Immigration Physicals at CareLife Medical
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Taking steps for your immigration journey is both exciting and intimidating at the same time, and our staff perfectly knows this. When you get to our offices for your immigration physicals, you will find a compassionate team ready to take care of your needs and guide you through this process.
At CareLife, we have seen over the years how important this part is, and our team is committed to provide a smooth and stress-free experience. Dr. Aziz is authorized by the US Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) as a civil surgeon and allowed to perform immigration physical exams. You will get a comprehensive health assessment, along with the necessary paperwork and copies for your personal records.
What Are Immigration Physicals?
An immigration medical exam is a mandatory health assessment required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) for individuals applying for a green card and/or certain types of visas.
It seeks to ensure that applicants meet government health requirements and do not suppose a risk for public well-being, and does so through medical history and physical examination, vaccination review, and various specific screenings and tests according to each patient.
How Do I Prepare for an Immigration Physical?
When you make your appointment for an immigration physical exam at CafeLife Medical, you will receive information on how to prepare and what to bring on your chosen date.
Generally speaking, you will need:
- Medical history
- Vaccination record
- A government-issued ID like your passport
- Proof of prior treatments if you have history of tuberculosis
If there are any vaccinations you are unable to get for medical reasons, you must provide documentation. On the other hand, you can have an English-speaking interpreter come with you for your enhanced comfort.
What Happens During an Immigration Physical?
During your appointment, Dr. Aziz will:
- Perform a comprehensive physical examination
- Run lab work to check for any contagious diseases
- Conduct a tuberculosis screening test
- Review your medical record and vaccination status
- Provide any required vaccines in case they are missing
We take the time to get to know each of our patients, their worries and particular issues. That’s why our immigration exams will provide a complete assessment of your health, including additional screenings and tests to identify undiagnosed conditions. Our tailored approach seeks to prepare you in the best way for this next step.
What About My Paperwork?
For your immigration physical exam you need to fill out the Form I-693, which Dr. Aziz will help you complete once the tests and treatments are complete.
She will seal the correspondent form in an envelope for you to send with your application, as well as provide you with a copy for your personal records.
More Common Questions on Immigration Physicals
Who conducts the immigration physical exam?
Only authorized civil surgeons in the U.S. or panel physicians outside the U.S. are allowed to perform the exam. Dr. Aziz is a civil surgeon and will take care of your process.
What happens if I have a medical condition?
While most conditions won’t disqualify you, some diseases or missing vaccinations will require follow-up appointments.
Will I have access to my results?
Yes, of course. Dr. Aziz will provide you both with a sealed envelope for your application and a separate one for your private records.
Get Your Immigration Physical Exam at CareLife Medical
We hope your immigration physical is only the beginning of our doctor-patient relationship, and that we can continue to help you enhance your life and body.
At CareLife Medical, our belief in building strong alliances with our patients guides our highly personalized and comprehensive internal medicine and primary care services. Through collaborative care and years of experience, we work together to develop treatment plans tailored to the individual needs of our patients.
You can also find us at our Church Falls, Virginia location.
In line with our ethos to treat everyone in the community, we accept Medicare and Medicare patients as well as perform medical examinations for immigration purposes.