In 2020, The International Diver Medical Screen Committee (DMSC) released a new diver medical screening system and guidance to the physician. The following is an overview of that system. The DMSC was comprised of Divers Alert Network (DAN), the World Recreational Scuba Training Council (WRSTC), the Recreational Scuba Training Council (RSTC), and the Undersea Hyperbaric and Medical Society (UHMS) .
- The Diver Medical Participant Questionnaire (pages 1 and 2) is completed by the diving candidate.
- The Diver Medical Physician’s Evaluation Form (page 3) is completed by the physician evaluating the diving candidate for diving suitability when a physician’s approval to dive is necessary.
- The Diving Medical Guidance is a peer reference for physicians seeking additional information regarding how specific conditions relate to diving.