Blackadder1916
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CombatDoc said:I'll weigh in. IMO, every medical trade should be posted to an Army base as their first posting which generally means a Fd Amb. This allows them to learn the Army way of doing things, field craft, soldier skills, etc, in addition to time in the medical clinic. As much field time as possible, keeping in mind a reasonable sea:shore ratio. Notice that I mention "in addition to time in the medical clinic", meaning those first few years should not be spent only folding canvas and DI'ing vehicles in the Fd Amb bays, nor should they be exclusively clinical.
It is far easier for someone with some time in the Army to go to a Navy or Air Force environment, including overseas deployments, than vice versa. After your first 3 years at a Fd Amb, then anywhere in Canada should be open. I will now don my protective garments for the anticipated rebuttal. ;D
Why would you anticipate a rebuttal? At least from anyone who has any experience. Anyone who doesn't agree with your conclusions are (IMO) not familiar with the organization and requirements of Canadian military medicine.