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DDR 082 - PrepEm Wild First Aid and Life

Don't Die Rusty Podcast

Release Date: 10/07/2025

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In this conversation, Rick Hanson interviews Mike Gerst, an ER doctor and founder of PrepEm Wild, focusing on the importance of emergency preparedness in outdoor activities. They discuss the necessity of understanding trauma, hemorrhage control, and essential skills for outdoor safety.

Mike emphasizes the need for proactive approaches to emergency situations, the significance of carrying proper equipment, and the importance of education in preventing accidents and managing injuries in the wilderness. In this conversation, Rick Hanson and Mike discuss essential skills for managing wounds and snake bites, emphasizing the importance of quick action and proper techniques in emergency situations.

They also reflect on the significance of family, experiences, and living a fulfilling life, sharing personal anecdotes and insights on what constitutes a 'good life.'

You can find Mike Gerst of PrepEm Wild  at prepemwild.com on IG @prepem_wild

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Takeaways

  • Mike Gerst has been an ER doctor for 20 years.
  • PrepEm Wild was created to address outdoor emergency preparedness.
  • Proactive approaches can prevent serious injuries in the outdoors.
  • Understanding trauma and hemorrhage control is crucial for safety.
  • Everyone should know how to apply a tourniquet and manage wounds.
  • Hydration is essential, and not all drinks are effective for hydration.
  • Preparation for outdoor activities should include knowledge of first aid.
  • Being an asset in emergencies requires training and knowledge.
  • Tourniquets should be applied high and tight to control bleeding.
  • Education and awareness can significantly reduce outdoor accidents. You want to get pressure on that immediately.
  • Just use this stuff man, because you're gonna save a life.
  • You never second guess in an instance of when you notice those things.
  • You don't put tourniquets on.
  • You don't want to do it straight down in the leg.
  • The good life to me is my wife and kids.
  • Don't live in the past and don't think about what I should have done.
  • You can always make money, but you can’t always have your health.
  • You made me better today.
  • You’re having an impact on uplifting a lot of days.

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