Award Recipient

2025

Diver Medical Education Grant, Sponsored by The Diver Medic (WDHOF Member Chantelle Newman)

Bigna Fischer

Bigna is a passionate technician and recreational diver, as well as a dedicated nurse from Switzerland, near Lake Constance. With years of experience in pediatric nursing, she works as a nursing instructor, passing on her knowledge, and inspiring young, aspiring nurses. Recently, she expanded her career to dive instruction, teaching now both nursing and diving techniques. Bigna is particularly interested in dive medicine, which she shares with others in EFR and Rescue courses. She also serves as the president of a growing dive club, where she brings her enthusiasm for diving to a wider audience, especially young people and children. Her love for diving is rooted in her appreciation for the underwater world and the tranquility it brings. Combining her passion for both medicine and diving, Bigna continues to support and motivate others in these fields, fostering a strong community of divers and healthcare professionals alike.

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