Crisis Management in Remote and Space Environments

What happens when a pediatric resuscitation lasts hours in a remote community — with no backup, no resources, and no room for error?

In this episode, Dr. Shawna Pandya — emergency physician, research astronaut, and expert in extreme environment medicine — shares her crisis management lessons from rural Alberta ERs to space missions.

She breaks down decision-making under pressure, team communication, the life-saving power of checklists and simulations, and why emotional resilience matters just as much as technical skill. She also explores the striking parallels between rural emergency care and space medicine — two environments where resourcefulness and collaboration aren't optional.

A must-listen for healthcare professionals in remote settings, space medicine enthusiasts, and anyone who leads or operates in high-stakes environments.

What is Paratus Podcast?

The Paratus Podcast shares real stories of decision-making under pressure to build a culture where simple, trusted tools make everyone ready for anything.

Le Paratus Podcast partage de vraies histoires de prise de décision sous pression, afin de bâtir une culture où des outils simples et fiables rendent chacun prêt à faire face à tout.