39.69° N · 3.02° E — THE YACHT MEDIC
1. Medical Training for the Moment Help is A Long Way Away
Approved - STCW Medical qualifications and Psychological First Aid at Sea
Taught by a Health Educator, Emergency Nurse & Professional Sailor with 30 years on the water, not just in the classroom.
MCA Approved - STCW Compliant in Palma de Mallorca, and Onboard Worldwide
MCA Approved - STCW Compliant
Onboard Training Globally
Classroom Training Palma de Mallorca
The recognised maritime medical qualifications - for anyone designated to give first aid or take charge of medical care onboard.
Medical First Aid (3 Days )
Proficiency in Medical Care (4.5 Days)
Update in Medical Care (3 Days)
Psychological First Aid (0.5-2 Days)
Bespoke Training
Psychological First Aid at Sea
Every crew knows what to do about a wound, almost none know what to do about the fear.
The missing part of the medical kit.
The WHO Look, Listen & Link model adapted for maritime.
Resilience at Sea
Resilience at Sea — a 27-page handbook for superyacht crew on the people problems nobody trains you for: an owner losing their temper, a crewmate falling apart, and the aftermath everyone pretends didn't happen.
With practical scripts, clear escalation thresholds, and a tear-out quick reference. Not therapy, not clinical training. The words to use when help is hours away.
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About Amanda
The Yacht Medic is Amanda Hewson Beaver — a registered nurse, former paramedic, and rescue and retrieval nurse who has been the nearest person more times than she can count. In the outback, in refugee camps, offshore, and on the deck of a boat a long way from help.
She has been the medic on the Sydney Hobart, the Fastnet, and the Rolex 600, and has trained Olympic, Ocean Race, America's Cup, and J Class teams. She teaches what she has actually done — which is why crew remember it.
Risk Assessment & Emergency Preparedness in Yachting
Learn about risk management and emergency preparedness for safe yachting adventures. ...more
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July 16, 2026•5 min read
Managing Offshore Hand Injuries with First Aid
Learn to handle hand injuries offshore with modern first aid techniques tailored for yachting safety. ...more
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July 16, 2026•14 min read
Head Injuries at Sea: Modern Spinal Care
Explore head injury response in superyacht racing, focusing on modern spinal care over outdated collars. ...more
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July 14, 2026•13 min read
Preventing Rope Burns in Superyacht Racing
Learn how to prevent and treat rope burns during superyacht racing for crew safety. ...more
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July 14, 2026•6 min read
The Ultimate Survival Grab Bag: Essential Gear to Stay Safe and Prepared
Prepare for the unexpected with our guide to building the ultimate survival grab bag. From water purification tools and emergency shelters to food supplies and navigation devices, learn what essential... ...more
The Wild Medic
October 27, 2024•6 min read
AI Technology in Wilderness Survival and Medicine: Essential Gear for Modern Explorers
Explore the latest in AI technology for wilderness survival and medicine, from smart GPS systems and wearable health monitors to AI-driven emergency beacons and drones. Discover how these innovative t... ...more
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October 24, 2024•5 min read
