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The most useful snippets from our authors, all in one place. DEPTH discusses topics of diving, equipment and environment, physics and physiology, technique and technology, and hyperbarics.

How to Make Your Hyperbaric Medicine Practice "Stand Out from the Pack"
Jaclyn Mackey
Upcoming Events
Each of us in the field of hyperbaric medicine wants to create an exceptional practice. Part of creating a practice that makes you "stand out from the pack" is finding a continuing education program to keep you up-to-date on cutting edge medical advances in hyperbaric medicine and growing your network of industry colleagues to help take your practi
5 Resources to Simplify Hyperbaric Facility Safety
Jaclyn Mackey
Hyperbaric Facility Safety
The recent release of the 2015 edition of NFPA 99 has been accompanied by a lot of conversation around the subject of hyperbaric facility safety. This week we have five tools that will help you to navigate through the various safety codes and standards. Video Training We are often asked the question, "Does participation in a safety director course
Carbon Monoxide Poisoning: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Utilize Hyperbaric Medicine
Jaclyn Mackey
Eric P. Kindwall, MD
This is the final installment in our series on the published works of Dr. Eric P. Kindwall, the "Father of Hyperbaric Medicine." This week we are discussing the topic of carbon monoxide and cyanide poisoning. We invite you to dive into this topic with us and take advantage of these free goodies... [PDF] Carbon Monoxide and Cyanide Poisoning: P
Reduce the Risk of Oxygen Toxicity
Jaclyn Mackey
Eric P. Kindwall, MD
This week we continue our series on the published works of Dr. Eric P. Kindwall, the "Father of Hyperbaric Medicine," by looking at the risk factors and symptoms of oxygen toxicity. We invite you to dive into this topic with us and take advantage of these free goodies... [PDF] Cheat Sheet: Factors that Affect Oxygen Toxicity Oxygen toxicity is
The Physics of Diving and Hyperbaric Pressures
The Physics of Diving and Hyperbaric Pressures
Jaclyn Mackey
Eric P. Kindwall, MD
As promised, this month we are diving into the published works of Dr. Eric P. Kindwall, widely referred to as the "Father of Hyperbaric Medicine." This week we are looking at the physics of diving and hyperbaric pressures. We invite you to take advantage of these free goodies... [PDF] Quick Reference Guide on the Units of Measure in Hyperbaric Medi
A Giant in the Field of Hyperbaric Medicine
A Giant in the Field of Hyperbaric Medicine
Jaclyn Mackey
Eric P. Kindwall, MD
Many refer to Dr. Kindwall at the "Father of Hyperbaric Medicine," and his contributions to hyperbaric medicine are legendary. Dr. Kindwall was born on January 17, 1934 and passed away on January 18, 2012. For this reason, we find it fitting to highlight his contributions to the field of hyperbaric medicine during the month of January. Dr. Kindwall
2 Tips to Increase Patient Load
Jaclyn Mackey
Clinic Marketing
Do you worry about not having a big enough patient load at your wound care and hyperbaric medicine clinic? Do you struggle with marketing due to low budget and not enough resources? You are not alone. We all know that maintaining a steady patient load is critical to keeping your wound care and hyperbaric clinic doors open and your staff (and yourse
Video #2 (Preventing Diver Fatalities Series): Preventing Dive Site Entrance and Boat Related Injuries
Jaclyn Mackey
Scuba Diving Safety
Last week we released the first video in a new series on preventing diver fatalities. The second video in the series is now available! In the second video, we discuss two types of common surface related injuries to divers - those that occur during the entrance to a dive site, and boat related injuries. In this video you will learn: The most common
Preventing Diver Fatalities Video Series: Video 1, Defining Fitness to Dive
Jaclyn Mackey
Scuba Diving Safety
This month we are discussing how to prevent diver fatalities. As part of that discussion, we are launching a free three-part video series. In the first video, we define diving medical fitness and answer common questions such as: Are diving physicals really necessary?Can they prevent diving accidents?Why is diving fitness necessary in recreational d
Gulf Coast Diver's Day Coming Soon! September 11th in Delray Beach, Florida
Gulf Coast Diver's Day Coming Soon! September 11th in Delray Beach, Florida
Jaclyn Mackey
Upcoming Events
GULF COAST DIVER'S DAY SEPTEMBER 11, 2014 3:00PM - 7:30PM MARRIOTT DELRAY BEACH 10 Ocean Blvd Delray Beach, Florida   Gulf Coast Diver’s Day 2014 is coming fast - September 11th in Delray Beach, Florida. The annual event is co-hosted this year by the Undersea and Hyperbaric Medical Society (UHMS) and Best Publishing Company. The Diver’s Day pr
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