The one who clicks here
shall see much time pass before
        he is forgiven.
An Tir Chirurgeons' Guild

Handbooks
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PDF Chirurgeon's Handbook 2004 Chirurgeon's Handbook in AdobeTM PDF format (with 2007 updates)
Text Chirurgeon's Handbook 2004 Chirurgeon's Handbook in plain text format (with 2007 updates)

Articles
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All Stings Considered Updated 09/10/2008 - An informative article on spiders, spider bites, and First Aid treatments for spider bites for the SCA Chirurgeon. Due to considerations of scope and length this article is limited to spiders considered clinically significant within the United States, including the Black Widow (genus Latrodectus), the Brown Recluse and it's Kin (genus Loxosceles,) the Yellow Sac Spider (genus Cheiracanthium,) and the Hobo Spider (Tegenaria agrestis.) A copy of this article should be sent with anyone suspected of having received a spider bite. THLord Conal MacNachtan, GdS
An Tir Chirurgeon's Oath on Parchment (Large File!) The An Tir version of the Chirurgeon's Oath with the Chirurgeon's badge as a watermark, displayed on a faux-parchment background. The An Tir Chirurgeon's Oath was written by THLord Tvorimir Danilov. This copy was electronically scribed and illuminated by THLord Conal Mac Nachtan. THLord Tvorimir Danilov / THLord Conal MacNachtan
An Tir Chirurgeon's Oath The An Tir version of the Chirurgeon's Oath, with the Chirurgeon's badge as a watermark, but without the parchment background. This version is more suitable if you will be printing on parchment paper. The An Tir Chirurgeon's Oath was written by THLord Tvorimir Danilov. This copy was electronically scribed and illuminated by THLord Conal Mac Nachtan. THLord Tvorimir Danilov / THLord Conal MacNachtan
Chirurgeon's Oath The original Chirurgeon's Oath, published in Volume II, Issue II of al-Qunan. Gary H. Heiligman
Galen's Annotated Chirurgeon Kit One of the FAQs that comes up among Chirurgeons both old and new is what to put into a Chirurgeon’s Kit. I finally got around to doing an inventory on what I carry, and will try to go through my kit in this missive as I might go through it with an apprentice Chirurgeon. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
Heat Injuries and Fluid Management in the SCA The major concerns working with Fighters during the warmer months are helping them keep safe from heat injuries and keeping them well hydrated. This missive will discuss how to keep your cool despite the heat. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
ID Cards For safety reasons, there should be a way to notify the chirurgeon or other rescuers that you have a significant medical condition in the event that you were incapacitated and unable to tell them yourself. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
On Concussion A concussion is the most common head injury in contact sports, including SCA heavy combat. You are probably more likely to have a non-fighter with a concussion from accidents at the event site, though this article will deal primarily with fighters as they are unique for wanting to return to the same activity that got them clonked in the first place. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
On the Proper Use of Gloves Despite the emphasis on personal protection and concern with blood and body fluid contact, I still see the improper use of gloves by everyone from first-aiders to infectious disease and public health specialists. Improper glove use puts both the care provider and their patients at risk for acquiring any one of the many blood-borne illnesses. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
On Rehydration There has been a long-standing argument about how to properly hydrate during SCA activities. There are proponents of everything from pure water up through full-strength sports drinks with various additives. While the Ether sings with the debate and sports drink companies rake in the guineas, recent studies have thrown some light on this arcane topic. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
On Service (or, "How in blazes did this Baldric get so heavy?") How *did* this baldric get so heavy? The minds way of handling the weight of responsibility I suppose. “Can I do this?” I ask, and you find out you can. For at the end of the day, if all has gone well and you have done your best, your little questioning voice speaks up again. “Yes, you can do this after all.” Padraig o Connell
OTC Meds in the SCA Apparently, it is common in many corners of the Known World for Chirurgeons to act as if they don’t know that they are providing OTC meds. This gives the impression that the Chirurgeon is doing something shady and less than legal. Let’s see what the Society Chirurgeon’s Handbook (Jan 2004) has to say about medications: Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
Pennsic 35 FAQ The Chirurgeonate as a whole has expressed deep concern and distress over the events that arose at Pennsic 35. Repeated requests have been made for more information about incidents that occurred to trigger the suspension of Chirurgeonate supervision of First Aid triage and coordination. Shawn Reed, Director, SCA Inc. Ombudsman, Chirurgeonate
Physical Conditioning The midst of the deep dark winter seems a strange time to be thinking about the battles and wars to be fought months ahead in the summer, however, now is the time to start preparation with physical conditioning. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
The Scourge of the Woodlands ...lad, there is a wee beastie you must beware of; as I have seen this one strike strong healthy men who knew not they were under attack. They lie in wait quietly in the weeds at trailside, carrying with them disease and pestilence. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP
The Torn Page Written June 10th, A.S. XXXIX (2004) in memory of Ashley Falk, known to her friends in the SCA as Ashley of the Bear (January 24, 1991 - May 31, 2004). Ashley was a member of the An Tir College of Pages as well as being a Chirurgeon's Assistant. Requiescat in pace. THLord Conal MacNachtan, GdS
Wound Care One of the more common injuries seen at an SCA event is an open wound. The causes are legion, from such divers events as armor bite, kitchen clumsiness, camping klutzes, and dizzy dancers. Magister Galen of Ockham, MC, OP

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