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OGUK / OEUK Medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands — Book an Offshore Medical Near You

The East Midlands is a convenient inland base for the OEUK medical, with one clinic group running the same offshore-medical appointment in Nottingham, Leicester, Derby, Lincoln and Sheffield.

OGUK / OEUK offshore medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands: OEUK-registered doctors near Nottingham & the East Midlands, a typical cost of £250, and a certificate valid up to 2 years.
OGUK / OEUK offshore medical options near Nottingham & the East Midlands at a glance.
Key facts
  • Nottingham & the East Midlands is served by OEUK-registered doctors including Regent Street Clinic — Nottingham and Regent Street Clinic — Leicester, Derby, Lincoln & Sheffield.
  • The OGUK / OEUK medical is the offshore energy industry fitness standard set by Offshore Energies UK — not the same as the MCA ENG1 seafarer medical.
  • There is no national fee cap: an OGUK / OEUK medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands typically costs £250.
  • It must be carried out by a doctor registered with OEUK as an examining physician, not a standard GP.
  • A certificate is valid for a maximum of 2 years; a shorter one can be issued if a health condition needs earlier review.
  • You can compare live appointment availability at OEUK clinics near Nottingham & the East Midlands and book online at offshoremedicalsnearme.co.uk.

OEUK-registered doctors near Nottingham & the East Midlands

The OGUK / OEUK medical can only be carried out by a doctor registered with Offshore Energies UK. These clinics are in or within travelling distance of Nottingham & the East Midlands:

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What does an OGUK / OEUK medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands cost?

There is no national cap on the offshore medical — unlike the ENG1, which is capped at £115. In Nottingham & the East Midlands expect roughly £250, with a Chester Step test or a drug-and-alcohol screen on top where they are needed. Full detail: how much an OGUK / OEUK medical costs.

What happens at the appointment

An OGUK / OEUK medical takes 30–60 minutes and covers medical history, BMI and a bideltoid shoulder measurement, blood pressure, vision and colour vision, audiometry, spirometry and urinalysis — with a Chester Step fitness test where the role or BMI requires it. Come prepared — read what to expect on the day.

OGUK, OEUK or UKOOA?

All the same certificate. Oil & Gas UK became Offshore Energies UK in 2021, and before 2007 the standard was owned by UKOOA. Clinics near Nottingham & the East Midlands may advertise any of these names — the medical is identical.

Do you also need an ENG1?

If your work takes you to sea on a ship as well as offshore to an installation, you may need a current ENG1 alongside your OEUK certificate — they cover different things. See ENG1 vs ML5 vs OEUK.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I get an OGUK / OEUK medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands?
You need an appointment with an OEUK-registered doctor. Clinics in or near Nottingham & the East Midlands include Regent Street Clinic — Nottingham, Regent Street Clinic — Leicester, Derby, Lincoln & Sheffield. Enter your postcode on our homepage to see live appointment times and book online.
How much is an OGUK / OEUK medical in Nottingham & the East Midlands?
There is no national fee cap on the offshore medical, unlike the ENG1. In Nottingham & the East Midlands it typically costs £250. A Chester Step test or a drug-and-alcohol screen, where required, cost extra.
Is the OGUK medical the same as the OEUK medical?
Yes. Oil & Gas UK became Offshore Energies UK in 2021, so "OGUK medical" and "OEUK medical" are the same certificate. Some workers still call it the "UKOOA medical".
How quickly can I be seen in Nottingham & the East Midlands?
It varies by clinic and time of year. Because you can see each clinic’s real, live availability in one place, you can pick the earliest slot rather than phoning round.
Do I need an OEUK medical or an ENG1?
If you fly offshore to an energy installation you need an OEUK medical; if you crew a seagoing ship you need an ENG1. Some roles need both. See our ENG1 vs OEUK guide.