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Operational Medicine

Operational Medicine (pronounced: op-er-a-tion-al med-i-cine) is a branch of medicine that focuses on the health and medical readiness of military personnel in operational environments.

Etymology

The term "Operational Medicine" is derived from the word "operation", which in this context refers to military operations, and "medicine", which refers to the science and practice of diagnosing, treating, and preventing diseases.

Definition

Operational Medicine is a specialized area of medicine that involves the application of medical knowledge to support the health and performance of military personnel during training, combat, and other military operations. It includes the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases and injuries that may occur in these environments.

Related Terms

  • Military Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the medical care of armed forces personnel and civilians during periods of war and peace.
  • Tactical Medicine: A specialized area of operational medicine that focuses on providing medical support to military and law enforcement personnel during tactical operations.
  • Aerospace Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the health and safety of individuals involved in air and space travel.
  • Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine: A branch of medicine that deals with the prevention and treatment of diseases related to diving and other activities performed under increased atmospheric pressure.

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