University of Utah Wilderness Medicine Fellowship

A huge thank you to our Fellowship Director, Dr. Scott McIntosh for giving an outstanding lecture about our Wilderness Medicine Fellowship!

From "Sea to Summit to Sky," Dr. McIntosh shared his incredible experiences and expertise across a wide range of wilderness environments, highlighting the unique challenges of practicing medicine everywhere from the ocean to the highest peaks—and even in the air.

We're so grateful for the opportunity to learn from leaders who bring real-world experience, passion, and adventure into the classroom. Thank you, Dr. McIntosh, for inspiring our fellows and reminding us that wilderness medicine knows no boundaries! 🏔️🌊✈️

More pictures from the Ruapehu Alpine Rescue Organization!

Dr. Scott McIntosh provided education to the Ruapehu Alpine Rescue Organization (https://www.facebook.com/RaroACR/) on the North Island of New Zealand on May 2. RARO works in the shadow of Mt. Ruapehu which is an active volcano within Tongariro National Park. The only glaciers on New Zealand’s North Island are on its slopes.

Education topics included:
Emergency Medical Services and Search & Rescue - Dispatch and Coordination - US vs New Zealand Practices
Spinal Trauma and Best Practices for Spinal Cord Protection
Concussive Effects of Blast Injuries for Ski Patrol
Avalanche Safety, Burial Physiology, and Rescue

Grateful for the opportunity to team up with Teton County Search and Rescue this week to teach backcountry life threat assessment at the hangar.

It’s always inspiring to connect with a community that’s so committed to showing up prepared and ready to help when it matters most. Proud of our Wilderness Medicine Fellowship crew for helping share practical skills that can make a real difference out there.

Interested in learning more or getting involved? Check them out: https://www.tetoncountysar.org/

🌲 Fellow Spotlight 🌲

We’re proud to highlight one of our past fellows, Hannah Loewenberg, who is now a new member of the team at Great Smoky Mountains National Park. She’s currently training to join BUSAR as a new specialty member and is also volunteering with training and education for the park.

Hannah’s work is a great example of the impact wilderness medicine training can have—supporting search and rescue, education, and high-quality care in some of our most iconic and challenging environments.

Her team was also recently featured in The New Yorker, showcasing the incredible work being done in the Smokies. We’re thrilled to see Hannah continuing to lead, teach, and serve in wilderness and austere settings.

👏 So proud of you, Hannah!

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