Space, Sport & Emergency Medicine Doctor & Research MD for the European Space Agency

Beth Healey is a doctor by profession who has dedicated much of her time to offering medical and logistical support in extreme, remote conditions. As a former Research MD for the European Space Agency, she spent an entire winter in Antarctica, in a spaceflight analogue called Concordia. As a speaker, Beth is accustomed to speaking on topics related to coping with isolation, peak performance, climate change and technology.

Academically gifted, Beth possesses a BSc in Physiology and an MBBS degree from the University of Bristol. She has also completed courses from institutions such as the International Space University, King’s College London, and Universite Paris Cite. Throughout her career, Beth has worked with leading medical institutions including positions such as an Anaesthetics Doctor and Intensive Care Doctor at the NHS, Head of Clinic at the Hopital du Valais and a Sports Medicine Physician at the Hopital de la Providence.

With a strong inclination towards adventure and exploration, Beth has combined her skills in the medical field with her penchant to work in extreme conditions. She has been an Expedition Doctor for National Geographic, part of the Medical Support Team at the North Pole Marathon and currently provides her expertise as a Medical Advisor on Space Medicine at the Blue Abyss. In her stint at the European Space Agency, her research revolved around the effects of isolation and extreme environments on physiology and psychology of crew members.

A prominent contributor to the Space and Global Health UN Specialist Interest group, Beth has studied how space derived technology can be applied to fix pressing medical challenges. As a speaker, Beth offers a unique insight into topics such as high-performance, technology’s role in the field of medicine and the effects of climate change. She has delivered TEDx talks such as “Antarctica, Spaceflight Analogues & The Future of Space Exploration” and “White Space – How Research From Antarctica Will Help Future Exploration”. Beth Healey is now available to hire for a wide range of events. Enquire today!

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Beth Healey's official speaker topics include:

Coping With Isolation - Having overwintered in Antarctica, where she researched the physiological and psychological effects of isolation on the overwinter crew, Beth has first-hand experience on coping with isolation and how to overcome the difficulties it presents. In this talk Beth draws on her experience and research into isolation, to share advice and coping strategies for use during the pandemic, and to help us thrive in self-isolation.
Transfer of Technology - Having worked across a range of areas, Beth feels passionately about sharing ideas and technological advancements between industries. In this talk Beth will explore how a fresh perspective and improved sharing of both ideas and failures can promote success across all industries.
High Performing Teams - In this talk Beth uses her experience to illustrate how to maximise optimal performance from your team in order to achieve success.
Climate Change - From her work in the polar regions, Beth has witnessed first-hand the effects of climate change. From time working in a local Inuit village hospital she has seen how hunters have had to adapt their hunting styles to chaining migration patterns of local animals their way of life. Based on what she has witness, Beth will explore the impact of COVID-19 on climate change, and discuss developments in science and technology that will shape the future of sustainable living.

Official Feedback from In-Person & Virtual Events

Feedback from In-Person Events:

“Beth was outstanding and hugely inspirational. She has those rare human qualities of humour, empathy and impact, and is able to bring her personal stories to life in a truly wonderful way.” - KPMG