Show Notes
Today we sit down with Dr Andrew Graham. Andrew has worked as orthopedic surgeon and wilderness medic for the past 35 years. He has supported and completed endurance events and adventure races in Australia, Morocco, Borneo, Fiji and New Zealand. He has also provided medical support and completed expeditions across the infamous Kokoda Trail in Papua New Guinea over 15 times.
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