Tirc46 Posted August 7, 2018 Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 Hi all! Im a hopeful contestant for a Warrant Officer Aviation Slot for the November board, given I pass MEPs and a flight physical. I have stronge LORs and a great ASVAB - 93 composite (124 GT), 285 PT score (self test) and a BS in Engineering Geology, but Im super concerned about getting passed at MEPs for two orthopedic surgeries Ive had on my shoulder (2012 & 2016). Two separate tears, both completely healed and zero complications. While my scars are barely noticeable, I dont want to be accepted into the program on false information, so lying isnt an option for me. That being said, my questions are:- Is it possible to get passed at MEPs if I bring letters confirming the integrity of my shoulder from my surgeon? As well as supporting documents from my Physical Therapist to validate that I followed the recovery program exactly as requested.- if that doesnt suffice, what documentation should I bring to meps to increase my chances of passing?- if all else fails, I will contest a medical waiver, but that route leaves little wiggle room for me to make the November board. Does anyone know of any complications I may run into for such medical waiver and flying? Or possibly know anyone that has had to seek a medical waiver for such a problem. I appreciate all the feedback you can give me! Thanks! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StockTrader Posted August 7, 2018 Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 Had the same shoulder stuff done back in the day. Bring all documentation from them. Expect a visit with a specialist to give a go/no go. My waiver took about a week or two to come back approved. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tirc46 Posted August 7, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 Did they allow you to take the SIFT prior to a medical waiver being approved? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tirc46 Posted August 7, 2018 Author Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 Also, would it be best if I schedule an additional appointment with my surgeon and PT and get them to write me a letter stating the integrity of my shoulder is good and such. Or should I just go to my surgeon and PT after I get the no go from MEPs? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JH11B Posted August 7, 2018 Report Share Posted August 7, 2018 Also, would it be best if I schedule an additional appointment with my surgeon and PT and get them to write me a letter stating the integrity of my shoulder is good and such. Or should I just go to my surgeon and PT after I get the no go from MEPs?Get the letters prior to MEPS as it will save you some time, and the age of the letters isnt terribly important. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
itsbigfootguys Posted January 25, 2019 Report Share Posted January 25, 2019 I had a labral repair but seeing as it didn't stop me from joining the infantry, the flight surgeon didn't even request a waiver I was just approved. It's mostly a non issue, other than the fact the new pt test has no alternate events and a few of them could strain a shoulder injury like that. That's a problem that will work itself out in time. For now, you'll be fine. If you can pass the diagnostic entrance pt test you'll be good Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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