Comdt (Dr) Fiachra Lambe formally admitted as a member of the Faculty of Military Medicine in Ireland at event in McKee Barracks last week
The Irish Defence Forces has welcomed its first ever graduate of the higher specialist training scheme in military medicine, Comdt (Dr) Fiachra Lambe.
The milestone event took place last week in McKee Barracks, Dublin, where Comdt Lambe was formally admitted as a member of the Faculty of Military Medicine in Ireland.
Comdt (Dr) Fiachra Lambe
As well as primary care and occupational medicine, military medicine training encompasses a wide range of disciplines, from emergency medicine and trauma care to public health and operational planning, which prepare graduates to deliver medical care in diverse and challenging environments – at home and abroad.
Comdt Lambe now has a dual specialist qualification in general practice and military medicine. In his remarks, he expressed gratitude for the support he received during his training.
“It is an honour to be the first graduate of military medicine in Ireland. I am grateful to the educators and colleagues that supported me in the journey to arrive at this juncture. I am most grateful for the unwavering support of my wife, Ciara. I look forward to using my knowledge to improve medical care of Defence Forces members and hope to advance the Faculty of Military Medicine of Ireland,” he said.
This landmark achievement marks a significant step forward for the Irish Defence Forces and the development of military medicine in Ireland. It highlights the growing recognition of the need for specialised medical expertise within the military to meet the demands of modern defence operations.
Col (Dr) Anthony Corcoran, Director Medical Branch of the Irish Defence Forces, expressed his pride in this landmark accomplishment.
“Comdt Lambe’s dedication and hard work reflect the values and commitment that are at the core of the Irish Defence Forces. His pioneering role as the first graduate of Military Medicine sets a standard for future Officers, and highlights the vital role of medical professionals in safeguarding the health and well-being of our personnel both at home and abroad,” he said.
The Faculty of Military Medicine of Ireland (FMMI) was founded in 2012, and the Specialty of Military Medicine was recognised by the Medical Council in 2015.
The FMMI was established to advance the integration of specialised medical training within the Defence Forces and is dedicated to fostering excellence in healthcare for military personnel.
Serving personnel of the Defence Forces Medical Corps have made significant contributions to delivery of the training programme Comdt Lambe undertook, in particular as military medicine trainers and tutors, and in the conduct of military medicine assessments.
In his remarks at the admittance ceremony, Col Corcoran acknowledged the work of the Irish College of GPs, the Medical Council, the Defence Forces and Department of Defence, as well as retired colleagues Lt Col (Dr) Paul Hickey and Col (Dr) Gerry Kerr.
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