44 & time for a Physical

ScubaPaul · Apr 26, 2006

Now that I'm 44 years old, I am thinking of having a full physical done to make sure that I am healthy enough to continue diving without undue risk of hidden problems such as heart disease, which does run in my family.

Does anyone know if there is a listing of physicians who are familiar with the unique risks associated with diving and medical conditions, who may be worth contacting to get a full physical, heart health assessment, etc.?

Have any of you done the same thing or feel there is any value in seeking someone with such expertise over a general practitioner without it?

Thanks!

scubamickey · Apr 26, 2006

If you email DAN they will send you a list of doctors in your area that they have listed as having dive medicine knowledge.

Rick Inman · Apr 26, 2006

You can get your physical done by your GP, and then, if anything is less than 100%, call DAN for a referral.

scubamickey · Apr 26, 2006

Rick Inman:
You can get your physical done by your GP, and then, if anything is less than 100%, call DAN for a referral.

Not everybody has a GP

It doesn't hurt anything to start with a GP who has taken DAN workshops and has knowledge of diving.

Rick Inman · Apr 26, 2006

scubamickey:
Not everybody has a GP

It doesn't hurt anything to start with a GP who has taken DAN workshops and has knowledge of diving.

No GP...Yeah, I never though of that.

You're right. When I got bent they did a complete workup on me, and it was reassuring to know that I was being assessed by a doctor that had been DAN trained, approved, and was continuing his education in diving medicine.

ScubaPaul · Apr 27, 2006

scubamickey:
Not everybody has a GP

It doesn't hurt anything to start with a GP who has taken DAN workshops and has knowledge of diving.

Ideally, this is along the lines of what I would be looking for...a Doctor who understands the stresses placed upon the body as a result of diving, and can assess my health with this in mind.

Paul

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