AFCEM 2024

Dr. Onalenna Nako-Phuthego was honored to speak at the African Conference on Emergency Medicine (AFCEM) held in Gaborone, Botswana. As one of the leading experts in aerospace medicine on the continent, she delivered an insightful presentation on Aeromedical Evacuations.

Key Topics Covered

• Critical care in aeromedical transport
• Patient preparation for air evacuation
• In-flight medical management protocols
• Challenges in African aeromedical evacuation contexts
• Interdisciplinary coordination for successful evacuations

About AFCEM

The African Conference on Emergency Medicine brings together emergency medicine professionals from across the continent to share knowledge, best practices, and innovations in emergency care. The conference serves as a platform for advancing emergency medicine standards and capabilities throughout Africa.

"Aeromedical evacuations represent a critical lifeline in emergency medicine, particularly in regions where specialized care may be geographically distant." — Dr. Nako-Phuthego