UBUC

Medical Section

Scuba diving is a physically demanding sport which puts extra physiological demands on the body. Every diver therefore needs to be physically fit to dive. In most diving organisations a full medical from a doctor is not required - instead individuals complete a self declaration medical form.

In UBUC every club member completes a BSAC Medical Form annually. This form declares that you are medically fit to dive. You will complete this form at the beginning of each academic year, along with the club membership form when you pay your fees.

The form can be found on the link above and asks 10 questions about your health. If you answer YES to any of the questions you will need to speak to a diving doctor to endorse your medical.

YOU WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO DIVE WITHOUT A COMPLETED FORM!!!

If for whatever reason your medical situation changes you MUST inform the diving officer and complete another medical form.

Diving doctors in Bristol:

Dr Helen Wehner,

Hillview Family Practice,

Hartcliffe Health Centre,

Harecliffe Road, Hartcliffe,

Bristol BS13 0JP

Tel: 0117 301 5250 (s) Fax: 0117 964 9055

helen.wehner@gp-L81041.nhs.uk

For diving doctors located in other cities see the link to the BSAC website below.

For more information, visit the BSAC Medical Section

Diving medicine

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