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[Enriquez92]

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Did you lie about the foot drop? Why fraudulent entry?

I didn't state on my initial medical form that I had a foot drop in the other leg years before I enlisted. When it happened again at boot camp I told them about because I wanted to be honest and was accused of malingering. I didn't list the condition initially because the neurologist who treated me essentially told me to "walk it off". (It's completely my fault I didn't list it, no deflection intended) He mentioned I could possibly have a condition because my brother had a foot drop at one point. However, when I gave the docs at boot camp the records from the first instance of foot drop, the first doctor stated probably has condition "abcdefghijklmnopjqrstuvwxyz". He gave this diagnosis ONLY because my brother had a foot drop at one point. My parents had him tested extensively with negative results but said doctor nut job refuted the results. My parents got a second opinion on the results and the second doctor had a hard time believing a neurologist no less any kind of medical doctor could concluded what the first did. (< Massively anecdotal).

 

[OhWyo]

@Armyhealth, Hello! I've been debating applying for ANG and wanted to see if you could answer some questions about what medical disqualifications are final, no waiver given, and what to expect for a 66R/PMHNP in the reserves. I have a friend would is a Lt. Colonel and has been providing information off and on about the benefits of being in the reserves, but I know things would be different since he is also an MD. He just came back from a 4 month deployment, told me that if I were to enlist I would probably be deployed, but he didn't know what the length would be. Also, I'm a few years over your standard cutoff but still under 50, would that be a disqualifier?

Any help/answers that you have I'd be appreciative.

 

[Armyhealth]

I am wondering, I was diagnosed with generalized anxiety disorder, I tried to take medications for it but stopped after a few months because it wasn't doing anything (this was May 2017) and I have been to therapy for it but my last appointment was in December of 2018 and I am planning on applying for the hpsp scholarship for medical school, when I apply to medical school next May (May 2020). Is this waiverable? have you heard of any of the branches granting waivers for a situation like this?
also what happens if I get to the recruiter and they tell me to just lie?

It is possible the only thing in the regulation is you have to be off any mood altering drugs for one year (six months with a waiver). It all depends on your records and how the physician you see views those records. Won't know until you apply though.

 

[Armyhealth]

@Armyhealth, Hello! I've been debating applying for ANG and wanted to see if you could answer some questions about what medical disqualifications are final, no waiver given, and what to expect for a 66R/PMHNP in the reserves. I have a friend would is a Lt. Colonel and has been providing information off and on about the benefits of being in the reserves, but I know things would be different since he is also an MD. He just came back from a 4 month deployment, told me that if I were to enlist I would probably be deployed, but he didn't know what the length would be. Also, I'm a few years over your standard cutoff but still under 50, would that be a disqualifier?

Any help/answers that you have I'd be appreciative.

You can still get an age waiver but it is tougher to get for nurses because it is one of the few positions we usually meet our numbers besides operating nurses and critical care nurses. Send me a PM about your medical stuff and I would be glad to go over them.

 

[Medic741]

Hello everyone, I'm an Army HPSP MS3 if anyone has questions about MilMed, HPSP or the like feel free to shoot me a PM if you were wanting any up-to-date info on the app process and guidance we're getting in MilMed.

 

[chemistryteacher]

Hi all, and thanks for starting this thread--I know how busy recruiters are.

One thing I've had trouble getting a straight answer on is HPLRP and whether it applies to private student loans (e.g. Sallie Mae, Wells Fargo, Discover). As a non-traditional student with home equity, a working spouse, etc., I can probably get much better interest rates on the private market than through Federal Direct Loans, but I want to be absolutely sure they'd qualify for HPLRP first. Thoughts?

 

[Armyhealth]

Hi all, and thanks for starting this thread--I know how busy recruiters are.

One thing I've had trouble getting a straight answer on is HPLRP and whether it applies to private student loans (e.g. Sallie Mae, Wells Fargo, Discover). As a non-traditional student with home equity, a working spouse, etc., I can probably get much better interest rates on the private market than through Federal Direct Loans, but I want to be absolutely sure they'd qualify for HPLRP first. Thoughts?

