DoDMERB- Army ROTC- Hypothyroidism

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I'm about to begin the DoDMERB process for Army ROTC and would appreciate some insight. I have hypothyroidism which is controlled by medicine. What is the likelihood of getting a medical waiver granted for hypothyroidism? Has anyone been successful recently?

Background info: I tried to enlist in the Army Reserves in May 2017 but my medical waiver for hypothyroidism was denied. I was told that I wasn't permanently DQ'd, but that I'd have to wait 6 months to try the enlistment process again.
 
Unfortunately, the chances for a waiver for hypothyroidism currently treated with meds is pretty low but possible.

I’ve seen only high-demand specialists like anesthesiologists, neurosurgeons, nurse anesthetists, etc get waivers for commissioning in the Army so they have the best chance to get one. You’re not out of the running yet.

Wouldn’t hurt to try to get that waiver though. I’d bring copies of your TSH and T4 labs for the past couple years to demonstrate stability. If you’ve had any procedures like an ultrasound or thyroidectomy, then I’d bring the reports to the DODMERB exam.

Good luck.
 
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prospective2019 said:
I am applying to service academies for 2023. I spoke with Lawrence Mullen (deputy chief of DoDMERB) as I have hypothyroidism, which often comes with Hoshimotos. I take levothyroxine for it nightly. According to Mr. Mullen, levothyroxine and Synthroid (non-generic version) are some of the only prescription medications permitted while serving. If you are on that medication and your TH levels are normal, you will not be disqualified. I would recommend contacting him—his contact is readily available and he is a great resource who can give you a better, case-by-case answer than you can find here.

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I just posted this on a different thread, but it applies here.
I got approved with Graves Disease (Hyperthyroidism) last year. Granted, I’ve been in remission for 2 years. I was originally listed as disqualified but my Peds Endo wrote a letter to DODMERB that I submitted with the regular paperwork when I had the physical. Within 24 hours I was listed as remedial and then cleared. Hope this helped!
 
Hi! I’m looking to go AF enlisted. Are you still in the armed forces? I’m just trying to figure out if I can get a waiver for Graves’ disease if I go into remission. Any help is appreciated !
 
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