What would you do if you were visiting a foreign country and suddenly found yourself in the midst of a catastrophic natural event, government coup or armed uprising? Our host Dr. Kevin Brenner can tell you exactly what to do – because he recently found himself in exactly that situation, stranded in Morocco following a devastating 6.8 earthquake. He was fortunate enough to have a connection that got him directly to Mike Coleman, SVP for Strategic Partnerships at the international security company Global Guardian and our guest on this episode of Beyond the OR. If you’ve never considered prepping yourself before travel and don’t have a go-to resource, here’s why you might regret it should you hit a bump – big or small. “When you’re in the middle of a crisis you need … something that gives you comfort,” observes co-host Elizabeth Morales. “It’s not just the physicality of everything (Global Guardian) does. It’s also that emotional support that you need in the case of an emergency.” The unexpected is just that, but Mike, a former Green Beret, and the entire team at Global Guardian (made up primarily of military and law enforcement veterans) have the depth of expertise and international network you need to enjoy peace of mind. Find out what measures you can take to mitigate risk or secure first-responder medical support in times of need and hear the dramatic story of how Dr. B, his wife and their group of traveling companions were safely and quickly evacuated off  a devastated Moroccan mountainside in the middle of the night, thanks to Global Guardian’s network of trusted operatives. These are the people, says Dr. B, that you want on speed dial when you’re under duress and don’t have a plan. Global Guardian is prepared to swoop into 135 countries, providing whatever resources necessary to ensure your safety. Tune in and find out how to get more information about navigating the unpredictable. Says our guest: “The world is not getting any better, or safer.”

Wherever you’re headed in the world, here’s a contact worth having on hand! Reach Global Guardian’s security support website at this link or dial in direct at +1-703-566-9463. You can also click here to check out real-time examples of their medical and emergency services.

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