The loan contract must indicate that the loan was incurred for the purpose of education. These loans include the following:

(1) Stafford Loan Program (formerly Guaranteed Student Loans).

(2) Federally Insured Student Loans .

(3) Perkins Loan (formerly National Defense Student Loan and National Direct Student Loans).

(4) Auxiliary Loans to Assist Students.

(5) William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan Program.

(6) Supplemental Loans for Students.

(7) Consolidated Loan Program.

(8) Health Education Assistance Loans.

 

[KIB2019]

I am in the National Guard I have a bachelors in healthcare management and a masters in HR Management. I have read that 70B is specifically for ROTC but I wanted to know if I can direct commission as a 70A, 79E, 70F since I already have the experience.

 

[Armyhealth]

Y

I am in the National Guard I have a bachelors in healthcare management and a masters in HR Management. I have read that 70B is specifically for ROTC but I wanted to know if I can direct commission as a 70A, 79E, 70F since I already have the experience.

You have to start as a 70B and then they send you to further classes to become a 70A, 70E or 70F. The mission is closed for 70B this year though 🙁

 

[FISTMCLARGEHUGE]

I previously was in a couple of SOF units, out now and applying MD this current cycle. Long story short, I know I would not be able to stay sane in the vast majority of the military. The only way I could see myself going back in is if I went back to one of my previous units. Granted the number of MDs around there is pretty low. Is it common for guys in my situation to return to that area or are they just as susceptible as new MD when it comes to orders? I've heard there can be a more informal discussion along the lines of "where do you want to go/how active do you want to be?" if you still have some connections. I do now but I'm not sure how many will be around by the time I finish so I figured I'd ask.

 

[95ragtop]

I previously was in a couple of SOF units, out now and applying MD this current cycle. Long story short, I know I would not be able to stay sane in the vast majority of the military. The only way I could see myself going back in is if I went back to one of my previous units. Granted the number of MDs around there is pretty low. Is it common for guys in my situation to return to that area or are they just as susceptible as new MD when it comes to orders? I've heard there can be a more informal discussion along the lines of "where do you want to go/how active do you want to be?" if you still have some connections. I do now but I'm not sure how many will be around by the time I finish so I figured I'd ask.

If you have the background/long and short tabs you can get back over there, all it takes is a couple phone calls and a good reputation, but you may not get to pick your group/batt. Something to consider is your specialty. My Bn docs were FM and EM. They could easily moonlight and stay up on their skills. If you do a surgical residency then a staff job, it will be much more difficult to maintain those surgical skills.

 

[Armyhealth]

@Armyhealth, I'm currently a MS officer in the NG. Since I'm already a Captain, do I get to keep my rank when I enter medical school? If I get to keep my rank, do I earn TIG during medical school to be eligible for promotion during residency?

You will go down to a 2LT while in med school but will be promoted right back to CPT when you finish med school.

 

[Oldmen06]

I am currently a Major in the US Army Reserves who left the active component after 8 years of service to go to Dental School.

1) Does anyone know if I can keep my rank while on the MDSSP? Or do I revert to 2LT?
2) Can I keep TRICARE?
3) Do I switch my MOS from 15B to dental MOS now or after I graduate?
4) Do I have to go to BOLC again?
5) Can I do DL ILE while in school and use 1380’s to pay for it?
6) Do we get Academic Evaluation Reports while on MDSSP or OERs if we are submitting 1380s?

 

[BC_89]

@Armyhealth For my own curiosity with my current colleagues (and medically retired earlier this year so my info may officially be outdated) I have noticed cut backs in specific health fields such as 67E (Pharmacist). Has the lump sum or loan forgiveness package been altered or in the plans of being done away with in the near future (ie no longer 120k loan forgiveness for initial 3 years or 30k lump sum at first duty station)? I am speaking about the AD side of the house. Thanks