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Medical Examiner of Divers 2026
Course Information
The UHMS Level 1 – Medical Examiner of Divers course is designed to prepare Physicians and Non-Physician Practitioners (NPPs) to conduct medical examinations of commercial, recreational, scientific, and public safety divers and determine their fitness to dive.
The course follows the approved curriculum of the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC), the European Diving Technology Committee (EDTC), and the European Committee for Hyperbaric Medicine (ECHM), ensuring a balanced, evidence-based, and internationally recognized program of instruction.
Approved by DMAC/EDTCmed as a Level 1 – Medical Examiner of Divers course through December 31, 2025, this program provides participants with the knowledge and practical skills necessary to perform diver medical assessments in accordance with globally accepted standards.
Course Goal
The goal of this course is to equip Physicians and NPPs with the expertise needed to evaluate the medical fitness of professional, recreational, scientific, and public service divers. Through comprehensive instruction in diving medicine and fitness-to-dive assessment, participants will learn to identify medical conditions that may affect diving safety and make informed recommendations regarding an individual's ability to dive.
Upon Completion, Participants Will Be Able To:
- Conduct comprehensive fitness-to-dive evaluations.
- Assess medical risks associated with diving activities.
- Apply internationally recognized standards and guidelines for diver medical examinations.
- Evaluate commercial, recreational, scientific, and public safety divers.
- Make informed decisions regarding a diver's fitness for participation in diving operations.
Become part of a global network of healthcare professionals dedicated to protecting diver health and safety through expert medical assessment and evaluation.
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What is the difference between the
Level 1 and Level 2D course?
Physicians Training in Diving Medicine 2026
WE ARE NOW REQUIRING A $100 DEPOSIT TO HOLD A SEAT FOR THE COURSE. THIS DEPOSIT IS NON-REFUNDABLE. If you are military or part of a fellowship that will be covering your fee, please contact us at uhms@uhms.org.
Course Description and Goal
The UHMS Physicians Training in Diving Medicine Course was established in 1977 with financial support from the U.S. Department of Energy and in cooperation with the U.S. Navy. Over the years, the program has evolved to incorporate internationally recognized training objectives developed by the Diving Medical Advisory Committee (DMAC), the European Diving Technology Committee (EDTC), and the European Committee for Hyperbaric Medicine (ECHM).
The course has been approved by DMAC/EDTCmed as a Level 2D – Medical Management of Diving Accidents and Illnesses (Diving Medical Physician) course through December 31, 2025, reflecting its adherence to globally accepted standards in diving medicine education.
Designed primarily for physicians holding an MD, DO, or equivalent degree, the course also offers valuable training for non-physician healthcare professionals and diving industry personnel seeking to enhance the safety and effectiveness of diving operations within their organizations and regions.
Course Goal
The goal of this course is to prepare physicians to recognize, evaluate, and treat diving-related injuries and illnesses. Participants gain a comprehensive understanding of diving physiology, pathophysiology, and medical management principles, enabling them to provide informed clinical care to injured or ill divers.
Course Format
The program employs a variety of educational methods designed to promote both theoretical knowledge and practical application, including:
- Expert-led lectures
- Case presentations and discussions
- Video-based learning
- Printed reference and support materials
- Practical exercises
- Formal and informal question-and-answer sessions with faculty
In addition to classroom instruction, participants receive hands-on exposure to:
- Diving equipment and support systems
- Recompression chambers and hyperbaric facilities
- Operational aspects of diving medicine
- Emergency response scenarios
- Situational and simulation-based training
Upon Completion, Participants Will Be Able To:
- Recognize and diagnose diving-related injuries and illnesses.
- Understand the physiological principles that underpin diving medicine.
- Evaluate common and complex diving medical emergencies.
- Apply treatment principles for decompression illness and other dive-related conditions.
- Understand the role and operation of recompression and hyperbaric treatment systems.
- Collaborate effectively with diving operators, hyperbaric facilities, and emergency response teams.
- Apply internationally recognized best practices in the medical management of divers.
Join a distinguished community of diving medicine professionals and gain the advanced knowledge and practical skills needed to provide clinical care for divers worldwide.
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India PATH Skills Lab: Saturday, October 31, & Sunday, November 1, 2026
Date: Saturday, October 31, & Sunday, November 1, 2026
Location: Prana Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy Centre
Suite No. 03, Ground Floor, Kamla Spaces
Swami Vivekanand Rd, near Khira Nagar
Hasmukh Nagar, Santacruz (West)
Mumbai, Maharashtra 400054, India
The UHMS Hyperbaric Skills and Emergency Management Course, “PATH Skills Lab,” is designed to provide attendees with hands-on experience in emergency management and cover clinical decision-making within a collaborative group environment. The course features concurrent stations where small groups of 2–3 learners rotate throughout the day to explore topics such as hyperbaric medicine critical care, emerging indications, and practical management issues under the guidance of expert faculty. This small-group format promotes active discussion, teamwork, and critical thinking, with light hands-on and familiarization with equipment. Completion of this course is a requirement for the UHMS Program for Advanced Training in Hyperbarics.
PATH Skills Lab: Friday, May 28, 2027
Date: Friday, March 28, 2027
Location: Baylor University Medical Center
3500 Gaston Avenue Barnett Tower, Suite 210, Dallas, TX, 75246
USA
The UHMS Hyperbaric Skills and Emergency Management Course, “PATH Skills Lab,” is designed to provide attendees with hands-on experience in emergency management and cover clinical decision-making within a collaborative group environment. The course features concurrent stations where small groups of 2–3 learners rotate throughout the day to explore topics such as hyperbaric medicine critical care, emerging indications, and practical management issues under the guidance of expert faculty. This small-group format promotes active discussion, teamwork, and critical thinking, with light hands-on and familiarization with equipment. Completion of this course is a requirement for the UHMS Program for Advanced Training in Hyperbarics.