Dr. Patricia Santy, former Medical Officer for NASA, reviews the responsibilities and roles of a NASA Flight Surgeon. In particular she discusses the Challenger Mission, her role, and the implications of this disaster for the American space program.
A NASA Flight Surgeon's Recollections of the Challenger Mission Disaster

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Dr. Patricia Santy, former Medical Officer for NASA, reviews the responsibilities and roles of a NASA Flight Surgeon. In particular she discusses the Challenger Mission, her role, and the implications of this disaster for the American space program.
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