Episode 4: Strengthening Defence Healthcare


Former Surgeon General of the British Armed Forces, Martin Bricknell, reflects on the state of military health systems.

In this episode of RUSI Journal Radio, hosts Demi, Emma and Ed are joined by Martin Bricknell for a discussion on healthcare, resilience and future challenges.

Martin is a Professor in Conflict, Health and Military Medicine at King’s College London, and a Visiting Fellow at the Centre for Global Development. He served 34 years in the UK Defence Medical Services, culminating in his post as the Surgeon General.

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