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Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation (MEIR) Course
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On-site MEIR Description
The On-site Medical Effects of Ionizing Radiation (MEIR) Course is post-graduate level instruction concerning the biomedical consequences of radiation exposure, how the effects can be reduced, and how to medically manage casualties. The training includes nuclear incidents that can occur on or off the battlefield and that go beyond nuclear weapons events. It covers thoroughly all four of the key subjects: health physics, biological effects of radiation, medical/health effects, and psychological effects.

Course length and location—The on-site course is 2.5-days and is taught throughout the year at major U.S. military bases throughout the United States and abroad.

Who should participate—The MEIR course provides valuable information for military medical personnel, including physicians, nurses, medical planners, and first responders.

Security requirements—The course has no security requirements.

Course content—The postgraduate-level course addresses the following topics:
  • Fundamentals of ionizing radiation
  • Ionizing radiation interactions with cells and organs
  • Diagnosis and treatment of acute radiation syndromes and combined injuries
  • Psychological effects of radiation exposure
  • Internal radiation contamination
  • Radiological defense
  • Radioprotection
  • Hazards of ionizing radiation
  • Radiation pathology
  • Human exposure resulting from radiation accidents
  • Consequences of nuclear weapons detonation
  • Nuclear accident response by government organizations
Host site request—To host MEIR training at your facility, submit your request at least three months in advance by calling 301-295-2950 or by e-mail using the button below.
How to register
Registration for the course is free for all military personnel and DOD civilians (i.e., those with a .mil email address). Non-DOD civilian medical personnel are required to pay a $200 registration fee.

To view the MEIR Course schedule and register, click HERE.
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