Specialist maritime medical clinic near Palma’s Club de Mar — MCA-appointed to issue ENG1 seafarer certificates, serving commercial crew and superyacht professionals throughout the Balearics.
Book appointment →Club de Mar Medical is a specialist maritime medical clinic located in Palma de Mallorca, operating under the directorship of Dr Johanna Clark. The clinic is an MCA-appointed centre, meaning Dr Clark holds the authority to conduct ENG1 seafarer medical examinations and issue the certificates that are a legal requirement for commercial seafarers working under MCA jurisdiction.
The clinic is conveniently situated close to Palma’s Club de Mar — one of the most significant superyacht ports in the Mediterranean — making it the natural choice for crew joining or departing vessels in the Balearics. Appointments are available Monday to Friday, from 07:00 until approximately 14:00, accommodating crew schedules before vessels depart.
The ENG1 examination fee is €175. An online appointment form is available directly on the clinic’s website, enabling crew to book efficiently in advance of a joining date or medical renewal deadline.
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 certain conditions or applicants over 70). The examination covers vision, hearing, blood pressure, cardiovascular health, and general physical fitness. Dr Johanna Clark is MCA-appointed to conduct these examinations and issue certificates at this clinic.
Book appointment →The current fee is €175. Confirm the latest pricing directly with the clinic before your appointment.
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Palma Intermodal Station (Estació Intermodal) at Plaça d’Espanya is the central hub. Serveis Ferroviaris de Mallorca (SFM) operates island-wide rail to Inca, Sa Pobla and Manacor, plus a metro to the university. Note: there is no mainland Spain rail link — the island’s rail network is local only; travel to or from mainland Spain requires ferry or air.
Port of Palma de Mallorca (Estació Marítima). Operators: Baleària, Trasmediterrànea and Grandi Navi Veloci (GNV). Routes: Barcelona–Palma (approx. 3h 30m–6h, year-round); Valencia–Palma (approx. 6h 45m–7h 30m, year-round); Dénia–Palma (approx. 5–6h, Baleària).
Check ferry times →Mallorca is an island; cars must arrive by ferry (from Barcelona, Valencia, or Dénia) or be hired locally on arrival. The Ma-19 motorway connects the airport to Palma city centre in around 15–20 minutes. Paid parking is available throughout central Palma; the old town has limited street parking so car parks (e.g. near Parc de la Mar) are recommended.
Open in Maps →Palma de Mallorca is the capital of the Balearic island of Mallorca. There is no mainland rail connection — the island has its own local rail network (SFM) useful for reaching inland towns. The fastest mainland connection is by air (PMI); ferry is the car-friendly alternative from Barcelona, Valencia, or Dénia. Price estimates are indicative and may vary by season.