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WarDocs - The Military Medicine Podcast

Doug Soderdahl, Wayne Causey
Military Medicine
Leadership
Artificial Intelligence
Operational Medicine
Vascular Surgery
Trauma Surgery
Army Nurse Corps
Combat Casualty Care
Telemedicine
Traumatic Brain Injury
Veterans Affairs
Army Medicine
9/11
PTSD
Mentorship
Navy Medicine
Patient Care
Defense Health Agency
Trauma Care
Musculoskeletal Ultrasound

Welcome to WarDocs! This is a podcast developed and hosted by 3 Army surgeons, Doug, Wayne and Kevin who all possess a passion to honor the legacy and preserve the oral history of Military Medicine and get the amazing stories of these healthcare heroes to our listeners. We will take a behind the scenes look into unique opportunities and experiences told firsthand from current and former military m... more

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In this episode of WarDocs, Army Deputy Surgeon General Dr. Lance Raney discusses the past, present, and future of military medicine. The conversation begins with Dr. Raney’s early journey from a collegiate scholarship athlete to a Family Medicine ph... more

Col Valerie Sams, MD is an Air Force trauma surgeon, surgical critical care expert, and the Director of the Center for Sustainment of Trauma and Readiness Skills (C-STARS) at the University of Cincinnati. Her path to the operating room was anything b... more

In this episode of WarDocs, Dr. David Hilmers, a retired Marine Colonel, four-time NASA Space Shuttle astronaut, and dual-trained physician in internal medicine and pediatrics offers a sweeping perspective on what it means to apply hard-won lessons f... more

Dr. Paul D. Biddinger, Chief Preparedness and Continuity Officer at Mass General Brigham and one of the nation's foremost authorities on disaster medicine, joins WarDocs to deliver an unflinching assessment of the United States' readiness to manage m... more

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Recent Guests

Lance Raney
Army Deputy Surgeon General
U.S. Army
Episode: The Evolution of Combat Medicine and Preparing for Large-Scale Combat Operations-Army Deputy Surgeon General, BG Lance Raney, MD
Valerie Sams
Air Force Colonel and trauma surgeon, trauma czar at Bagram, director of C-Stars Cincinnati
United States Air Force
Episode: Trauma Czar Col Valerie Sams, MD on Skill Sustainment, Clinical Readiness, and Optimizing the Military Health System
David Hilmers
Retired marine colonel, NASA astronaut, and academic physician; expert in medical care in extreme environments and military medicine
NASA; Military Medicine community
Episode: From Space to the Battlefield: Astronaut, Marine, and Physician Dr. David Hilmers on AI-Driven Tools, Innovation, and the Future of Combat Casualty Care.
Jonathan Lu
Master Sergeant Retired, 18 Delta Special Operations Medic, medical educator and advocate for education in military medicine
Former U.S. Army; WarDocs guest
Episode: From 18 Delta to Doctoral Degree: MSG(R) Jonathan Lu Shares Insights on Lifelong Learning and Bridging Military Experience with Academia.
Charisma Evangelista
Air Force ophthalmologist, leader in refractive surgery and ocular trauma
United States Air Force
Episode: Shield and Ship: Lt Col Charisma Evangelista, MD, on Combat Ocular Trauma, Refractive Readiness, and Her Journey Becoming a Hero of Military Medicine
Paul Pasquina
Retired Army Colonel, PM&R physician; former chief of ortho and rehab at Walter Reed; MATC founder
Walter Reed National Military Medical Center / Uniformed Services University
Episode: Revolutionizing Amputee Care and Rehabilitation- Restoring Wounded Warriors and Families: COL(R) Paul Pasquina, MD.
Donald Jenkins
Colonel, retired Air Force trauma surgeon and professor of surgery at UT Health San Antonio
UT Health San Antonio
Episode: Bringing Combat Whole Blood Pre-Hospital Protocols to Civilian Trauma- Dr. Don Jenkins and Dr. Alex Bowers
Alex Bowers
Captain, Air Force General Surgeon Resident at UT Health San Antonio; founder of Surf-Tac
UT Health San Antonio
Episode: Bringing Combat Whole Blood Pre-Hospital Protocols to Civilian Trauma- Dr. Don Jenkins and Dr. Alex Bowers
Mary Izaguirre
46th Army Surgeon General and Commanding General, US Army Medical Command
US Army Medical Command
Episode: Optimizing for the Mission: A Master Class in Leadership and Healthcare Transformation with Army Surgeon General LTG Mary K. Izaguirre, DO

Hosts

Doug Soderdahl
Host of WarDocs Podcast and The Military Medicine Podcast
Jeff Clark
Host of WarDocs and Military Medicine-related podcasts

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 269 ratings
  • WarDocs is preserving history and preparing us for the future

    WarDocs is a one-of-a-kind podcast with compelling story telling, demonstrating how reflecting on history allows us to find implications for the future. Podcast episodes tell anecdotes, current events, research frontiers, and career advice. Wonderful resource and every episode is unique.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AB9726
    United States2 years ago
  • A Healing Journey Through WarDocs

    As a former Fleet Marine Force corpsman and a current premedical student, I found WarDocs to be a captivating and deeply resonant podcast that artfully blends the worlds of military service and medicine. This podcast provides a unique perspective on the challenges faced by medical professionals in the field, and it struck a chord with me on a personal level.

