August I-130 approvals, lets do NVC together.

[CHD 0]

Well I just got home from my medical in Toronto and it seems I have passed, but it was far from a smooth ride (as expected). The doctor did tell me that due to my psychiatric history, his report will indicate a class B medical condition. He explained that this class indicates a physical or mental abnormality that is unlikely to present a public health concern, and that it is not terribly uncommon, as having so much as high blood pressure will put you in this category. He then explained that it is unlikely to affect the outcome of my visa unless the consular officer has reason to believe that I could pose a threat to others, or that I could be deemed ineligible for medical insurance and become a public charge. All in all he was very gentle and understanding and reassuring. If any of the other Canadians in our dear thread are interested in reading more about the entire office experience for Toronto, I will be posting a detailed review in the Canada forum shortly.

And it looks like our little group alone has 4 interviews tomorrow...I wish you all the best of luck!

[OBX 51]

Well I just got home from my medical in Toronto and it seems I have passed, but it was far from a smooth ride (as expected). The doctor did tell me that due to my psychiatric history, his report will indicate a class B medical condition. He explained that this class indicates a physical or mental abnormality that is unlikely to present a public health concern, and that it is not terribly uncommon, as having so much as high blood pressure will put you in this category. He then explained that it is unlikely to affect the outcome of my visa unless the consular officer has reason to believe that I could pose a threat to others, or that I could be deemed ineligible for medical insurance and become a public charge. All in all he was very gentle and understanding and reassuring. If any of the other Canadians in our dear thread are interested in reading more about the entire office experience for Toronto, I will be posting a detailed review in the Canada forum shortly.

And it looks like our little group alone has 4 interviews tomorrow...I wish you all the best of luck!

You must be so relieved to have that over with! I am sure everything will be fine at the interview as well.

Just a quick question & I will check the Canada forum for a reply. Did you need to have a TB skin test result from your family MD as part of the vaccination requirements? Other threads have suggested this is necessary but I was sure that it was not. THXS You can now countdown to the interview.

Edited November 3, 2008 by OBX

[CHD 0]

Well I just got home from my medical in Toronto and it seems I have passed, but it was far from a smooth ride (as expected). The doctor did tell me that due to my psychiatric history, his report will indicate a class B medical condition. He explained that this class indicates a physical or mental abnormality that is unlikely to present a public health concern, and that it is not terribly uncommon, as having so much as high blood pressure will put you in this category. He then explained that it is unlikely to affect the outcome of my visa unless the consular officer has reason to believe that I could pose a threat to others, or that I could be deemed ineligible for medical insurance and become a public charge. All in all he was very gentle and understanding and reassuring. If any of the other Canadians in our dear thread are interested in reading more about the entire office experience for Toronto, I will be posting a detailed review in the Canada forum shortly.

And it looks like our little group alone has 4 interviews tomorrow...I wish you all the best of luck!

You must be so relieved to have that over with! I am sure everything will be fine at the interview as well.

Just a quick question & I will check the Canada forum for a reply. Did you need to have a TB skin test result from your family MD as part of the vaccination requirements? Other threads have suggested this is necessary but I was sure that it was not. THXS You can now countdown to the interview.

No there is no TB skin test done at all. They only do the xray.

[Ling Ling 22]

Hey CHD...CONGRATS!!!!

I see you haven't posted your medical experience yet...but I was wondering how the psych background stuff came up?

I mean, did you offer it, or did they start asking about physical evidence....etc?

Glad you've got that behind you.

Thanks for you kind thoughts to the Election Day Interviewees.

[OBX 51]

Well I just got home from my medical in Toronto and it seems I have passed, but it was far from a smooth ride (as expected). The doctor did tell me that due to my psychiatric history, his report will indicate a class B medical condition. He explained that this class indicates a physical or mental abnormality that is unlikely to present a public health concern, and that it is not terribly uncommon, as having so much as high blood pressure will put you in this category. He then explained that it is unlikely to affect the outcome of my visa unless the consular officer has reason to believe that I could pose a threat to others, or that I could be deemed ineligible for medical insurance and become a public charge. All in all he was very gentle and understanding and reassuring. If any of the other Canadians in our dear thread are interested in reading more about the entire office experience for Toronto, I will be posting a detailed review in the Canada forum shortly.

And it looks like our little group alone has 4 interviews tomorrow...I wish you all the best of luck!

You must be so relieved to have that over with! I am sure everything will be fine at the interview as well.

