Maritime Medicine
As a specialist in the field of Maritime Medicine, Dr Grenet is able to determine if an individual is physically able to perform in the specific workplace condition of maritime workers. Lack of experience in this field may endanger the lives of countless workers and cost millions of dollars to seafaring companies. Every year, you can be confident that current regulatory standards are being followed and you are hiring the right employees that are able to perform safely and effectively as maritime workers.
Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) Seafarer Medical (ENG1)
What to Bring
Original Government issued ID
(Passport, Driver License)
Original previous ENG1
Glasses/contacts and case
to remove them if applicable
Medical report from treating doctor
if applicable
Avoid exposure to loud noise 24 hours prior to exam
E. Grenet M.D. Approved Doctor
Your ENG medical will be issued at the end of the appointment unless something is found which requires consultation with the MCA or further information from your physician.
The longest duration of the certificate Is 2 years.
When you book your medical, we will require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
Non-attendance will result in the loss of the deposit.
Certain seafarers from certain countries with a high incidence of TB will require a TB screening test. If the incidence is higher than 40/100,000, a screening test will be required.
There are 25 countries on the list. South Africa and the Philippines are on the list and crew members from these countries will require screening.
Methods of screening include the following:
PPD skin test
$70
Must Return in 48-72 Hours to Check Test
Chest X-ray
$135
Quantiferon (Blood Test)
$350
A recent report of one of the above will be suitable for screening.
An X-Ray report from a radiologist has to be in English (film not required)
Lost Certificate/ Duplicate Requested
Seafarer will have to provide a written explanation that the certificate has been lost and that nothing has changed in health status since the last medical. Cost for the duplicate is $65. If you are unable to pick up the certificate, a paid label ( FEDEX,UPS,USPS) will have to be emailed with a tracking number.
Once the certificate is received, please sign and scan us a signed copy.
What Does it Involve?
Completion and discussion
of MCA health questionnaire
Physical exam
including height and weight
Urine test
(sugar, protein, blood; not a drug screen)
Vision testing:
near, distant and color vision
Audiometry testing
In the busy season between Nov 15th-Dec 15th and March 15 - April 15th please schedule your appointment 5-7 days in advance. Seafarers who have to travel long distances to obtain an ENG1 please review list of other equivalent certificates approved by the MCA before making travel arrangements.
Marshall Island Medical Exam
Similar to above except no audiometry, or TB screening required.
When you book your medical, we will require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
Non-attendance will result in the loss of the deposit.
Cruise Line PEME's
E. Grenet M.D. Approved Doctor Carnival , Princess, Cunard, Holland America, Viking and P&O Cruise lines
Please book your appoinment online
Please bring government issued ID, glasses or contacts and previous medical.
If crew member suffers from any significant medical disorder or takes prescription medications, a summary report from treating physician will be required. Information not received will delay the issuing of the medical.
When you book your medical we require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Non-attendance will result in loss of the deposit. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
Norwegian Maritime Directorate Medical
E. Grenet M.D. Approved Doctor Norwegian Maritime Directorate
Please read above guidance for ENG1.
When you book your medical, we will require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
Non-attendance will result in the loss of the deposit.
TB screening is required for Seafarers who reside or are nationals of countries with an incidence higher than 40/100,000
Oil & Energy United Kingdom
E. Grenet M.D. Approved Doctor OEUK
Please read above guidance for ENG1.
No TB Screening required
When you book your medical, we will require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
USCG Medical
Similar to above except no audiometry, or TB screening required
Drug test required but not mandatory to perform at the time of the medical exam
When you book your medical, we will require a deposit to secure your appointment. This will be deducted from the cost of your medical. Fully refundable if cancelled 48 hours in advance minus $10 processing fee.
Non-attendance will result in the loss of the deposit.
Australian, Vanuatu, etc. please contact the office to inquire about price and availability