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Steve Davis interviews Ana Gonçalves about the intersection of dentistry and sidemount diving.

In this episode of Speaking Sidemount, host Steve Davis interviews Ana Gonçalves, a prosthodontist and sidemount diver, about her unique journey that intertwines her expertise in dentistry with her passion for diving. They explore the challenges and rewards of sidemount diving, the importance of proper training, and the risks associated with diving, including those related to dental work. Ana shares her experiences, insights into diving medicine, and her aspirations in hyperbaric medicine, providing a comprehensive look at the intersection of these two fields. In this conversation, Steve Davis and Ana Filipa Gonçalves discuss various aspects of diving, including the challenges and techniques of sidemount diving, the transition to rebreather diving with the Sidewinder, and the importance of building experience. They also touch on Ana's journey through her Mod 1 course, her aspirations for future diving in Mexico, and her career in dentistry, particularly her collaboration with DAN to address dental health issues related to diving. The conversation underscores the importance of having proper equipment, training, and safety protocols in the diving community. Get your copy of Steve's…

People in this episode

Host: Steve Davis

Guest: Ana Gonçalves

Topics covered

• sidemount diving
• dental health
• diving medicine
• hyperbaric medicine
• training and safety
• rebreather diving

Keywords

• sidemount diving
• dental considerations
• diving safety
• hyperbaric medicine
• rebreather diving
• training
• diving medicine

Sponsors

xdeep

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: DAN

Places: Mexico, Portugal

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