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    PRK and LASIK Information

    in Aviation Medicine

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    2 hours ago, jonlbs said:

    Slit lamp exam probably then a machine to take a better picture of any opacity's on your cornea if need be.

    Can you go into a bit more detail? Just had my 1 year post operation and all my medical files say I have no glares or halos. I feel like sometimes I see them while I drive so just want to make sure I won’t get dq’d at my IFS/FC1

    TBAS Information

    in Pilot Selection Process

    Posted

    4 hours ago, gatsby said:

    I haven’t yet taken the TBAS but from what I gather (by also googling and seeing those images) the gray parking lots aren’t labeled A-D because you would use your mouse to click and select your answer, so no need for the letters. 

    The video above is a good introduction of the concept, but it’s faster if you just do it all in your head instead of physically rotating a paper.

    With that said, I haven’t taken the test yet so take what I say with a huge grain of salt.  

    Ditto what Gatsby said. Use the video as a precursor and then go over the flashcards until you're able to do each problem under 1 second mentally.  

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    15 hours ago, FLEA said:

    One more thing. If it does come up make sure you have a good narrative to take responsibility for it and show how you grew from the experience. People make mistakes and occasdional bad judgements. You aren't too stupid because you at least went out with friends you know would take care of you. Have a good plan to say how you've reduced drinking, make smarter plans before you go out and are generally a better person now. A board will want to hear this and although a meps doctor is making a medical decision he will probably be less concerned if you can convey this was clearly a 1-off and not a chronic problem. 

    I'm not even sure your board would know even if your meps doctor knew. The few interviews I did to boards in the AF, I was told by the medical team they could not share details to the hiring officer due to HIPPA, they could only make a recommendation. 

     

    Thank you! Makes me feel a lot better. I’ll be preppared. 

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    5 hours ago, Guardian said:

    I heard a wise LtCol tell me once make sure your civilian doc never meets your FAA doc and that neither of them meet your mil doc. I wouldn’t lie. But if they don’t ask for it, I don’t think I would tell. The only records I have ever hear of the mil in possession of are those you give to them prior or if you have some procedure done by a civilian doc while on mil status with mil health insurance.

    That’s good advice. The only concern I have is that I filled an insurance claim and I told FAA doctor while I got my FAA 2nd class medical. I’m worried if they check my flight hours for PCSM and look at my insurance, it’s going to pop up.

     

    5 hours ago, torqued said:

    Sounds like someone spiked your drink without you knowing.

    It's a single variable on a very long and complex application process. Many disqualifying items stipulate "having a history of....". A one off event, to me, does not indicate you having a history of an underlying medical condition or even a behavioral issue. But it's subjective, I'm not a flt doc, and in my experience most flight docs wouldn't care.

    However, there's a chance you face a bad flight doc on a bad day. What are you going to do? Not apply? Go for it.

    Don't divulge. Don't lie.

    I definitely not lying, the FAA medical examiner is also a USAF surgeon so he was the one that told me technically I can check no on the medical forums.I guess this is a judgment call on my behalf of balancing factual events and morality. Thanks for the advice

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    3 minutes ago, Duck said:

    Yeah man, I just don’t see how they will get this info unless you disclose it to them. If you do, I could see them raising some sort of stink about it because it seems like that’s what they do best. Just remember these aren’t YOUR doctors, they aren’t there to treat you or diagnose you. It’s an interrogation, the less said the better. Just my advice.


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    Technically I wasn't "hospitalized" or sent to the "Emergency Room" I just stay in a room with an IV bag and left after I woke up. I'm just scared because I told my FAA medical examiner about it and they have a case on file as well as an insurance claim. I don't want them to think I'm lying and get DQ'd that way. Appreciate the advice Duck 

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    Haha definitely, I commute 4 hours a day so I don’t get much sleep. I was just wondering if it’s an automatic DQ when I get sent to MEPs and they see this on my record. My recruiter keeps telling me I have a great chance because of my scores for AD and I don’t want to let him down.

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    Your friend sounds like a stud lol. I just got my AFOQT score back and my recruiter wants to schedule MEPS next.I have yet to fill out the 2708 medical forum yet. I haven’t gotten a interview. Also I’m trying to get a pilot slot for AD through OTS.

