One of the reviews on the PG mentioned that the diver filled out a dive release form and medical form and then had to see the ship's doctor before being allowed to dive. My question is this: does the ships doctor do a physical on divers before they are allowed to dive? I know it is common practice to fill out the dive medical form and liability release before diving on cruise lines, but we have never had to see the ships M.D. before diving. Any comments or any information from previous divers on RSSC or the PG in particular?
also, I know this may sound like a silly question, but is there a ladder to get back into the Zodiac. due to a previous shoulder surgery I am wondering if i should plan on diving or not. (I have done three boat dives in Cozumel since my surgery , so getting back into a boat with a ladder is not an issue, but hoisting myself up into a zodiac might be a problem)btw, we are both certified, and i have my advanced and dive-medic certification