What happens when the MEPS chief medical officer sends a recruit's case to the Surgeon General?

Tim Thompson — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:52:23 -0400

My son is going through the enlistment process for the Air Force. He went to MEPS and they said he needed to get a release from our family doctor due to a mild case of eczema. He got the release, and when his recruiter went to schedule him for MEPS again, the MEPS chief medical officer had his file sent to the Surgeon General's office for review. His eczema is very mild, not on his hands, neck or face. I am worried that he will be denied entry. Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 13 at 2021 9:56 PM

Sgt Private RallyPoint Member — Tue, 13 Apr 2021 21:56:10 -0400

Tim Thompson Here is a previous post with information. You can search on
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My current MEPS doctor is passing my case onto the Surgeon General? What does this mean? How long...

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Response by CSM Darieus ZaGara made Apr 14 at 2021 6:08 AM

CSM Darieus ZaGara — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 06:08:44 -0400

All cases that are questionable go forward. It is not about where the eczema is on the body, it is the risk of what could happen to a Soldier in field training, deployed and combat environments. They will not risk a persons health in these environments, the fact that it went forward is proof positive they care. The best outcome will be based on his health risks. His physician has no idea what Soldiers face therefore his approval is simply for review, it carries no weight. Health first.

Response by MSG Private RallyPoint Member made Apr 14 at 2021 7:35 AM

MSG Private RallyPoint Member — Wed, 14 Apr 2021 07:35:30 -0400

It's basically a waiver request. Surgeon General review for approval/disapproval of waiver request.