Medical Question

[Newjetjockey]

Actually two questions.

1) My doctor says I have a non-serious condition that requires a lifetime medication. The only aviation related info I could find about the condition is that I need a doctors note saying my condition is stabilized for my FAA medical.

The condition is called a hypothyroid. It is now stabilized and I can get a note. I need a medical this month. Do I tell the FAA?

2) My new doctor for my company healthcare is an FAA examiner. Would it be prudent to find a new doctor who isn't tied with the FAA?

I've always been 100% healthy so I'm new to these medical issues. I've heard in the past that you don't tell em anything you can keep secret. How do I play this game?

Thanks in advance for any help.

 

[chperplt]

I have had hypothyroidism for 10 year now. I've been taking synthroid every day and have always reported it on my medical.

The first time you check the box you have to put an explanation in the box. Every time after that you just put previously reported.

No reason not to list it.

 

[h25b]

The problem that comes in to play here is that everyone different person that you will ask about this will give you a somewhat different answer. Some right, some sort of right, and others just outright wrong...

This is where a membership to AOPA becomes valuable. Call their medical hotline and see what they have to say... They will set you straight. It is very important that you et your ducks in a row for that first Medical in which you'll report your condition. I doubt it is that big of a deal...

 

[chperplt]

This is where a membership to AOPA becomes valuable. Call their medical hotline and see what they have to say... They will set you straight. It is very important that you et your ducks in a row for that first Medical in which you'll report your condition. I doubt it is that big of a deal...

You should call them... let them tell you exactly what your AME will tell you. Hypothyroidism is not a disqualifying condition and that it has no effect on your medical.

The only ducks you need to get in a row is what specific medication you're on (synthroid, levothyroxin, levothryoid), and what your dosage is. The only thing the FAA cares about is what medication you're on, and if that medication will disqualify you. The above mentioned meds will not disqualify you.

 

[Steve 737]

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