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Companies sending employees abroad for extended assignments carry a duty of care to ensure that those individuals are medically fit and appropriately prepared before they travel. The Nine Clinic provides pre-deployment medical assessments in London for employers and individuals preparing for overseas postings, reviewing health status, vaccination needs and destination-specific medical considerations in advance of departure.
Our doctors at Harley Street and Sloane Square take a thorough approach to deployment health. We go beyond a standard fitness check to make sure both the employer and the employee have a clear picture of what the assignment involves from a health perspective and how any existing conditions or risks should be managed while abroad.
A pre-deployment assessment is a structured review conducted before an individual travels for an extended overseas assignment. At The Nine Clinic, this typically includes a review of medical history, a physical examination, vaccination assessment and administration where needed, and a detailed look at the health risks associated with the specific destination.
We also consider any ongoing conditions the individual is managing and whether their treatment plan is compatible with what will be available to them in the country of deployment. If specialist input is needed before departure, we can arrange referrals through our network promptly. Where the assignment also requires formal medical clearance for visa purposes, our visa and embassy medical examinations can be arranged at the same time.
For a full breakdown of assessment types and fees, visit our services and fees page.
Managing the health of a mobile workforce is a significant responsibility. We work directly with HR teams, occupational health leads and corporate travel managers to ensure that pre-deployment assessments are completed efficiently and that documentation meets the requirements of the relevant assignment, insurer or government authority.
Senior leaders and executives undertaking overseas assignments may also benefit from a comprehensive executive health check as part of their pre-departure preparation. Our corporate GP services in London provide a framework for companies that need to manage deployment health across multiple employees or on an ongoing basis.
Assessments should ideally be arranged well in advance of a departure date to allow time for vaccinations to take effect and for any further investigations to be completed if needed. To book an appointment, call The Nine Clinic on 020 3084 1600 or email info@thenineclinic.com.
We recommend booking at least four to six weeks before your intended departure date where possible. This allows time for any required vaccinations to be administered and to take effect, and for further investigations to be arranged if the assessment identifies something that needs attention. If your timeline is shorter than this, contact us as soon as possible and we will work with what time is available.
Yes. A deployment to a demanding or unfamiliar environment can carry real psychological pressures, and our doctors do not overlook this. We are able to discuss mental health considerations as part of a pre-deployment assessment and can refer to appropriate support where needed.
Our doctors can provide a written health clearance report suitable for your employer, insurer or the relevant authority in the country of deployment. The format can be tailored to the requirements of your organisation or assignment.
Yes. We work with companies that need to coordinate assessments for multiple employees ahead of a shared deployment. Our corporate GP services provide a practical structure for this. Contact us to discuss your requirements.