I like to initiate this thread to invite share and input on experience and information related to Immigration/Visa Medical Examination (IME) which could be pretty useful for those going to or waiting for IME to well prepare themselves. I am sharing mine below and invite others who have done their medical (Although the basic IME procedure are of routine and supposed to be pretty much similar but the individual cases or experiences might vary) to share and pinpoint theirs... Any supportive information that can guide IME might also be worth sharing here.........
My IME Experience:Done my Medical today, the first working day after an extended X'mas and NY holidays in Australia. Briefly describing the systematic steps as follows.....
Initial ID check and Log in FileUpon arrival the receptionist at DMP asked to hand in all our passport (Family of 3)
We were requested then to hand in our photographs (2 copy each) {The instruction and photo specification usually given with medical request from CHC}
Next we were asked to submit the IMM 1017 (Med Report-Section A)- This part to be sent to applicant from the CHC along with the medical request.
This IMM 1017- Section A form is usually typed in with all applicant and dependent's particular and photo stamped from CHC).
Then we were provided with photocopy (without photo in) of IMM 5419-Medical Report- Section D (Laboratory Requisition) and IMM 5419-Medical Report-Chest X-ray Report form and were requested to put signature and date in the specific place as directed.
After the paper works done, we were given container (individual name marked) to provide urine sample... After we submitted our urine sample we were advised to wait until DMP called us in....
Medical Examination by DMP:
I was the first one called in the chamber of DMP..
DMP introduced himself and firstly explained that he will be going to ask me some routinely directed questions (As printed in IMM 5419-Medical Report-Section B-Functional inquiry, Background information and Applicant declaration) followed by a detailed medical exam to be conducted (As directed in IMM 5419-Medical Report-Section C-Examining Doctors finding, Sec C-Cont.).
IMM 5419-Medical Report-Section B-Functional inquiry, Background information and Applicant declaration :Most of the question in Section B was responded duly as “No” for me (as applied) and DMP ticked accordingly.....
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To have an idea of the question you are expected to be answered you can download DMP hand book.pdf from CIC website and go to page no 77)
In response to the Q.8 of Section B (
Any history of Jaundice/Hepatitis involving you or immediate family) I truly informed that I had Jaundice during my childhood (primary school year). However, sometimes true statement invites further challenges as for my case DMP promptly decided to recommend for me some further test of liver function test-AST, ALT... to rule out chronic hepatitis.....)...If my test appears positive then my spouse and daughter will have to undergo similar screening tests (
Hope it won't have to...).
However, despite anticipating possible hazard its probably better to be truthful on providing medical history....I realized the most crucial questions in Section B are related to possible previous personal and or family and contact history of TB, STD, Diabetes, Hepatitis, . (
So better prepare to answer them carefully and thoughtfully)
When the DMP finished filled in Section B, I was asked to sign in the bottom part of the form as my declaration to have agreed with the information responded. (You will have a another chance to check your response before signing).
IMM 5419-Medical Report-Section C-Examining Doctors finding, Sec C-Contd.I was asked to prepare for physical exam test with taking of my cloths except the undergarments on. Also advised to lied down (face up) on the examination table.
Examination started with measuring BP (It was 130/80 but doctor considered it as normal considering of being possibly tensed).
Next to BP physical palpation and examination started from chin (lymph nodes) followed by listening to lungs sound, palpation of lived/spleen, kidney, other lymph nodes...
Then reflex test with percussion (hammering) on leg and hand joints...
Finally palpated ball (testicle) for possible harnia
Then asked to get down go bent and up and then bent again for touching the toes...and coughing at the same time...
Next made visual examination of Ear and Eye(sight) using special device (aids)
Then I was asked to put my clothes on and he listed all his finding (I notice all of them were circled to be normal...
Asked some special question and concern related to mental, psychological status...DMP then signed in and kept aside the Section C.
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You can have idea on all the examination fields-system wise in the DMP hand book.pdf [Form- Section C] available in CIC site on page 78, 79).
IMM 5419-Medical Report- Section D (Laboratory Requisition)This form with photo's on and a photocopy (signed previously) was attached then with a printed list of recommended Urine and blood test ( Serology of Syphilis, HIV) and one page ID check request for the respective lab use.
In my case some additional test for liver function test (AST, ALT) and hepatitis screening was advised.
IMM 5419-Medical Report-Section E: Chest X-ray Report formSimilar to above section D this part also prepared accordingly
DMP then hand in both Section D and E to me and directed to take this to the recommended Pathology and Q-scan centre (
In my case it was in different location outside the DMP facility)
DMP then explained me that he will hold the main report form (Section A) until the lab and X-ray result made available to him (It indicated to take a couple of days including the serology). If everything seems alright (
Hoping so!!) then the DMP will send the Medical report along with X-ray film to RMO, Singapore by normal post/Courier. The RMO processing might take 4-6 weeks before it forwarded (Unless further test suggested) to the respective CHC.
By the end of my examination, my daughter and wife followed with exactly similar procedure (Except my daughter being under 11 years –No blood test and X-ray were recommended)
After the payment at DMP, the receptionist advised me to contact them by Friday to collect the tracking number of “To be courier docs”
I must say the DMP and the associated staff (Surprised not to see any nurse to assist DMP!) were all cooperative, well behaved and very professional. Appreciated!
Next procedures for Lab test and X-ray were pretty straight-forward... After having our ID Check once again, blood sample were collected and X-ray was done accordingly. While asked the radiology technician replied the image was taken perfectly and seemed alright (Hopefully so!)
The total process if IME took for us little over 3 hours (major time taken during medical examination at DMP)
Given my experience, I think it is reasonable to highlight salient point of concern for the future examinee....
1. Pl ensure that you don't forget to take along passport (Most preferred ID)
2. When you get MR. please check you have received IMM 1017-Sec A (with photo)
3. Take 2-4 (variable according to visa application type FSW/FAM) copies of photos as instructed with MR
NB: In some CHC reported to advise to take some digital photos on CD (for
radiology report) but for my case it was not required
4. Always a good idea to go through DMP hand book. pdf guide or you can visit the following links to have overall preparation required for IME.
http://www.witchweb.net/immigration/medical.html
http://soscanada2000.com/migration/guide/medexaminst.html
5. Take plenty of water before and the day of IME
6. Try to reach at DMP at least 30 min before the scheduled appointment
Wish you all the very best for IME when it comes your turn................
Cheers
Fariza
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