What's my chance for getting my medical waivers approved by the Navy?

Question

I am trying to reenlist into the Navy from the Army Reserves. I took my MEPS physical and I have two disqualifying issues. My cholesterol is a bit high and I have hardware in my neck from when I broke it two yrs ago.
This reenlistment is important to me and I want the waivers to be approved. Does anyone have any insight about the Navy BUMED waiver folks and whether or not I have a decent chance at getting them approved?

I am an Arabic linguist (CTI). But I understand that the BUMED folks don't even consider that.

Answer 1

YOU REALLY DONT HAVE ALLOT OF GOOD STUFF ON YOUR SIDE. YES CHOLESTEROL CAN BE CONTROLLED BY MEDICINE. BUT THAT IS ALSO A DISQUALIFIER. YOU NEED TO FIND A WAY TO GET IT DOWN WITHOUT MEDICATION IF THIS IS IMPORTANT TO YOU. AS FOR THE HARDWARE. WELL THAT IS UP IN THE AIR. I HAVE SEEN SIMPLE ONE GET TURNED DOWN THAT I WOULDNT EVEN GUESS WOULD BE A PROBLEM. AND I HAVE SEEN LONG SHOTS LIKE YOURS GET APPROVED. BUT UNFORTUNATLY WHEN IT COMES TO BUMEDS IN THE NAVY THERE IS LITTLE THAT YOU CAN DO.


ACTUALLY TO ADD TO WHAT SOMEONE AFTER ME SAID. THE NAVY IS APPROVING ALLOT OF PRIOR SERVICE PERSONELL IF THEY ARE QUALIFIED. WE ARENT HURTING FOR BODIES TRUE... BUT THEY ARE APPROVING PEOPLE TO COME BACK ON ACTIVE DUTY.

Answer 2

unless your MOS directly translates to a rating that is undermanned in the Navy, you chances are probably pretty slim. The Navy isn't hurting for bodies, and therefore can be more choosy about who they let in. Frankly, very few PS folks are getting the green light unless thay have training the Navy needs.

Answer 3

You can control your cholesterol with medication. That won't prevent you from re-upping. As for your neck problem, if it is a permanent condition, you may be disqualified. Call the chief medical officer and ask.

Answer 4

See heres the deal there isnt a waiver. Its a fairytale they tell you to get you out of the MEPS or their office. Have a nice day.

Answer 5

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