Women in Wilderness Medicine

 

Column Editor: Sarah Crockett, MD, FAWM

 

 


A Personal Account of an All-Female Climb

Cheryl L. Miller, DSc, PA-C
November 14, 2025

A Mount Baker climb sparks an unexpected medical journey as two healthcare professionals explore the intersection of fertility treatments, wilderness adventure, and the strength it takes to navigate both the mountain and the unknown.


Fueling the Adventure Athlete

Kimberly Kaiser, MD
October 4, 2024

This article tackles how adventure athletes can fuel smarter — spotlighting the risks of under-fueling (like Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport/RED-S), practical strategies for high-calorie wilderness missions, and when to seek pro help.


Breastfeeding in the Wild

Kimberly Kaiser, MD
July 10, 2024

Whether you’re going for a day trip or multi-day adventure with your baby, prepare appropriately


Inspiring Others to Climb

Sarah Schlein, MDAlexandra (Ally) Dove, BS, EMT
April 15, 2024

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