Common medical problems
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The most common issues involve various allergies, vision problems, asthma, or heart conditions, but the list goes on and on. The key is that any problems must be diagnosed by a physician or other medical professional and not "self-diagnosed" to be an issue.
If you have nothing on your medical record, and you pass your physical and vision test, you should have nothing to worry about.
Here is a sample questionnaire for DoDMERB. This can give you an idea of what to expect.
http://www.tamug.edu/corps/images/NROTCPHYSICAL.pdf
This form is completed once your SA application process passes a certain threshold. The SA (or ROTC program) will then open an account with DoDMETS to arrange for a government paid physical and vision exam (usually two separate appointments).
This sticky could be helpful too.
One more point....while in high school, you should NOT be worrying about things beyond your control (like medical issues). The BEST use of your time is excelling at academics, studying for the SAT or ACT, competing in athletics, keeping in great condition, and participating in extracurricular activities that you feel passionate about. (I looked at your prior posts and I know you are very focused on these things).
Best of luck in your pursuit of a commission!
If you have nothing on your medical record, and you pass your physical and vision test, you should have nothing to worry about.
Here is a sample questionnaire for DoDMERB. This can give you an idea of what to expect.
http://www.tamug.edu/corps/images/NROTCPHYSICAL.pdf
This form is completed once your SA application process passes a certain threshold. The SA (or ROTC program) will then open an account with DoDMETS to arrange for a government paid physical and vision exam (usually two separate appointments).
This sticky could be helpful too.
Why did the military doctor do .... if it's not allowed for the Service Academies???
Over the years I have noticed a not so rare trend: A young person is treated in the military medical system and then when it comes time to receive DODMERB clearance they are disqualified for some treatment they received from a military physician. When this happens one of the first responses...
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One more point....while in high school, you should NOT be worrying about things beyond your control (like medical issues). The BEST use of your time is excelling at academics, studying for the SAT or ACT, competing in athletics, keeping in great condition, and participating in extracurricular activities that you feel passionate about. (I looked at your prior posts and I know you are very focused on these things).
Best of luck in your pursuit of a commission!
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Wow this is exactly what I was looking for. Thank you very much for this and I'll be sure to study up. I'm planning on taking the SAT August after 10th grade. I also have 2 B's currently so I'm sure I could have more focus on academics. Once again, thank you.
My son's mild and I emphasize MILD eczema during wrestling season that was self diagnosed resulted in him getting DQ'd. There was not even a request for it to be examined by a DR. The remedial requested was for him to explain in detail his rash he got during wrestling season. Makes no sense. He was DQ'd after receiving his response.
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Biggest thing, IMO, is to NOT self diagnose. It’s not a ‘thing’ unless a doctor says you have xxx. Including acne. A rash. Ingrown toenail. The list goes on. Everyone has things come up, but diagnosing it yourself isn’t the thing to do. Until a medically qualified person says it’s xxx, and you have to be treated for xxx, your OPINION of xxx isn’t a diagnosed certainty.
So answer questions honestly, as asked. Less is more imo. Also have a parent or guardian assist with this piece.
You can always add more to info needed, but once you put it on paper, you can’t take it away. Keep the worm can closed unless it must be opened!
So answer questions honestly, as asked. Less is more imo. Also have a parent or guardian assist with this piece.
You can always add more to info needed, but once you put it on paper, you can’t take it away. Keep the worm can closed unless it must be opened!