Naval Medicine

Naval medicine is a medical specialty focused on the health and well-being of sailors, marines, and naval personnel. It involves preventing, diagnosing, and treating injuries and illnesses in challenging environments, often at sea or in remote locations. Naval medicine also includes managing medical logistics, developing protective gear, and ensuring readiness for wartime or peacetime operations. It combines civilian medical practices with insights from military needs, emphasizing rapid response, adaptability, and resilience, to keep naval forces healthy and operational in diverse and unpredictable conditions.