<p>I’m applying to the class of 2012 (I’m going to be a senior this year). I just had my medical yesterday and it was surprisingly fast; in fact, it seemed less involved that my regular physical. Is this normal? I thought it would be a lot more involved.</p>
<p>How long will it take to find out if I am disqualified and if I need a waiver (like for asthma?)</p>
<p>Thanks.</p>
<p>-George</p>
<p>I was under the impression that asthma was a disqualifying condition, but I could be wrong.</p>
<p>It takes a few weeks, from what I remember</p>
<p>Well it is depending on your last problem with it. Usually if it's after age 13 its disqualifying, but I know people who get around that.</p>
<p>So I guess i'll just wait a few weeks.</p>
<p>Has anyone else gotten your medical? Was it short?</p>
<p>medical isn't too long. That should be a good thing, means nothing wrong!</p>
<p>If they worry about respiratory problems they will request either a pulmonary test or methacholine challenge test. It could take 1-2 months before you hear anything, be patient and wait.</p>
<p>Be very proactive with DoDMerb. If you have had any problems with Asthma assemble all medical records now. After concordia has completed all the Physical paperwork it will be forwarded to DoDMERB they will reveiw everything Concordia has sent and make a determination. If you get a DQ you can rebut or request a waiver. USAFA processes it's own waivers. You will need to send them a letter and any records that support a waiver. Good to get this done early.</p>
<p>OK thanks. And a question. On the 2 types of tests they perform, will cardiovascular exercise help me "do better" on them?</p>
<p>absolutely. They did the pulmonary tests on me and since I had been running for a couple months my numbers were above 100% in all categories for my age and weight. One was even 151% (can't remember what). Over a 100% is very good numbers to show them proof you are fine. Don't fear the test!</p>
<p>The medical exam is fairly brief because it is mostly used to determine official height, weight, and sitting height (verify Potentially Pilot Qualified). The focus is verification of the answers to the medical history. If you have ever: broken or sprained something, had an operation of any kind, etc, you will get a followup called a "remedial". Deal with those quickly, and return the requested documentation ASAP, because as soon as you deal with one, the next will come. My cadet had 5 remedials to clear. Waivers are obtainable for some issues, but not others. </p>
<p>A very extensive physical exam is done during the spring of your second year, which determines if you are PQ or NQ.</p>