Guidance
MGN 623 (M+F) Amendment 1: Telemedical advice service (TMAS) for ships at sea
How to obtain telemedical advice (previously radio medical advice) when a medical incident or medical emergency arises at sea.
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This notice replaces MGN 623 (M+F).
Notice to all:
- shipowners
- ship operators and managers
- masters
- skippers of fishing vessels and pleasure vessels
- seafarers
To advise that first contact HM Coastguard who will then contact one of the UK’s designated TMAS provider.
The telephone numbers to contact HM Coastguard are +44 344 3820026 and +44 208 3127386.