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  • Is Basic Med Really That Basic?
    2024/11/23

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    On this episode we take a look at the current updates on Basic Med announced this past week by the FAA, and also look at a new "fast track" process for adjustment disorder that may allow pilots originally having to go through an extended mental health evaluation be rapidly certified by their aviation medical examiner.

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    12 分
  • An "Ironic" Liver Condition
    2024/11/15

    Hemochromatosis is an iron storage disease that affects not only the liver, but also the heart, kidneys, and central nervous system. Although not the most common condition, it is often associated with a genetic abnormality -- and those with the gene are typically unaware of it until middle-age. The key is in screening for it -- before it becomes a significant medical problem. What about pilots who have hemochromatosis? Can they be certified? What is the process? This episode covers the details of this condition and the potential aeromedical pitfalls.

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    14 分
  • How to Keep Your Medical When You Are Dagnosed With Low T
    2024/11/08

    Male hypogonadism, otherwise known as "low T" is a common diagnosis received by adult males, including those who operate aircraft. Many medical providers who prescribe testosterone supplements do not "speak airplane," making aeromedical certification challenging in certain cases. What does it take to obtain or maintain a medical certificate when prescribed supplemental testosterone? We discuss the details.

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    12 分
  • The Pet Peeves of AMEs
    2024/11/01

    Ever wonder what can be annoying to your aviation medical examiner? On this episode, we pick a few favorites and jokingly review the top "pet peeves" on the list.

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    16 分
  • Cancer Where It Counts
    2024/10/25

    Although a relatively rare type of cancer, testicular carcinoma affects thousands of individuals each year. On this episode, we discuss what it is and what is required for aeromedical certification.

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    14 分
  • Breast Cancer and Aeromedical Certification
    2024/10/04

    Although breast cancer can be devastating for any individual being diagnosed with the disease, the aeromedical certification process has come full circle and allowed for pilots to obtain their medical certificates relatively easily with appropriate preparation and documentation of clinical stability.

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    16 分
  • Funnel Chest and Speech Impediments: Autumn has Arrived!
    2024/09/27

    On this episode, we discuss a couple of conditions not commonly seen in pilots but which can make a difference in terms of aeromedical certification. We look at pectus excavatum, otherwise known as "funnel chest," and how pilots with speech impediments can still qualify for their FAA medical certificate.

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    16 分
  • Whole LADA Shakin' Goin' On
    2024/09/20

    LADA, or latent autoimmune diabetes of adults, is often misdiagnosed and is sometimes called "diabetes 1.5." On this episode, we'll review what LADA is, what to look for, and how it affects aeromedical certification.

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    16 分