    The storytelling on WarDocs is both powerful and immersive. The firsthand accounts from military medics and doctors offer a gripping insig... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stem Dude
    United States2 years ago
  • 10/10

    This podcast is well curated and informative. I’m sold and will continue to listen well into the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Gusstipher McRae
    United States2 years ago
  • Best podcast around for military medicine

    Well folks, the title says it all!

    You’d be a fool not to check it out

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JoeChMD16
    United States2 years ago
  • Inspirational and Touching

    Incredibly well executed episodes with thorough insight into the details of careers in military medicine. I never leave an episode without learning something new or having a new appreciation for those who serve. A beautiful touch to the show is how Doug asks each guest what they want their legacy to be. The hosts empower the guests in telling their stories and do well at formatting it as a look into the person’s life and motivators for a lifetime of service. Not enough good can be said about thi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    2LT, AMEDD
    United States2 years ago

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A strong resource for those pursuing military medicine careers and leadership roles.
Listeners praise the breadth of topics from clinical care to policy and humanitarian missions.
Loved for storytelling and practical medical insights in high-stakes environments.
High production quality with thoughtful guest selection.

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Trauma Czar Col Valerie Sams, MD on Skill Sustainment, Clinical Readiness, and Optimizing the Military Health System
Q: So your path to the operating room was really unique, starting as a line officer before going to medical school—how did that background influence how you approach trauma surgery and leadership within the military health system?
It gave me a bilingual advantage—understanding both the operational line and the medical side—so I could advocate effectively for resources, personnel, and systems that support the mission while remaining at the table and maintaining credibility with colleagues.
From Space to the Battlefield: Astronaut, Marine, and Physician Dr. David Hilmers on AI-Driven Tools, Innovation, and the Future of Combat Casualty Care.
Q: In a high-stress combat casualty scenario, how do you see AI acting as a force multiplier for medical personnel?
AI should provide just-in-time guidance, help with triage decisions, optimize resource use, and support training, but must keep humans in the loop to validate and apply the recommendations in real time.
From 18 Delta to Doctoral Degree: MSG(R) Jonathan Lu Shares Insights on Lifelong Learning and Bridging Military Experience with Academia.
Q: How did you demonstrate the value of education to your chain of command and gain support to pursue degrees?
By showing tangible return on investment for the mission—integrating civilian education with military duties and aligning credentials with mission-critical needs, such as behavioral health peer advocacy and leadership roles.
From 18 Delta to Doctoral Degree: MSG(R) Jonathan Lu Shares Insights on Lifelong Learning and Bridging Military Experience with Academia.
Q: What was your pitch to medics listening right now to pursue education?
Your very best is yet to come, and an education will amplify your capabilities and lived experiences, enabling you to sit at tables where decisions are made and to lead and improve care for service members.
Shield and Ship: Lt Col Charisma Evangelista, MD, on Combat Ocular Trauma, Refractive Readiness, and Her Journey Becoming a Hero of Military Medicine
Q: Can you share a memorable patient case that exemplifies the impact of your work in the military?
A cataract surgery combined with a corneal transplant that restored 20/20 vision for a patient, who expressed gratitude and described the surgeon as an angel, illustrating the profound personal impact of restoring sight in service members.

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A medicine-focused show that centers on military healthcare, frontline medicine, and the evolution of military medical practice. Across episodes, listeners hear from surgeons, nurses, medics, and leaders who share lessons on trauma care, battlefield innovation, leadership, and the integration of civilian and military medicine. Topics frequently include field readiness, humanitarian missions, prosthetics and rehabilitation, prehospital care, AI and data in medicine, and the ethics of care in austere environments. A standout trait is the breadth of guests—from nurses and general officers to pioneering researchers—paired with candid storytelling about service, mentorship, and systems-level change that shape modern military medicine.

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Recent guests on WarDocs include:

1. Lance Raney
2. Valerie Sams
3. David Hilmers
4. Jonathan Lu
5. Charisma Evangelista
6. Paul Pasquina
7. Donald Jenkins
8. Alex Bowers

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