DG Shipping Medical Examination for Gujarat Seafarers
Gujarat has a significant maritime workforce, with seafarers sailing with Indian and international shipping companies. DG Shipping mandates that all seafarers undergo approved medical examinations before joining a vessel.
Velys Multispeciality Hospital in Ahmedabad is a registered DG Shipping medical examination centre in Gujarat (Reg. No. GUJ/AHM/02/2026), offering comprehensive maritime medical fitness assessments for seafarers across the state.
Seafarers Served from Across Gujarat
We conduct DG Shipping medical examinations for seafarers travelling from Ahmedabad, Surat, Vadodara, Rajkot, Gandhinagar, Bhavnagar, Jamnagar, Anand, Mehsana, and other cities across Gujarat.
All required investigations — blood tests, chest X-ray, ECG, vision, and hearing — are conducted in-house at Velys Hospital.
Approved Examiner and Registration
The DG Shipping medical examination at Velys Hospital is conducted by Dr. Bhargav Patel (MBBS, MD), Medical Director, holding DG Shipping approval under Reg. No. GUJ/AHM/02/2026 issued by the Directorate General of Shipping, Government of India.
All examinations are conducted as per the Merchant Shipping (Medical Examination) Rules, 2000, and applicable DG Shipping circulars.
Examinations Offered
- Pre-sea medical examination for new recruits and cadets
- Periodic medical examination (renewal of DG Shipping fitness certificate)
- Special medical examination following illness, injury, or prolonged absence
- Offshore and maritime industry fitness assessments
Book Your Appointment
Call +91 99789 55247 or email info@velyshospital.com to schedule your DG Shipping medical examination. Velys Hospital is open Monday to Sunday, 9 AM to 6 PM.
Address: FF 6, Aastha Bunglows, Nr. Sola Overbridge, Science City Road, Sola, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380060
Frequently Asked Questions
Which DG Shipping centre is available in Gujarat?
Velys Multispeciality Hospital, Ahmedabad, is a DG Shipping approved medical examination centre in Gujarat under Reg. No. GUJ/AHM/02/2026.
Can seafarers from Surat, Vadodara, or Rajkot visit Velys Hospital?
Yes. Seafarers from anywhere in Gujarat are welcome to schedule their DG Shipping medical examination at Velys Hospital in Ahmedabad.
Is prior appointment necessary?
Yes. Call +91 99789 55247 to book an appointment before visiting.