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Mayo Clinic Clear Approach

Mayo Clinic Clear Approach

By: Mayo Clinic Aerospace Medicine
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Mayo Clinic Clear Approach tackles medical topics important to commercial aviators, recreational pilots, or just folks interested in things that fly. Current topics from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), and aviation trends are explored in a serious but sometimes humorous way. Mayo Clinic Clear Approach focuses on a perspective from "the other side of the gurney." Let us navigate the storms of aeromedical certification, medical issues that may affect pilots, and share experiences with and from other pilots to break through life's sometimes stormy clouds and focus in on a clear approach.

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Episodes
  • Leading for the Future of Aerospace Medicine

    Leading for the Future of Aerospace Medicine
    May 30 2025

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    On this episode, we visit with soon-to-be retired Executive Director of the Aerospace Medical Association, Jeff Sventek. His insights from more than 30 years in the United States Air Force along with 15 additional years guiding the leading specialty organization for Aerospace Medicine culminate with the annual Scientific Meeting scheduled in Atlanta the first week of June. We will get a sneak peak of the meeting and ask about his vision for the future of the specialty.
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    29 mins
  • Cheating on the FAA Medical Application Form 8500-8 (or Just an Oversight)??

    Cheating on the FAA Medical Application Form 8500-8 (or Just an Oversight)??
    May 16 2025

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    On this episode, we discuss a pilot who was charged with making false statements on the FAA medical application form and what implications that might have including possible jail time or fines. How does one balance the need to be complete with that of unnecessary worry about missing a non-relevant medical visit?
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    25 mins
  • Spring Brings Pollen and a Push for Supercharging ATC Hiring

    Spring Brings Pollen and a Push for Supercharging ATC Hiring
    May 9 2025

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    On this episode, we review the recently announced FAA strategy for hiring more air traffic controllers -- all while addressing the first pollen burst of the year and how pilots can navigate using antihistamines and other medications without jeopardizing their medical certificate.
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    15 mins
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