USNA App and Prescription Narcotics

THmom said:
Didn’t even bring up the yes for narcs because the explaination was for the surgery that was completely disclosed in multiple areas of the form. I actually asked if we did the right thing by putting yes, and it seemed like it didn’t matter. Bottom line, it’s no big deal and it made me feel like we are honest folk. I think it doesn’t hurt to put yes. ..............From what we could tell, nothing was a concern to the doctor. Still waiting to hear if our feeling was correct... Do these docs ever give you any hint if they think something didn’t pass?
Click to expand...

I have no idea what guidance is given to the Doctors, but I would expect they are contracted to perform the physical and report their findings, not interpret, render advice or comment. They may not even know what the standards are they are looking for... that would be DODMERB's job. Experiences will vary with the Doctor--some will treat this as a simple, contract job, and others will be more professional and take it more seriously. Bottom line, I wouldn't try to read between the lines of what a Dr says or doesn't say. At the end of the day, the only thing that counts is the Q.
 
All 3 DS’s did a medical. All 3 were quick, very little, if any, commentary on any “yes” answers. All 3 had issues come from their exams. I completely agree based upon our experiences with Old Navy BGO.

This go around, there was no urine test. I’ve read they don’t do that anymore. And BTW, the DR’s are contracted, not actual DODMRB employees. So it would make sense they simply do the physical and report. Then DODMRB takes over. Then the SA’s/ROTC’s take over. Deciding who to offer waivers to if DODMRB DQ’s.
 
You must log in or register to reply here.
Back
Top