DAN Medical Services

DAN makes it easy for you to find answers to your diving medical questions. However, the complexities surrounding most medical issues demand personal attention. Therefore, the information presented here should always be used in conjunction with advice from your personal diving physician.

For non-emergency medical questions, you can talk to a DAN Medic by calling +1-919-684-2948 (Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm EST). If you prefer to submit your question via e-mail, you can send it directly to a DAN Medic.

If you believe that you might have signs or symptoms of decompression illness, please call DAN's Diving Emergency Hotline IMMEDIATELY at +1-919-684-8111 or +1-919-684-4326 (collect). This hotline is staffed 24 hours a day, 365 days per year.

Find the information you need by using one of the following tools:

• Frequently Asked Questions
• In-Depth Medical Articles
• Physician Referrals
• On-Site Neurological Examination
• Recompression Chamber Assistance Program
  • RCAP-ATMO Scholarships Available
• Planning a Dive Trip? Be Prepared!
• Injury and Fatality Statistics
• Can't find what you're looking for? Ask a DAN Medic