This course aims to increase the knowledge of the diver doctor in the field of ENT and underwater flora and fauna. To this end, these two areas are treated by experienced specialists.
ENT: in addition to deepening general knowledge about the ENT field, the following three focus areas form the core of this part:
Whether or not you can/may dive with existing pathology relating to hearing, balance and smell. And the advice that can be given.
The problems that diving can cause in the ENT area and how they can possibly be prevented.
The treatment of ENT pathology arising during or after the dive.
Marine life: Based on the knowledge of marine biology, distinguish various groups whose contact with the diver can lead to undesirable/dangerous situations. It discusses:
The behavior of underwater life.
How to avoid contac.
The risks of contact.
The consequences and treatment of contact
After this course the diving doctor is suposed to:
To be better able to identify problems during a preventive diving medical examination in the ENT area that could pose a risk while diving.
To be better able to assess the various conditions that can occur during diving for their possible effects on diving safety with regard to the ENT area and contacts with underwater flora and fauna. He/she is expected to be able to provide well-founded advice to the diver on this matter.
To be able to initiate adequate treatment caused by ENT problems that have occurred during or after diving or that are the result of contact with marine life.
The course is organized in the small town of Putten located in the center of the country at the border of the largest nature reserve of The Netherlands, de Veluwe. Hotel "Hof van Putten" will host us during these two days.
Date:
13-14 June 2025
Number of participants:
Given the design of the course and its interactive nature, a maximum of 20 people can participate. Partners do not count towards this maximum.
Entry level:
The course is open to doctors with demonstrable knowledge of diving medicine at least at the level of Medical Examiner of Divers. Those who have completed the Level 1 course part 1 are also admitted.
Accreditation:
16 points from NICDA and ECB.To be requested from RIZIV.
Certificate:
Participants will receive a certificate of attendance at the end of the course.
Course material:
The course material will be handed out on the first day of the course. The course and course material are entirely in English if there are non-Dutch-speaking students.
Accommodation:
Participants who need accommodation for one or more nights can indicate so on the registration form. The course accommodation and the hotel are in the same building.
Costs:
Standard package includes 2x lunch, coffee, tea, course and course materials €975. Registration after May 1st 2025 €75 extra. For hotel accommodation see registration form. We ask a down payment of €275 upon registration.You can transfer your deposit to the Scott Haldane Foundation IBAN account number: NL23INGB0001911767 Swift/BIC: INGBNL2A stating "Hear,Smell,Feel" and your name.
Friday 13 June
| 08.00 - 08.15u. 08.15 - 09.00u. 09.00 - 09.45u. 09.45 - 10.15u. 10.15 - 10.30u. 10.30 - 10.50u. 10.50 - 11.10u. 11.10 - 11.30u. 11.30 - 11.50u. 11.50 - 12.15u. 12.15 - 13.00u. 13.00 - 13.30u. 13.30 - 14.00u. 14.00 - 14.30u. 14.30 - 15.00u. 15.00 - 15.15u. 15.15 - 16.00u. 16.00 - 16.45u. 16.45 - 17.30u. |
Cursusintroductie Anatomy and physiology of the ear Dive pathlogy of the auricle and ear canal Diving related cases: ear canal Break Introduction Humans vs the environment Marine bacteriology and wound care Echinodermata/Spiny creatures Molluscs: Cephalopods Cnidaria Lunch Bony fish/ Scorpaenidae Hydrophinae/Sea snakes Cartilaginous fish: Rays Envenomation Break Dive pathlogy middle ear Practicing otoscopy Diving related cases: middle ear |
Saturday 14 June
| 08.00 - 09.45u. 09.45 - 10.15u. 10.00 - 10.15u. 10.30 - 11.00u. 11.00 - 11.30u. 11.30 - 12.00u. 12.00 - 12.15u. 12.15 - 13.00u. 13.00 - 13.30u. 13.30 - 14.15u. 14.15 - 15.15u. 15.00 - 15.15u. 15.15 - 15.45u. 15.45 - 16.15u. 16.15 - 16.45u. 16.45 - 17.15u. 17.15 - 18.00u. |
Diving related pathology: innerear Cases innerear and diving Break Dangerous Consumption Crustacea Anguilliformes/Eels Case study Lunch Sharks Marine mammals Articles and Case studies Pauze Anatomy and physiology of nose and sinus Diving related pathology: nose and sinus How much dive stress can an ENT-system handle? Diving related cases nose and sinus Exam and closure |
We are proud to organize in The Netherlands, the latest Scott Haldane in-depth diving medicine course entitled "Hear, Smell, Feel".In diving medicine terms, an in-depth look at the ENT area and (dangerous) Marine life is discussed. Not entirely unexpected of course, as ENT problems are at the top of the list of diving-related disorders.The diving doctor can play a major role in preventing problems through good advice on the one hand and by solving (acute) problems on the other. The presence of underwater flora and fauna is often the number one reason for recreational divers to go diving. However, encounters and contact with marine life can produce unpleasant experiences.How to prevent and treat this is also part of the diving doctor's duties. In acute cases, proper treatment can be life-saving.
Haldane Foundation has a fully internationally accredited training program that meets all the requirements of the European Committee for Hyperbaric Medicine (ECHM). The course announced here is part of the Diving Medicine Physician training (level 2d). The course is considered an accredited refresher course for the re-registration of Medical Examiners of Divers and Diving Medicine Physicians and is directly accredited by the European College of Baromedicine (ECB). For diving physicians D, accreditation takes place by the Dutch Institute for Certification of Diving Physicians (NICDA). For a complete overview, we would like to refer you to the SHF course structure on this site.
Registration
Via the registration form. Practice shows that the courses fill up quickly. The availability of flight seats and accommodation depends on the order of registration. Your registration is final once we have received your registration form. However,The date of receipt of the down payment determines the order of registration.
By signing or submitting the registration form via the internet, you also declare that the Scott Haldane Foundation cannot be held liable in any way for any costs resulting from damage incurred. during or by participating in this course or damage of any kind caused by third parties. All information provided by students and/or partners is confidential for SHF, its employees and the teachers. The Scott Haldane Foundation terms and conditions apply.
You can transfer your down payment (€275) to Scott Haldane Foundation, bank account number: NL23INGB0001911767 Swift/BIC: INGBNL2A stating: "Hear, smell, feel 2025" and your name.
Cancellation Policy
The following cancellation policies apply to this course:
All cancellations must be made in writing (by email) to the Scott Haldane Foundation. The date of receipt at the Scott Haldane Foundation is decisive for the stated periods.
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