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AR 40-501 Medical Services Standards of Medical Fitness

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This regulation governs Medical fitness standards for enlistment, induction, and appointment, including officer procurement programs. Medical fitness standards for retention and separation, including retirement. Medical fitness standards for diving, Special Forces, Airborne, Ranger, free fall parachute training and duty, and certain enlisted military occupational specialties and officer assignments. Medical standards and policies for aviation. Physical profiles. Medical examinations and periodic health assessments.

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  • Joshua Ames

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    Question, if a Physician suggests there is nothing wrong and condition worsens… what should one do?

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      Ask for a second opinion and do some research as to your symptoms to present to the doctor. If that does not work you can discuss the issue with the Patient Affairs Office.
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      Ask for a second opinion and do some research as to your symptoms to present to the doctor. If that does not work you can discuss the issue with the Patient Affairs Office.
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