diving medicals
e-med offers a full range of diving medicals:
- from the basic medical for those taking up the sport
- HSE medicals for Commercial Instructors, Divemasters or Saturation divers
- At e-med we have many years experience of Dive medicine
- The doctor is registered on the HSE Approved List of Dive Examiners and is a BSAC Medical Referee
- The doctor is an experienced SCUBA diver
- We are happy to discuss any diving issues over the phone or by e-mail
- We can do your travel immunisations if you are going abroad
When should I contact e-med?
- When you need a dive medical
- If you have any concerns with your health before you take up scuba diving
- If you come back from a dive trip and have had problems when diving
N.B. If you think you may be experiencing symptoms of Decompression Sickness please call DAN on 01224-585747.
What does a dive medical cost?
There are different sorts of medical needed for different levels of qualification:
- Open Water Medical - for those about to start diving [£40]
Full physical examination
Lung function tests
BMI
Urinalysis
Blood pressure
- Fit to Dive - for those taking up diving who have a medical problem that needs fuller examination [£60]
e.g. asthma, history of epilepsy or lung disease
- HSE Preliminary Medical - for the Divemaster or Instructor qualification, Saturation Divers, Underwater Cameramen [£120 + films]
Full physical examination
Spirometry
Audiogram
ECG and Exercise ECG
Blood and Urine Tests
Chest X-ray
- HSE Annual Repeat Medical [£80]
As above but without the blood test and X-ray
- Assessment of fitness to return to diving after a bend or other illness [£80]
How do I know which medical I need?
Just e-mail e-med at
doctor@e-med.co.uk or phone +44 (0) 20 7806 4028 and they will be happy to advise you.
How do I book a dive medical?
Please phone +44 (0) 20 7806 4028 or complete the
Appointment Request Form.
