Medical Director at Fit Certify | Sports & Exercise Medicine Doctor
Dr Simon Shaw is a UK-trained sports medicine doctor and Medical Director at Fit Certify. He oversees the medical review process for athletes worldwide, ensuring every sports certificate meets high clinical standards.
Medical Director at Fit Certify | Sports & Exercise Medicine Doctor

Dr Simon Shaw is a UK-trained Sports and Exercise Medicine doctor and the Medical Director at Fit Certify. He leads our international team of sports doctors who review and issue medical certificates for athletes competing worldwide. With years of experience supporting endurance cyclists, marathon runners, and triathletes, Dr Shaw understands the medical and regulatory standards required for major events in France, Italy, and beyond.
A published researcher in athlete health and recovery, he has contributed to the development of Fit Certify’s Code of Practice — ensuring every certificate meets strict clinical, ethical, and documentation standards. When he’s not overseeing medical reviews, Simon takes part in European cycling events, giving him a genuine athlete’s perspective on safe, sustainable performance.
Read trusted insights on athlete health, sports certification, and endurance performance.
As Medical Director at Fit Certify, Dr Simon Shaw shares expert guidance to help athletes compete safely and confidently. From understanding medical certificate requirements for European events to managing training and recovery, his articles combine medical accuracy with real-world experience — ensuring you’re race-ready in body and mind.
We’re a team of sports doctors and medical professionals dedicated to helping athletes get trusted sports medical certificates — fast, secure, and stress-free. From marathon runners to Gran Fondo cyclists, we support thousands of athletes across the world every year.
Behind every Fit Certify medical certificate is a promise — to protect athlete safety, maintain honesty, and uphold the highest medical standards. Our doctors follow a shared Code of Practice based on integrity, accuracy, and respect for every competitor.
We’ve made getting your sports medical certificate effortless. Just fill out our quick online form, our doctors review your details, and you’ll get your signed certificate straight to your inbox — usually within hours. Safe, secure, and ready for race day.
Whether you’re preparing for your next marathon, triathlon, or cycling event, we’ve got you covered.
Same-day cycling medical certificate for race or event participation — issued and signed by a qualified sports doctor.
Same-day marathon medical certificate for race entry — issued and signed by a qualified sports doctor.
Get your triathlon medical certificate on the same day — officially issued by experienced sports doctors for events across Europe and worldwide.
Same-day Fit to Play medical certificate — issued and signed by a qualified sports doctor to confirm you’re ready for participation.
Need a medical certificate for windsurfing? Get yours the same day, signed by a sports doctor and valid for clubs, training, and international competitions.
Get your martial arts medical certificate on the same day — officially issued by experienced sports doctors for clubs and competitions worldwide.
Same-day golf buggy medical certificate — issued and signed by a qualified doctor to confirm medical eligibility for buggy use.
Same-day non-competitive sports medical certificate — issued and signed by a qualified sports doctor to confirm fitness for recreational activity.