My son never had a physical prior to commissioning, he just filled out an updated medical history form. This was Army, maybe the other services are different.
Dodmerb---really?
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My son never had a physical prior to commissioning, he just filled out an updated medical history form. This was Army, maybe the other services are different.
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Just to expand on your post regarding AROTC, that self-report update form you fill out is essentially the last medical step to commissioning. Unless something has changed in the last 6 months after that sheet is filled out( usually Feb/March before LDAC) you are essentially in the clear. Another update form is filled out at LDAC to cover between Feb to camp. If something has changed there is a chance you will have a consult at MAMC (Madigan hospital) with one of the specialists during camp if that change is a DQ.
We had people getting elective procedures RIGHT before camp, that is a DQ and you will probably be sent home. Always report things and never make any hasty medical decisions before camp.
Flight guys are also subject to a more fine tooth comb during the physical days.
Just spoke to my DD during Doolie Day Out and we were chuckling about this thread. Chuckling because she noted that during her DodMERB exam the physician was a male and he checked her genitals (with two female healthcare workers in the room)...and it wasn't an issue for her. Physical exams, by their very nature, place an individual in a vulnerable position. However, I fail to see how the gender of the examiner should be a factor.
She suggested that if someone is embarrassed during the exam then they might want to consider that they will be watched while urinating for drug testing when they enter the academy.
Just something to think about
She suggested that if someone is embarrassed during the exam then they might want to consider that they will be watched while urinating for drug testing when they enter the academy.
Just something to think about
Wow, I am impressed.Just spoke to my DD during Doolie Day Out and we were chuckling about this thread. Chuckling because she noted that during her DodMERB exam the physician was a male and he checked her genitals (with two female healthcare workers in the room)...and it wasn't an issue for her. Physical exams, by their very nature, place an individual in a vulnerable position. However, I fail to see how the gender of the examiner should be a factor.
She suggested that if someone is embarrassed during the exam then they might want to consider that they will be watched while urinating for drug testing when they enter the academy.
Just something to think about
