Dr. David Wishnew, MD
Preventative Medicine Specialist | Undersea and Hyperbaric Medicine
6633 E Hwy 290 Suite 101 Austin TX, 78723Rating
2/5
About
David Wishnew is a preventative medicine specialist practicing in Austin, TX. Wishnew specializes in the health of individuals, communities, and particular populations, focusing on how to protect and maintain health as well as prevent disease and dangers. As a preventative health specialist, Wishnew participates in the planning and evaluation of health services, researches diseases in specific populations and helps manage health care organizations. Preventative medicine specialists can specialize further in aerospace medicine, occupational medicine, or public health and general preventive medicine.
Education and Training
Univ Libre De Bruxelles- Fac De Med Et De Pharm- Bruxelles- 1979
Universite Libre De Bruxelles, Faculte De Medecine 1979
Board Certification
Plastic SurgeryAmerican Board of Plastic SurgeryABPS
Provider Details
Dr. David Wishnew, MD's Expert Contributions
Does it take longer to heal in space?
Yes. The effects of reduced gravity lead to reduced muscle mass and decreased blood volume. These contribute to slower wound healing. READ MORE
How long is a typical space mission?
Well, until the ship hits the ground. READ MORE
Are fitness tests required to join aerospace medicine?
Yes. And the ability to ask smart questions. READ MORE
Is an aircraft mechanic a good job?
This is a medical site. My suggestion is a septic tank technician. READ MORE
Have any rare diseases been encountered while in space?
No. READ MORE
What should I do if I feel dizzy during my flight?
Motion sickness is quite often due to disparate onpuy from inner ear, eye, and body motion. If anxiety is an issue, mild sedation may help. Sometimes, even a small amount of alcohol may help. For an extended flight, more sedation in the form of reduced dose of Benadryl may help. Use of scopolamine has been very successful in reducing motion sickness. It’s a patch called transderm-scop. Goes on skin behind the ear. Homeopathic medication includes ginger. I have found that crystallized ginger is effective for mild nausea. There are also acupressure devices that are worn on the wrist and may be effective. David Wishnew, MD READ MORE
Do antibiotics work even for a viral infection?
Antibiotics do not work on viral infections. If, however, the viral infection is complicated by a superimposed bacterial infection, then antibiotics may be helpful. But no…antibiotics should not be given for a viral infection. David Wishnew, MD READ MORE
Do hand sanitizers really work?
Yes. They do. The alcohol destroys the outer fatty layer of both viruses as well as bacteria. This kills bacteria and destroys the viruses. David Wishnew, MD READ MORE
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