The Winter 2026 edition of the Journal of Special Operations Medicine Podcast brings together hosts Jessica Rodriguez, Sydney Duke, and Matthew Farinella for a lively, insightful discussion that blends medical education, operational readiness, and the evolving demands of military medicine.

🎙️ Episode Highlights

• Team Updates & Military Match: The hosts share personal updates on rotations, match results, and the unique rhythm of the military medical training pipeline—from audition rotations to the fast-paced final months of medical school.
• Leadership & Combat Medic Training: Sydney reviews a Belgian Defense study evaluating whether prior EMT experience predicts success in combat medic training. The surpris ...