Credentials to become a DAN Doctor?

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Just wondered if anyone knew what it takes to become a "DAN Doctor"?

My google-foo is poor and I was unable to find the appropriate information on DANs website.

How do doctors get on DANs recommended list? What qualifications are required?

My curiosity was sparked by a local experience with a DAN doctor. The doctor in question runs a hyperbaric chamber outfit, but demonstrated minimal diving knowledge. My assumption is the doctor is a hyperbaric treatment expert.

Please tell me that DANs list is not like Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards or PADI 5 Star dive shops...
 
Just wondered if anyone knew what it takes to become a "DAN Doctor"?

My google-foo is poor and I was unable to find the appropriate information on DANs website.

How do doctors get on DANs recommended list? What qualifications are required?

My curiosity was sparked by a local experience with a DAN doctor. The doctor in question runs a hyperbaric chamber outfit, but demonstrated minimal diving knowledge. My assumption is the doctor is a hyperbaric treatment expert.

Please tell me that DANs list is not like Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards Wine Spectator Restaurant Awards or PADI 5 Star dive shops...

I am convinced we do not have any real diving doctors here in Canada. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I mean real diving doctors, not hyperbaric doctors.
 
I am convinced we do not have any real diving doctors here in Canada. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I mean real diving doctors, not hyperbaric doctors.
Based upon multiple contributors here I claim there are some excellent diving doctors out there. But how to find them?

But based upon my extremely small sample set of 1 DAN referral, I have little faith that the "DAN Doctor" labels means anything more than a Wine Spectator Award (which is bought with $250US, no questions asked).
 
I am convinced we do not have any real diving doctors here in Canada. I hope someone can prove me wrong. I mean real diving doctors, not hyperbaric doctors.

We do in Calgary, 2 that I can think of right off the top of my head.
 
We do in Calgary, 2 that I can think of right off the top of my head.

Really? I’ve asked around but wasn’t able to find one who is a diving doctor. Lots of hyperbaric doctors. I wouldn’t mind getting a dive-specific check-up. And I’d like to discuss some concerns.
 
Really? I’ve asked around but wasn’t able to find one who is a diving doctor. Lots of hyperbaric doctors. I wouldn’t mind getting a dive-specific check-up. And I’d like to discuss some concerns.

Have you asked around at any of the local dive ops?
 
Who are the doctors in Calgary. I have a buddy who is going to need one. Thanks

Dr. Pivnick
and now that you've asked, can't remember the female doctor's name. Catherine something, I think.

It's likely that neither one will be taking new patients but Pivnick would always see someone new to him, if it was diving related.

I can get the female doctor's name, if it's really urgent
 
That’s an interesting question. As a physician myself, I dive with many other doctors, and snow of quite a few just in my town, so yes of course there are plenty out there. However it sounds like you’re looking for more than just a physician who dives and rather a dive medicine physician. Although I have taken many courses from the wilderness medical society in Conjunction with their fellowship, I certainly don’t consider myself a diving medicine physician. Please keep us informed on what you find out especially from DAN.
 
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