DoDMERB Consultants
Has anyone had a negative experience with them? I have recently contracted the services of Dr. Merchant (DoDMERB Consultants) two weeks ago and I have to say I am very uneasy about it. I had one...
View ArticleInterpretation help!!
see below. Could they deny waiver with no records and just go by questionnaire and exam or would you read this their decision is what is needed like records. This is for a DQ Your exam is under review...
View ArticleDODMERB waiver denied
Hello all, I have a 3 year type 7 scholarship for the Air Force and just graduated high schools. My waiver for AFROTC just got denied (I had a recurrent pneumothorax a little shy of 2 years ago that...
View ArticleRemedial Requested
Status says remedial requested. Is this something they send via mail. I assume its medical records they are looking for. Anyway to be proactive prior to waiting. Can you contact someone in advance to...
View ArticleArmy Food Allergy Waiver
Would the Army provide a medical waiver for a minor food allergy that I was diagnosed with when I was 11? I was prescribed a Epi-pen but have never had to use it..
View ArticleAFROTC Future after 2 year DQ
I was a 250 AFROTC Cadet preparing to go to field training however I was informed that I was DQ’d due to a gastrotestinal issue so was unable to go. The DQ is for 2 years and will expire this upcoming...
View ArticleDODMERB blues
Hi, Pretty much all my life I wanted to be in the military. At the tender age of probably about 10-11 in 5th grade I was thinking about how I may be DQed from the army. In elementary school I was...
View ArticleDoDMERB after junior year of college?
I heard that prior to a commission, a cadet is required to take the DoDMERB again. Is that true? And is the process just like when you first received the ROTC scholarship?
View ArticlePhysician's Letter and Medical Waivers
My son is in the process of applying for a medical waiver for the AFROTC pertaining to ADD. The TSgt has requested a letter from his physician that she can send up. His Doctor is requesting guidance on...
View ArticleDQ’d for AFROTC, is OTS an option?
DS is a sophomore at The Citadel and was medically DQ’d for AFROTC due to eczema (prescribed a cream once, saw a 2nd dermatologist that said it was only dry skin, nevertheless, no waiver). He was told...
View ArticleDODMERB good for 2 years - timeline starts when?
DS had a USAFA waiver approved in February 2018. Didn't receive an appt so will be joining the AFROTC unit at his first choice school. I know the DODMERB results are good for 2 years. What I don't know...
View ArticleNo AF letter stating reason for waiver denial between two possibilities...
Hello, I am new here and hope you all can help with a question: If DODMERB lists two reasons to disqualify and send your file to the waiver review board, is there any way to tell which issue the waiver...
View ArticleDODMERB Rebuttal Process
I am going to file for a rebuttal since my waivers got denied I am going to include: -Personal Statement -Multiple Medical reviews that include Ihy i should stay in ROTC and why the condition does not...
View ArticleDodmerb help
Hello Everyone I am a Cadet at Det 085 Uc Berkeley and I have been a cadet for a year now. I’m a fit 18 year old and have never had any medical problems before and was performing well within my...
View ArticleTorture!
How long does it take for waiver process for them to ask for records. Are they waiting to see if I was awarded a scholarship or advanced standing before they decide what to do. Going into junior year....
View ArticleColor Vision Testing for USAFA and USMA
Hello everyone, I have looked at the color vision testing standards for USNA, and I have found that if you fail the initial PIP Ishihara Test, you will be considered for a second test called the...
View ArticleWhy no remedial?
My DS was nominated for an NROTC scholarship. Unfortunately, he made the mistake of competing in a track meet the night before his DoD exam. After the meet he got a very severe cramp in his right calf....
View ArticleGuidance appreciated!
Hello! My son is a rising HS senior and is completing his applications for ROTC scholarships. It is my understanding that the physical does not occur until after a scholarship has been awarded. My...
View ArticleWaiver Denial - Appealing
Has anyone successfully appealed a "waiver denied" decision? I'm working to appeal mine but I'm not sure what exactly will help me case
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