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    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    This occurred after I submitted my pre-qualification officer worksheet. I haven’t submitted any other medical documentation yet. The thing is it’s on my FAA record and I used my insurance to cover the bills. My recruiter doesn’t know about it yet. 

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    I’m a super light weight. Then combination of having only 5 drinks, having barley slept because of the nature of my work and an empty stomach made me pass out. I looked over my medical records and they didn’t do a blood test. I’m freaking out because I’m assembling my package and jsut recived my scores back and they’re competitive for a rated slot. Just hoping this one poor decision doesn’t shut the doors on my dreams.

    Acute Intoxication

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    My coworkers and I were celebrating after a successful month at work. On a empty stomach, I had one to many drinks and got kicked out the club for falling asleep. When my co-workers found me outside sitting down against the wall, they tried to wake me up. I murmured a few words and was unresponsive after that. They ended up calling the ambulance for precautionary reasons and took me to the hospital. I woke up 4 hours later and went home. Now the question is, on my medical/hospital record its states "Acute Intoxication". I wanted to know if that is disqualifying for a USAF Pilot slot? I'm currently assembling my package for the next civilian rated board.

    -No Medical History

    -Criminal Record Squeaky Clean (not even a speeding ticket)

    -I rarely drink (maybe once a month so not an "abuser")

    -Never done drugs

    -Just passed my FAA Class 2 Medical w/ this event included

     

    Lasik/PRK Recommendations

    in Aviation Medicine

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    48 minutes ago, sforron said:

    I had Lasik done five years before getting picked up for a rated slot. All I can suggest is don't just use the cheapest surgeon you can find on Groupon, because there's different kind of Lasik machines and the older ones aren't quite as good (hence the discount from surgeons who spent $400k on them and don't want to upgrade). Find a surgeon who does 20 or 30 a month and you'll be fine, statistically. They can tell you beforehand how you rank on complication risks.

    As far as getting the FC1 goes, I had more problems convincing MEPS that I still had eyeballs than I did getting my Lasik waiver done in Dayton. Like 3-4 extra tests, tops.

    Appreciate the answer. That puts me at ease. 

    Lasik/PRK Recommendations

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    Also, has anyone have experience of getting Lasik/PRK before getting picked up for OTS for a rated slot? I'm currently looking at surgeons that work with the Air force as well as do their own practices on the side. Does choosing certain doctors and getting the procedure done affect your selection chances?

    Lasik/PRK Recommendations

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    10 hours ago, sforron said:

    If you need Lasik to be qualified, then you're going to have to get it on your own dime before you apply. They won't accept an application from someone medically unqualified, or put you through OTS if you still require a successful surgery to pass an FC1.

    Understood, thank you so much. 

    Lasik/PRK Recommendations

    in Aviation Medicine

    Posted

    I'm currently assembling my package so I can submit it to the boards for a rated slot after I wrap up my final year in college. I currently DO need Lasik/PRK procedure done to be qualified for a pilot slot. Should I get the operation 6 months before I graduate or is it possible to get into OTS first and then have one of the Air Force doctors conduct the procedure? I been snooping around the web but found outdated information and answers regarding this topic.

    Best regards,

    Ryan

    Thoughts on my Chances

    in What Are My Chances?

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    2 hours ago, HiFlyer said:

    Ref the "looking for STEM majors" comment, I've heard that a lot over the last decade, and I'm sure its accurate.  But, "looking" is not the same as "accepting only".  In the first place, recruiters don't make the board's policy. They certainly try to get the better qualified inputs, but they can't actually say no if you meet all the requirements in the AETC and AFRS guidance. If you have a "soft" major you may take a very small hit on the board's score sheet, but with a strong package you still have a good chance.  I was a Poly Sci major (granted, a long time ago), my son was a Gov't/International Affairs guy a couple of years ago, and I've seen a lot of Liberal Arts majors get selected over the last few years, including Music, Fine Arts, and Philosophy.  My experience and observations indicate the key is having a strong package overall, not one focused solely on flying time, or GPA, or volunteer time, etc.The board score has a defined number of points available in each of about six categories, "Extra" weight in one already strong category doesn't get you much advantage compared to boosting a weaker category; everything is important! 

    Got it, Im going to work hard on all aspects rather than just focusing on one. Thanks for the feed back! 

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