THE FALKLAND ISLANDS/LAS MALVINAS: A FEW ISLANDS, FEWER GPS.

Abstract In 2016 Dr. Dhillon spent just under 2 months working as the solo Family Physician in the Falkland Islands. He was supported by a Surgeon and Anaesthetist with a total island population of 2932 (2012) and worked out of Port Stanley. The discussion will surround the difficulties and challenges of working in not only a rural area but a remote area including a discussion regarding long distance aeromedical transport and preparation. He was accompanied by his wife, a trained midwife, and will discuss some of the obstetrical challenges that can occur in such an environment as well. Justification and Content The goal of this talk is to expose Family Physicians to the challenges that a rural physician can encounter in remote environments. A 7 week locum in the Falkland Islands will be the basis for the presentation. The presentation will be a slide and photo presentation on Prezi.