Custer, SD—Dr. Robert M. Bathurst is being recognized by
Continental Who’s Who as a Life Achiever for his contributions as an
anesthesiologist.
Dr Bathurst earned a BS in zoology from the University of
Denver. He received an MD from the University of Colorado, School of Medicine.
His internship was completed at the University of Oregon and he finished an
Anesthesiology residency at the U.S naval Medical Center in San Diego, CA.
Dr. Bathurst started his career as an anesthesiologist. He
was trained in other areas of medicine, primarily hyperbaric medicine, during
his service in the U.S. Navy. He is currently working on how to treat PTSD
using the hyperbaric method and also works in emergency medicine.
The doctor served 9 years in the Navy and is a Vietnam
Veteran. He achieved the rank of Lieutenant Commander. During his service, he
was trained in emergency medicine, hyperbaric medicine, worked on the Apollo
Space program regarding zero magnetic field, and as a flight surgeon.
Dr. Bathurst is affiliated with the American Board of
Emergency Medicine and is board-certified in emergency medicine by the American
Board of Emergency Medicine (ABEM). The doctor notes that the ABEM is one of 24
medical specialty certification boards recognized by the American Board of
Medical Specialties. It certifies emergency physicians who meet its educational
professional and examination standards. Emergency medicine also known as
accident and emergency medicine is the medical specialty concerned with the
care of illnesses or injuries requiring immediate medical attention. An
emergency physician works in an emergency department to care for acutely ill or
injured patients on an unscheduled basis.
Dr. Bathurst works at Essentia Health-Fargo in North Dakota
treating a wide range of acute conditions or injuries in an emergency room.
According to the doctor, Essentia Health-Fargo is a 133-bed hospital with 10
newborn intensive care beds, a birthing center, and 24-hour emergency room. It
is also a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center with
lifesaving teams where patients can expect a high level of care from friendly
knowledgeable providers.
Dr. Bathurst is the recipient of the High Standard Award
from St. Alexis Hospital in Bismarck, and 2 Golden Stethoscope Awards from
Ascension Hospital. The doctor participates in fundraising for the homeless
shelter in Rapid City, SD.
