MCA-appointed British GP providing ENG1 seafarer medicals, OEUK medicals, and visa health assessments from a Valbonne practice — just 20 minutes from the Antibes superyacht hub.
Book direct →Dr Simon Gordon is a British GP based in Valbonne, Côte d'Azur, who has been appointed by the Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) to conduct ENG1 seafarer medical examinations. His practice sits approximately 20 minutes from Antibes — one of the world's busiest superyacht centres — making it a practical and convenient option for crew based or working on the French Riviera.
The ENG1 examination at Cabinet Medical Gordon is priced at €170, with appointments booked online through Doctolib for a straightforward, hassle-free process. Beyond ENG1 medicals, the clinic offers OEUK (Offshore Energies UK) medical examinations and Australian visa medical assessments, catering to a broad range of professional maritime and offshore clients.
As an English-speaking, MCA-approved practitioner on the Côte d'Azur, Dr Gordon fills an important gap for British and international seafarers who need a recognised ENG1 certificate without travelling back to the UK or navigating language barriers.
The ENG1 seafarer medical certificate is required for commercial seafarers under MCA regulations. It confirms fitness to serve at sea and is typically valid for two years (or one year for seafarers over 70, or those with certain medical conditions). The examination covers vision, hearing, blood pressure, cardiovascular health, and general physical fitness. Dr Gordon is an MCA-approved examiner and can issue valid ENG1 certificates recognised by the MCA.
Current fee: €170. Confirm pricing directly with the examiner before your appointment.
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View options →Nice Côte d'Azur Airport (NCE) — approx. 23 km east of Valbonne; around 20–27 minutes by car. Private taxi or pre-booked transfer takes approx. 27 minutes (est. €50–80). Public transport via train then line 663 bus takes approx. 2 hours. Cannes–Mandelieu Airport (CEQ) is closer at approx. 11 km but has very limited scheduled international services.
Nice Airport →Valbonne has no direct rail station. Antibes station is approx. 12 km away; Cannes station approx. 15 km away. Both served by SNCF (TER Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur). From either station, take a taxi or bus line 663 towards Valbonne/Sophia Antipolis for the final leg. The train journey from Nice takes approx. 20–30 minutes to Antibes.
From the A8 motorway (La Provençale), take the Antibes exit and follow signs for Sophia Antipolis/Valbonne. The village is approx. 15 minutes from Cannes and 20 minutes from Nice Airport. Toll charges apply on the A8. Free public parking at Place des Anciens Combattants (approx. 96 spaces) and additional street parking on Rue Gambetta and Rue d'Opio.
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