Australian Tactical Medical Association

It was great to host you David for your engaging and interesting presentation! We are truly pleased you had such a positive experience, and thank you for your part played in that. Thank you for the wonderful summary, we can’t wait to see you next year! #ATMC24 #AMTC25

That officially concludes The Australian Tactical Medical Conference for 2024 #ATMC24. As each year goes by this conference continues to grow. In an ATMC first following your feedback we extended the program to 3 days with the addition of some incredible pre-conference workshops. 

This conference continues to inform, educate and evolve an enormous variety of professions from the field of tactical, high threat and austere medicine and provide a unique platform to network and overcome shared challenges. 

Thank you to our Official Conference Partners, this event would not be possible without your generous support. Finally, thank you to our members and delegates without your interest, commitment and attendance this conference doesn’t exist. If you enjoyed the conference and are not a member we encourage you to continue to support the association through membership to ensure you have access to ongoing CPD, membership offers and conference exclusives. 

Save the date for #ATMC25 : 7 - 10 October 2025

Straight into our next 3 presentations! Sam Miletta and Tanie Stickland demonstrated their passion for making meaningful differences by Preparing Fire Rescue Victoria for Mass Casualty Incidents. Matt Meister challenged standard practice and thinking with lessons from Philadelphia and recent simulations performed by QPS, QAS and Queensland Health with Law Enforcement Transport of Critically Injured Patients. Finally Belgian Crisis Team Leader Geert Arno eloquently presented on the Belgian Terrorism Response. What a session... #ATMC24

Day 3 of #ATMC24 commenced with a massive morning of updates, to an absolutely full auditorium. Sean Keenan, President of SOMA provided an update to Prolonged Casualty Care before we were fortunate to host ADF Director Health Leadership team. Director of Army Health Colonel Louise Martin CSC; Director Air Force Health Group Captain Glen Storrar & Director Navy Health Captain Chloe Ryan. Finally, the inaugural Commander of the Army's 2 Health Brigade, Brigadier Jocelyn King CSC discussed the Evolution of Deployable Health Capability. ATMA would like to thank the ongoing support of the ADF Health Leadership! #ATMC24

It was an enormous pleasure to induct two new Fellows to The Australian Tactical Medical Association this morning. Sergeant Dustin Osbourne and Colonel Stuart Baldwinson were officially announced as ATMA Fellows for their significant and continued contribution to tactical medicine throughout both Australia and internationally. Their devotion, passion and sacrifice to the advancement of tactical and high threat medicine remains unquestioned. Thank you and congratulations gents! #ATMC24

Thats a wrap of Day 2 at #ATMC24! After finishing the day with the presentation by Luke Jeremijenko on NGO assistance in challenging environments, the event moved on to a discussion on Irregular Warfare led by Paul Loos. The afternoon was wrapped up with a panel conversation on Medical Aid in Irregular Warfare featuring Major-General Timothy Hodgetts, Nathan Friedline, John House, Luke Jeremijenko, and Paul Loos. Standby for the Official #ATMC24 function... #tacticalmedicine #TCCC #TECC

That concludes session 2 for the day! First a Panel Discussion analysing the lessons to be learned from the Eugowra Disaster Response with panellists Hugh Ellis, Jerrod McGaughey, Sean Cooke, Murray Gladwin, Nigel Korff & Cathy Whiteman. Christopher Williams gave us an insight into Primary Survey for Military Clinicians, how research is shaping the training and development of the next generation of medic. Ultimately, Andy Kennedy divulged his love and enthusiasm for high-risk adventure sports and how this fervour has moulded his Cognitive Reasoning and Leadership Skills during Acute Stress situations, which he recognised as being applicable to his everyday work as a Special Forces Medic. #ATMC24 #tacticalmedicine #TCCC #TECC

Day 2 of #ATMC24 is well underway as we conclude our morning session! In the early morning, we witnessed an incredible tale of strength and resilience by Hugh Ellis during the 2022 Eugowra Floods. This was followed by a detailed exploration of the challenges and factors involved in the subsequent rescue mission led by Toll Pilot Murray Gladwin, Air Crew Officer Jerrod McGaughey, NSWA Critical Care Paramedic Sean Cooke, and RFS Rescue Crewman Nigel Korff.

There is just one week to go until the Australian Tactical Medical Conference commences! Take a look at the speakers presenting on Day 2 of the conference. Hugh Ellis Jerrod McGaughey, Sean Cooke & Murray Gladwin Nigel Korff Capt Christopher Williams Andy Kennedy LTC Nathan Friedline John House A/Prof Luke Jeremijenko Paul Loos Plus come along to our social nights, including a welcome reception on Wednesday 18 September in the expo area or to our social function on Thursday 19 September at Lina Rooftop! Registrations are essential. Check out the full program by clicking the button below, or register now. We look forward to seeing you there! https://buff.ly/3v8Db62

Have you purchased your tickets to the Australian Tactical Medical Conference, yet? Don't miss your chance to hear from our leading industry experts as they share insights into their career and recount lived experiences in the field of Tactical Medicine. Take a look at the speakers presenting on Day 1 of the conference. Major-General Timothy Hodgetts Natalie Kruit & Katie Ellis Major Elizabeth Daly Daniel Byles & Sally Edmonds Dr Alexandra Blecich David Shanahan Dr Thanh Tung Ton, Tuan Tran, John Hickey & Ricardo Hamilton Avi Berstock Patrick 'Paddy' Weinrauch Sean Keenan Geoffrey Shapiro Check out the full program by clicking the button below, or register now. Plus, you can also register to attend our Pre Conference Workshops and social nights. It's not too late to secure your ticket now. Limited spaces are still available. We look forward to seeing you there! https://buff.ly/3v8Db62