Easy Equalization
All you need to know about Easy Equalization.
What does LDC offer?
A full range of dive medicals:
- From
the basic medical for those taking up the sport
- HSE
medicals for Commercial Instructors, Divemasters or Saturation
divers
- At
LDC we have many years experience of Dive medicine
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The doctor is registered on the HSE Approved List of Dive
Examiners.
- The
doctor is an experienced SCUBA diver
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We are happy to discuss any diving issues over the phone
or by e-mail
When
should I contact LDC?
- When
you need a dive medical
- If
you have any concerns with your health before you take
up scuba diving
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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 the London and Midlands Diving chambers on 07940 353 816.
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.
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£40 |
- Malta/Gozo/Spanish
Medical-
for those diving in countries that require a medical
done within the past year.
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£40 |
Both
of the above medicals include: |
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Full
physical examination
Lung function tests
BMI
Urinalysis
Blood pressure
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- Fit
to Dive - for those taking up diving
who have a medical problem that needs fuller examination.
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£60 |
e.g.
asthma, history of epilepsy or lung disease
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- Australian
Fit To Dive (AS4005.1) - for those who
wish to dive in Queensland and who need to be medically
certified fit to dive.
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£80 |
- Divemaster
Medical - HSE regulations stipulate that even though Divemaster trainees in the UK may never have any intention of actually working here professionally, they are responsible for "live divers" and as such require the full HSE medical (see below).
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- HSE
Preliminary Medical - for the Divemaster
or Instructor qualification, Saturation Divers,
Underwater Cameramen.
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£120 |
Full
physical examination
Spirometry
Audiogram
ECG and Post Exercise ECG
Blood and Urine Tests
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| When you attend for your first HSE medical, you need to bring a form countersigned by your GP proving you have no serious illnesses. Please download the form and print it off: Medical Questionnaire |
- HSE
Annual Repeat Medical
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£80 |
As
above but without the blood test
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- Assessment
of fitness to return to diving after a bend or other
illness
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£80 |
How do I make payment?
Payment must be made on the day of your appointment, by cash or cheque only. Cheques should be made payable to The London Diving Chamber.
Unfortunately, we are unable to accept credit/debit card payments at the time of your appointment.
How do I know which medical I need?
Just complete our Information request form or phone +44(0)20 3286 0946 and we will be happy to advise you.
How do I book a dive medical?
Please phone +44(0)20 3286 0946
or complete the Appointment
Request Form.
