Dear Client, we look forward to assisting you with your
SAUHMA Dive Medical Examinations
for Recreational / Leisure Divers, as well as Commercial Divers.
TO NOTE : This medical is NOT CURRENTLY AVAILABLE – to be continued from 05 January 2026
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The South African Underwater and Hyperbaric Medical Association (SAUHMA) has accredited Doctor Samantha Heymans, as a recognised Dive Medical Examiner (DME), to carry out medicals on divers. These medicals meet the requirements of:
- DMAC (Diving Medical Advisory Committee) standards, as contained in IMCAD 20/01
- South African Diving Regulations of 2009
Medical certification
Divers of all levels are required to undergo a medical to ensure they meet fitness requirements. This is in keeping with international regulations.
Fitness to dive certification : A diver shall not be permitted to dive unless they have a valid diving medical certificate signed by a recognised Dive Medical Examiner (DME). This examination should be performed every 12 months, or more frequently as determined by the examining Dive Medical Examiner (DME).
These examination requirements serve as a guideline only, and can change, based on various health risk factors (to be discussed further at the time of the Consultation) :
| Examination Items |
RECREATIONAL DIVER (including scuba / free diving) |
COMMERCIAL DIVER | ||
| Age parameters (where applicable) | < 40 Years of age | 40 to 50 years of age | > 50 Years of age | |
| Medical (including rapid finger prick glucose test) | Medical only – no other items required | Required annually | Required annually | Required annually |
| Occupational Health (audio, vision, lung) | Required annually | Required annually | Required every year | |
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Chest x-ray |
Proof of x-ray within the last five years (image + report) | Proof of x-ray within the last two years (image + report) | Required every year | |
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Stress ECG |
Proof of stress ECG within the last five years (tracings + report) | Proof of stress ECG within the last two years (tracings + report) |
Required every year
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Appointment:
To schedule an appointment: Please download the correct dive medical invoice shown below for upfront payment to be made :
To note:
Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
candidate to provide proof of:
- chest x-ray (dicom image + report : on usb or email):
- < 40 years : image + report within last 5 years
- 40 to 50 years : image + report within last 2 years
- > 50 years : image + report within last 12 months
- COMMERCIAL DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH + CXR:
candidate to provide proof of:
- stress ECG (tracings + report : on usb or email):
- < 40 years : tracings + report within last 5 years
- 40 to 50 years : tracings + report within last 2 years
- > 50 years : tracings + report within last 12 months
- COMMERCIAL DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH ONLY:
candidate to provide proof of:
- chest x-ray (dicom image + report : on usb or email):
- < 40 years : image + report within last 5 years
- 40 to 50 years : image + report within last 2 years
- > 50 years : image + report within last 12 months
candidate to provide proof of:
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- stress ECG (tracings + report):
- < 40 years : tracings + report within last 5 years
- 40 to 50 years : tracings + report within last 2 years
- > 50 years : tracings + report within last 12 months
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Please send through proof of payment to Dive@TravelDocCorp.com, together with your name, email address and contact telephone number, and type of medical required, in order that an appointment may be scheduled. Once upfront payment has been received, a representative will contact you via email to arrange an appointment accordingly – noting there is approximately a 1 to 2 week lead time for this type of appointment, however all attempts will be made to fit you in as soon as possible – appointments will only be booked and confirmed, once upfront payment has been received.
To note : you will be offered the first available appointment – In the event an earlier appointment does become available, you will be contacted and given an option of moving this appointment. If no appointment confirmation is received from yourself within 48 hours, your application and appointment request will be cancelled.
Please bring to the Appointment:
- Proper identification (proof of identity must include at least one government-issued document)
- TO NOTE : Without valid proof of identification, the appointment will unfortunately not be able to proceed.
- Comfortable clothing, running shoes
- Eye glasses or contact lenses, if worn
- Any medical reports or test results that you may have as a result of previous or existing medical conditions should be brought to the consultation for any relevant medical related matters ie recent operations, prescription medication etc. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your medical examination. Please ensure Medical Reports are in English and are typed (not handwritten).
- Photographs are NOT required.
Please be prompt for your Dive Medical Examination and ensure all necessary documentation is produced on arrival.
Costs:
(Please note that the costs and duration may vary depending on the medical findings or further testing requirements) To note: Prices are subject to change without prior notice.
| Examination Items |
RECREATIONAL DIVER (including scuba / free diving) |
DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH + ECG + CXR (COMPLETE MEDICAL) | DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH + STRESS ECG | DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH + CXR | DIVE MEDICAL + OCC HEALTH ONLY |
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| Price (Incl VAT) | R1,010.00 | R4,025.50 | R3,175.50 | R2,925.50 | R2,075.50 |
| Candidate to supply |
Nothing to be |
Nothing to be supplied | CXR (image + report) as detailed above | Stress ECG (tracings + report) as detailed above |
Stress ECG (tracings + report) as detailed above CXR (image + report) as detailed above |
| Expected Duration | 0.5 hours | 1.5 hours | 1.5 hours | 1 hour | 1 hour |
Payment:
Upfront payment in full is required for this type of examination. Please send through proof of payment to Dive@TravelDocCorp.com, together with your name, email address and contact telephone number, and type of medical required, in order that an appointment may be scheduled.
