctor versus staying at an unprotected camp.
Another key facet of the group is our attention to good surfing etiquette. This is a humble, well mannered team. We are keen to enjoy the surfing experience, and ensure everyone has peace of mind and a safe trip.”
Please visit their website.
