Kristen Hamilton

Current Employer/Organisation Name

Global Medical Response

What have you been doing since leaving Exeter, and what are you doing now?

I returned to work as a flight paramedic and was promoted to a clinical educator position. I also started my own company in wilderness/rural medicine education. I am on a US disaster medical response team.

Why did you choose this career? And what do you enjoy most about your work?

I like helping people and the figuring out the puzzle of diagnosis and figuring out how to overcome logistical obstacles. 

Were you part of the Exeter Student Ambassador Scheme at any point during your studies?

Yes. I was a student ambassador my first year.

What did you enjoy most about your programme and what was the biggest highlight?

I enjoyed traveling around the world. I don’t think I have one specific highlight, but Everest Base Camp, coming to the UK for the first time and experiencing many tourist and non-tourist attractions, dog sledding in Norway, and climbing the icy mountains in Slovenia.

What did you enjoy most about studying here?

The hybrid environment.

Why did you choose to study at Exeter?

The unique degree, opportunity to travel, as well as cost was more reasonable than a US degree.

What skills and experiences have been most useful for your career?

Being world travelled. 

What advice would you give to a current student who wishes to pursue your career?

Network and experience is more worthwhile.

What are your plans for the future?

Unsure!