During a flight from Delhi to San Francisco, a 56-year-old woman experienced dizziness and vomited frequently. A doctor on board quickly treated her with the help of her smartwatch. The doctor, the only physician on the flight , hailed from Kerala. Upon noticing the passenger in distress, he immediately offered his assistance. While he had no medical equipment to examine the patient, he utilized her smartwatch to evaluate oxygen saturation, heartbeat, and heart rhythm.
The patient’s blood pressure was high, and oxygen saturation was low. The doctor used the flight’s medical kit to administer her necessary injections. When the flight captain suggested diverting the flight to the nearest airport, the doctor assured him that the patient’s condition was stable enough to continue the journey. Upon arrival at San Francisco airport, a medical team transported the patient to a hospital where…
