MedSea is the maritime arm of International SOS. We help ship owners, managers and operators to fulfil their Duty of Care to seafarers and build a resilient workforce. Every year we provide telemedical assistance to thousands of seafarers worldwide, supporting all types of physical and emotional health issues. This can be miles away from shore and 72% of cases are resolved on board, by focusing on prevention and early intervention. When a case cannot be resolved onboard, MedSea refers to our vast network of approved and audited shoreside medical providers to ensure that seafarers receive the highest level of care possible. Future Care is also part of the International SOS maritime provision. Through Future Care, we offer a range of additional services specific to vessels travelling in the Americas. This includes cost containment, medical clearance and telemedical solutions. For 25+ years MedSea and Future Care have been supporting the worldwide maritime community, helping to maintain happy, healthy vessels and seafarers.
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Join us on 28th Nov at the STS Best Practices forum at Johor Baruh (Malaysia) as Anuj Velankar talks about the vital role of Human Factor in STS operations.
Very proud to highlight the aspect of human factor at the 14th Joint IKMAL and SNI STS transfer operation best practices forum on 28th November. Thanks to Singapore Nautical Institute & Ikhtisas Kelautan Malaysia (IKMAL) for the opportunity and look forward to all the day long interactions.
It has been a busy few weeks for the MedSea team, attending, exhibiting and speaking at events around the world! Last week saw Lucy Sofronis moderating a session on "The Human Element: Ensuring Seafarers' Well-being" at The Hellenic Maritime Forum, an event which brought together over 450 maritime professionals to discuss critical industry challenges. The conversation centered on the current challenges seafarers face, including mental health issues, the physical demands of life at sea and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. It also explored strategies to enhance their health and wellbeing and provide practical solutions for improving life at sea. We thank the panelists Artem Panchenko, Vivi Mertzani & Irene Rosberg for their valuable contributions as well as everyone who attended the session and contributed to making the event memorable.
Last week we were proud to host MISC Group for a tour of our Manila Assistance Centre (AC), the central hub for MedSea cases. Our medical and operations teams were pleased to strengthen our partnership and explore new ways of enhancing the health of seafarers. International SOS operate 27 global Assistance Centres (https://okt.to/8rKszl) and we invite you to take a look behind the scenes to see how we support cases for our clients, whether for those at sea, on land or in the skies! Pictured, from left to right: Dr Aaron Luis, Chief Medical Advisor Dr. Yan Chyuan Soon, Head Occupational Health & Industrial Hygiene Group HSSE Joanne Wong, Senior Operations Manager Jeremy Seng, Business Development Manager
Ansuman Ghosh of the UK P&I Club talks about People claims at the International SOS Foundation AHWS conference at Manila. MedSea | Future Care is proud to partner with various International Group of P&I Clubs in caring for the seafarers both at sea and when they are with their families.
Where do injuries happen and which injuries are more likely to cause diversions? Dr. Aaron Luis of International SOS talks about the “Thin Grey Line” for diversions at the AHWS Manila held by the International SOS Foundation If you would like to know more about diversions, please get in touch.
Meet the MedSea | Future Care team showcasing our Maritime Medikit at Asia Health, Wellness & Security Asia (AHWS) 2024 organised by International SOS Foundation at Manila. International SOS at work!
A productive first day for our team at Seatrade Maritime Crew Connect Global - full of interesting conversations about seafarer health and wellbeing! If you are attending the event in Manila - make sure to find us at Booth 54 until Thursday. Hear about: 🆕 The new products and services we have added in the past year including the MedSea App and Chronic Conditions Monitoring. 📟 Our brand new Maritime MediKit: We have already received some fantastic feedback about our new solution which uses a bespoke App, combined with medical grade equipment to streamline the process of gathering patient information and vital sign readings. This improves the quality of medical advice given to the responder. Test your blood pressure and receive a demo of the kit at our booth! ⚡ Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) are essential in cardiac events. Changing regulations from the CDI may also mean your vessels are required to carry one onboard. Find out more about our recommended option. 🤝 Hear about how our new partnership with Maritime Trainer aims to create a healthier, more resilient seafaring community. 📞 And of course, discover how our core membership services (Telemedical advice, emotional support, medical case management, evacuation & repatriation assistance) can support health onboard your vessels. We look forward to meeting you there! #CrewConnectGlobal #Maritime #CCG #CCG2024
Next week, Athens will host the highly anticipated Hellenic Maritime Forum, an important event bringing together 450 maritime professionals from across the industry. MedSea's Lucy Sofronis will be providing her expertise on seafarer health and wellbeing, to moderate a panel discussion about: The Human Element: Ensuring Seafarers' Well-being Date: November 19th Time: 12:20 to 13:00 Location: Grand Hyatt Athens. Address: Leof. Andrea Siggrou 115, Athina 117 45, Greece. Find out more here: https://okt.to/mph2HR
Seafarers on board one of our entered vessels recently reported being bitten by RoveBeetles. International SOS has released the attached guidance sheet to be shared with the seafarers.