Eligible??

aniko743 · Mar 23, 2010

I have hypothyroidism as well and I just signed my acceptence letter for the AF. I was very concerned about the issue, I had to have my medical records sent to MEPS prior to going to get my physical done. Basically what they looking for is that your condition is well controlled by medication. I take Synthroid every morning and my labs are good. I was very happy when I found out that I qualified because I was afraid that they won't take me due to my thyroid issue. I am accepted and I will leave for COT in January. Oh, I forgot to mention that I also had a letter from my physician saying that I don't have any problems or limitations and I am fit for duty.

Jennifer22 · Mar 23, 2010

Thank you for your reply. That's reassuring! :) Congrats on the AF! That's so exciting. Did you always want to do the AF or did you start of having to choose? I am having a hard time deciding on which branch to join. All the best~!

carolinapooh, BSN, RN · Mar 23, 2010

I think - and again, I'm saying I think - there's something in the DoD reg about having to be off antidepressants for six months prior to being accepted. Check, though. You can find the reg online with some careful Googling.

aniko743 · Mar 23, 2010

I always wanted to be in the AF as a nurse, however, I talked to all branches before I really made a commitment for the AF. I am really excited, happy, nervous at the same time but I think its normal. I feel very passionate to care for the members of the armed forces and their family. I was an Army spouse for many years, my sister in the Navy and my best friend son is a Marine. We covering all the branches within the family..LOL Anyway, I agree with Carolinapooh you need to look up the DoD regulation regarding disqualifying medical conditions. You need to be familiar with it, just in case the recruiter try to tell you something different. Good luck!