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Too Much Sun and Fun at SNF22? These Folks Have You Covered

Volunteer pilots with medical training are a hidden gem at Sun ’n Fun Aerospace Expo.

Members of the volunteer medical team include (left to right) Dr. Cuervo, Margo Wesley, Dr. Uzi Talli, and Dr. Sechter. [Photo: Julie Boatman]
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Key Takeaways:

  • Sun 'n Fun hosts a crucial on-site medical clinic to address the diverse health risks and potential accidents faced by its wide-ranging airshow attendees.
  • The clinic is staffed by an all-volunteer team of around 10 medical professionals, many of whom are also pilots, providing free care to 60-80 patients daily.
  • They offer comprehensive services, treating a wide array of issues from heat stroke and minor injuries to more serious conditions, with specialists available on rotation.
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The hazards sneak up on you, be it the hot sun, potential storms, or the chance of accidents that come along with an airshow. And with the broad age range in attendance—from expectant mothers to seniors with mobility challenges—anything can happen. 

That’s why each year the Sun ’n Fun organization solicits volunteers with medical training to staff a significant clinic on site at the event.

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