About The Author

Dr. Dickie Lynn Hill

Dr. Dickie Lynn Hill, a native of Oklahoma, brings over 44 years of experience in medicine. He holds degrees in respiratory therapy, biology, chemistry, and history, and is a certified Physician Assistant. After completing his medical training at the Oklahoma College of Osteopathic Medicine and a rotating internship at the U.S. Naval Hospital in San Diego, Dr. Hill specialized in tropical medicine, undersea medicine, and battlefield casualty care. He taught Medicine at Sea at the California Maritime Academy, founded The Osteopathic Wilderness Medical Society, and practiced as a Board Certified Family Practitioner aboard a sailboat in Benicia, California for 30 years.

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Practical Knowledge

Learn to diagnose and treat illnesses, injuries, and emergencies with simple tools and techniques.

Historical Insight

Discover how field medicine has evolved and shaped history.

Illustrated for Clarity

Visual aids make complex medical concepts easy to understand.

For Every Skill Level

Designed for laypersons and professionals alike.

Real-Life Stories

Engaging sea tales provide context and inspiration.

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Ships Surgeon
Medical care at sea has been around since the humans first left the shore. The larger the crew and the higher the value of the vessel, the greater the need for medicine at sea. From the beginning of sea-going travel, the role of an onboard medical officer was established as a necessity.
The Medical Officer
Ambrose Pare like most medical officers throughout history had no formal medical training, yet he became Surgeon General to four French Kings, wrote the definitive field surgery textbook of the 16th century and is a giant among Renaissance medical officers.

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Dr. Hill’s Medicine at Sea is a masterfully written and brilliantly composed blend of medical science and naval history. It’s both informative and thoroughly enjoyable an essential read for any sailor, whether responsible for onboard medical care or simply passionate about life at sea. This book deserves a place on every ship and in every seafarer’s duffel bag.

Medicine at Sea is a powerful blend of history, hands-on guidance, and maritime wisdom. Dr. Dickie Hill draws from decades of experience as a ship’s surgeon and educator to create a uniquely practical and engaging guide for medical care in remote or off-grid environments. This third edition is richly illustrated, deeply informative, and written for both professionals and laypeople alike. Whether you're at sea or preparing for emergencies on land, this book is an essential resource.

I expected a dry manual—what I got was part survival guide, part history, and part life advice. Dr. Hill writes with clarity, humor, and heart. Essential for anyone who sails, hikes, or just wants to be ready when help’s not around.