Aviation Medical

I went to see the AME yesterday. I passed the exam, however, I have a couple of on-going medical issues and a pending eye surgery so, it looks like I'm not going to actually get my medical certificate until after February 11.

My first issue, is I have a past history with anti-depressant medication. I took Zoloft for awhile to help deal with some anxiety issues I had when a couple of years ago when I had some trouble concentrating on stuff at work and home. So, the AME said I need a letter from my primary care physician stating what the diagnosis was regarding the zoloft (mild anxiety), when I started the meds and stopped (approx. 12/05 to about 12/06), and what tests were conducted to reach the diagnosis (no tests).

My second issue, I have slightly high blood-pressure for which I take medication. I need a second letter, stating that my BP has stablized, includes the results of bloodwork from within the last 60 days (no problem I just had one done a couple of weeks ago), and a 12 lead EKG.

Finally, my third issue, is my pending LASIK surgery. The FAA has a requirement that I wait until 30 days after LASIK and get my eye doctor to fill out a form stating that my vision has stablized before I can be medically cleared to fly.

So, there should be no problems. I just have to wait. I can take care of the first two issues with my doctor right away, but just have to wait the 30 days after my LASIK (scheduled for Jan 11) before I can get my certificate.

If you have no medical issues, the actual exam takes about 30 minutes and you're good to go.