Mike Gerst - PrepEm Wild - Ep 102 - The Josh Smith Show

Josh sits down with Mike Gerst, an emergency room doctor and founder of Prep Em Wild, in this episode. Mike shares his journey from growing up in Central Pennsylvania to managing 11 hospitals and launching a business focused on medical preparedness for outdoor enthusiasts. From treating horse-related pelvic fractures to teaching hunters how to handle life-threatening injuries, Mike breaks down essential first aid knowledge, including the proper use of tourniquets, gauze, and epinephrine for anaphylaxis. They dive into the realities of emergency medicine, the importance of preparation for natural disasters like floods, and the mental toll of being unprepared in critical situations. Mike’s mission with Prep Em Wild is to equip hunters, hikers, and everyday people with the tools and training to save lives in the field.FOLLOW MONTANA KNIFE COMPANY: https://www.montanaknifecompany.com/ http://instagram.com/montanaknifecompany http://x.com/montanaknifeco