General Questions & Answers
Can any GP conduct a dive medical examination?
Dive medicals are only permitted to be performed by a trained Dive Medical Examiner.
What classes of Dive Medicals can I do at this practice?
Currently we can assist with all classes of Dive Medicals.
Which tests are conducted?
Depending on the candidate, the type of diving and other factors, various tests will be applicable. These may include :
- Medical examination
- Blood pressure
- BMI assessment
- Rapid finger prick glucose test
- Urine dipstick
- Stress electrocardiograms – cardiac assessment
- Chest x-ray
- Audiometry – hearing tests
- Vision – eye tests
- Spirometry – lung function tests
- Drug Testing – where applicable
What documentation do I need to bring with to the medical examination?
- Photo ID (ID, Driver’s License or Passport)
- Any medical reports where applicable.
What happens with pre-existing medical conditions?
Any medical reports or test results that you may have as a result of previous or existing medical conditions should be brought to the consultation for any relevant medical related matters ie recent operations, prescription medication etc. Failure to do so may delay the processing of your medical examination. To note: Please ensure Medical Reports are in English and are typed (not handwritten).
How long is my medical certificate valid for?
The Medical Certificate is valid for a maximum of 12 months. A shorter duration of validity may be applicable due to various factors, and the Doctor will inform you of this at the time of the consultation.
Can I use my medical aid to pay for the Dive Medical?
PLEASE NOTE: IN OUR EXPERIENCE, MOST MEDICAL AIDS DO NOT REIMBURSE CLAIMS RELATING TO THESE TYPES OF MEDICALS.
In our experience, your Medical Aid is very unlikely to pay for this type of medical, the blood tests and the x-ray associated with this, as Medical Aids generally see this as an elective consultation, and not due to the candidates being “sick” In the event that you do intend claiming these back from your Medical aid, please check prior to attending the appointment, if your Medical Aid will in fact settle these claims. You will receive an invoice on the day of the Consultation, however it will be your responsibility to settle the amounts directly with us. To note: No further discussions/queries regarding Medical aid claims will be entered into.
Do I need to make an appointment for this type of medical or can I just walk in ? How far in advance should I schedule an appointment ?
An appointment is certainly necessary for this type of medical. Generally speaking the first available appointment will be offered to you, however this could range from the next couple of days to possibly a week or two or three – the general rule would be to allow at least for 10 days in advance.
Can I use this opportunity to have my annual medical done, have additional company specific paperwork completed , have additional blood tests done, update any scripts that I need etc ?
No. Please set up time with your consulting Health Practitioner for these services. The sole purpose of this medical is for the evaluation for a Dive Medical Examination. The consulting Doctor will confirm what additional tests are deemed necessary if the need arises.
I need the address and directions to the clinic that will be doing my medical ?
I am currently on prescription medication, is this a problem?
The medical can continue, but we will require a written report from a prescribing physician indicating the condition for which you are being treated and their expected medical management plan.
I currently have / previously had a medical condition, should I bring a report ?
Yes. Please ensure any medical reports or test results that you may have as a result of previous or existing medical conditions are brought to the consultation for any relevant medical related matters ie recent operations, prescription medication etc. Failure to do so will delay the processing of your medical examination.
Can someone watch my children, while I am in the Consultation with the Doctor ?
No. In the event, you are bringing children with you to the appointment, please also bring along a person (child minder / family member) to assist with looking after the children during your consultation. Parents are asked to note that there are other medical professionals working in close proximity and noise levels should be kept to a minimum at all times.
Is there somewhere for my children to play on site?
No. Please ensure you bring books / toys etc with you to keep them entertained as the medical process can be seen as long.
Is there a canteen / tea-room / restaurant available on site?
No. The closest restaurant / shops are across a main road. Please ensure that you bring water / juice / food with you (especially for the children) as the medical process can be seen as long.
Are you open on Saturdays ?
Please note this weekend service has been discontinued – an appointment will need to be made during office hours : Monday to Friday.
I will be expecting an important call so I need to have my cellphone on during the consultation with the Doctor ?
Certain cellular and mobile device frequencies may interfere with the medical equipment thereby giving incorrect readings relating to your medical health. Please make arrangements that all cellphones and mobile devices are switched off during the Consultation to ensure undisturbed communication is maintained with the Doctor that is examining you.
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