Quote by David M. Brown
As a physician and as a pilot, I think it lets me be a pretty good translator having one foot in the medical world and one foot in the flying world. Sometimes when the medical guys come in and speak medical stuff to the pilots, the pilots really don't know what they're saying.
Summary
This quote highlights the advantage of having dual expertise in medicine and aviation. The speaker, who is both a physician and a pilot, describes themselves as a "translator" between these two worlds. With knowledge of both fields, they can effectively bridge the communication gap that often exists between medical professionals and pilots. This is particularly valuable when medical personnel use technical terminology, which pilots may not understand. By having one foot in each world, the speaker can enhance safety and understanding in situations where medical information needs to be conveyed to pilots.