Dr. Kieran Whyte – Aeromedical & Sea Farer Medical Specialist
We are specialists in Aero Medical Examinations and Seafarers Medical examinations and certifications. Our Clinic (Est. 1968) has provided Medical Services pilots and sea farers for over 30 years.
Meet the Team
General Practitioner (GP)
Dr. Kieran Whyte
Dr. Whyte has been serving the community as a GP for over 30 years. He graduated from UCG (now NUIG) in 1988 with MB Bch BAO qualifications. After completing his training in Altgelvin Hospital, Derry, NI, Dr. Whyte spent 1 year working in Australia before returning to Galway to work with Dr. O’Byrne in 1992. Dr. Whyte has been performing aeromedicals since 1995 when he was a member of the Galway Flying Club, and he started offering Sea Farer medicals in 1997.
Aero Medical Examinations
Dr Kieran Whyte is an IAA Approved Aeromedical Examiner. Aero Medical Examinations medical can be done up to 45 days before the expiry of your current medical.
Seafarers Medical
A valid certificate attesting to medical fitness is a legal requirement for any seafarer. Dr Whyte is authorised by Maritime Safety Directorate to performed the Seafarer ENG11 Medical.
Diving Medicals
A valid certificate of medical fitness is required to dive. Diving can be both physically and mentally demanding. Your diving medical certificate varies with age, but typically are valid for two years
Medical Appointments
Medical appointments to see Dr. Whyte are available during our clinic hours. To book an appointment, either email surgerydrkieranwhyte@gmail.com or call us on 091 – 522 011 and we will get back to you directly. For more information on our Medicals click here.
Our Location
Our Galway city GP practice is conveniently located at 42 Fr. Griffin Road serving the communities of Salthill, Claddagh and Galway City & Docks. Located near Tesco Supermarket on Fr. Griffin Road, the clinic is within walking distance of Galway City Centre and the Claddagh. Parking is available on street (pay & display) and in the underground car park located at Crescent Court Mall / Tesco Supermarket.