Medical Records

[easterlilly]

I sent in my DS230 to chicago where my lawyer will send to NVC or something like that then they will give me interview, and notify manila, I am not sure how they do it, but anyway, my question is , is it worthy or smart to get in advance a medical exam or shots in advance? I am not sure when will I get the interview and I am aware that medical exam is good for one year. I just dont want to rush rush when I get my interview... I am so excited, I hope I pass the interview...or approve my waiver. thanks:waiting:

[JMRJ]

All visa applicants, regardless of age, need to complete a medical examination at the St. Luke’s Medical Center Extension Clinic (SLMCEC) before the visa interview. Applicants are advised to have their medical examinations done at least one week before their interview appointment at the U.S. Embassy in Manila.
SMLCEC is located at 1177 J. Bocobo St., Ermita, Manila. They can be reached by telephone at 521-0020 and 521-8647. SLMCEC is open from 6:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. It is best to arrive for your medical examination between 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. Applicants are served on a first come first served basis, but the order of release of the medical reports will depend on the complexity of the results of the medical examination.
http://manila.usembassy.gov/wwwh3218.html

[easterlilly]

i dont know yet when am going to have my interview, so I might as well wait for the notice of interview before I make an appointment to St. Lukes, but what about a shot? can I get this in advance, what are the shots I need to get from the doctor? thank you

[jsierra1982]

i have heard mexico people saying that you can get shots before...i don't see why not, they're not going to give you the shots twice. this is what the gov't says:

Vaccination Requirements for IV Applicants


IMPORTANT NOTICE TO IMMIGRANT VISA APPLICANTS CONCERNING VACCINATION REQUIREMENTS

United States immigration law requires immigrant visa applicants to obtain certain vaccinations (listed below) prior to the issuance of an immigrant visa. Panel physicians who conduct medical examinations of immigrant visa applicants are required to verify that immigrant visa applicants have met the vaccination requirements, or that it is medically inappropriate for the visa applicant to receive one or more of the listed vaccinations:

-- Acellular pertussis
-- Hepatitis A
-- Hepatitis B
-- Human papillomavirus (HPV)
-- Influenza
-- Influenza type b (Hib)
-- Measles
-- Meningococcal
-- Mumps
-- Pneumococcal
-- Pertussis
-- Polio
-- Rotovirus
-- Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids
-- Varicella
-- Zoster

In order to assist the panel physican, and to avoid delays in the processing of an immigrant visa, all immigrant visa applicants should have their vaccination records available for the panel physician's review at the time of the immigrant medical examination. Visa applicants should consult with their regular health care provider to obtain a copy of their immunization record, if one is available. If you do not have a vaccination record, the panel physician will work with you to determine which vaccinations you may need to meet the requirement. Certain waivers of the vaccination requirement are available upon the recommendation of the panel physician.

Only a physician can determine which of the listed vaccinations are medically appropriate for you, given your age, medical history and current medical condition. For more detailed information, please visit the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Panel Physician Technical Instructions for Vaccination.

[gracey025]

Your medical examination appointment is included in the packet the US embassy will send you together with the visa interview appointment. You will bring that appointment letter at St. Luke's extension clinic on the said date. RE: shots, there will be an "immunization interview" during your medical exam. I guess you just have to wait for your medical appointment. I don't think it will delay you. If you lack any shots required, they'll give it to you. If you have kept your immunization records, it's best to bring them with you. If you've had any lab tests done before checking your titer for certain antibodies like for MMR, you bring them too and the doctor will assess if you still need some shots.

[REDaja05]

In Albania the US Embassy would make the medical appointment for you and would send you a letter stating when your appointment is for the medical and for the interview.

[easterlilly]

thank you for all this information.