Just a quick question & I will check the Canada forum for a reply. Did you need to have a TB skin test result from your family MD as part of the vaccination requirements? Other threads have suggested this is necessary but I was sure that it was not. THXS You can now countdown to the interview.

No there is no TB skin test done at all. They only do the xray.

THXS so much; one less thing to worry about! Now my list of worries is only a mile long instead of two!! Does the stress ever end?

Edited November 3, 2008 by OBX

[nimche 8]

Well I just got home from my medical in Toronto and it seems I have passed, but it was far from a smooth ride (as expected). The doctor did tell me that due to my psychiatric history, his report will indicate a class B medical condition. He explained that this class indicates a physical or mental abnormality that is unlikely to present a public health concern, and that it is not terribly uncommon, as having so much as high blood pressure will put you in this category. He then explained that it is unlikely to affect the outcome of my visa unless the consular officer has reason to believe that I could pose a threat to others, or that I could be deemed ineligible for medical insurance and become a public charge. All in all he was very gentle and understanding and reassuring. If any of the other Canadians in our dear thread are interested in reading more about the entire office experience for Toronto, I will be posting a detailed review in the Canada forum shortly.

And it looks like our little group alone has 4 interviews tomorrow...I wish you all the best of luck!

Congrats. CHD... Very Happy for you and we all know that you will pass and get your visa soon. So don't worry.

[CHD 0]

Hey CHD...CONGRATS!!!!

I see you haven't posted your medical experience yet...but I was wondering how the psych background stuff came up?

I mean, did you offer it, or did they start asking about physical evidence....etc?

Glad you've got that behind you.

Thanks for you kind thoughts to the Election Day Interviewees.

No I haven't got it up yet...chipping away at it bit by bit. It will be very loooong and detailed, because I want others with less than ideal histories to have a good reference (something I was completely unable to find).

I did offer it. the panel physician went down the "Have you ever had..." checklist and when he got to psychiatric issues I said yes, presented the letter from my doctor, and answered all of his questions.. I know a few of you said that they probably wouldn't notice/ask about the scars...but I know what those scars look like, and there would have been no hiding it once it was time for the physical exam anyway. . There IS a spot on the form for the physician to indicate if the patient attempted to hide or lie about anything...and I can't imagine things would turn out well if the 'yes' box were checked there.

Edited November 3, 2008 by CHD

[Ilya R. 0]

Congrats CHD!!!

[nimche 8]

Congrats CHD!!!

DId you find out how to track DHL?

[Ling Ling 22]

Hey CHD...CONGRATS!!!!

I see you haven't posted your medical experience yet...but I was wondering how the psych background stuff came up?

I mean, did you offer it, or did they start asking about physical evidence....etc?

Glad you've got that behind you.

Thanks for you kind thoughts to the Election Day Interviewees.

No I haven't got it up yet...chipping away at it bit by bit. It will be very loooong and detailed, because I want others with less than ideal histories to have a good reference (something I was completely unable to find).

I did offer it. the panel physician went down the "Have you ever had..." checklist and when he got to psychiatric issues I said yes, presented the letter from my doctor, and answered all of his questions.. I know a few of you said that they probably wouldn't notice/ask about the scars...but I know what those scars look like, and there would have been no hiding it once it was time for the physical exam anyway. . There IS a spot on the form for the physician to indicate if the patient attempted to hide or lie about anything...and I can't imagine things would turn out well if the 'yes' box were checked there.

WOW...thanks so much for sharing such a personal issue...and thank you for taking the time to help others.

As always, honesty is the best policy.

[Ling Ling 22]

Ring Ring...Visa Approved :-)

Ruv to my VJ famiRy

...the journey continues.

[Shpat_Argjira 0]

Ling, congrats man...

[nunyab 0]

how crazy it this..... I am nervous for Ring Ring and Martina.... gotta tell us how it goes. Pllllllleeeeeeaassssseee????

[nunyab 0]

OMG i just had to keep reading CoNGRatS!!! Ling Ling/Ring Ring.........

CHD it sounds like you did very well good for you for going with what you felt was right. Ok I am going to call tomorrow that gave them a whole day or two to make an appointment right???

[Ling Ling 22]

Thanks Shpat and Rajaa.

I'm gonna still be here for a while...but if these turds in OT piss me off, I may get booted :-)

Master Rajaa...it's only Monday, and you're already on NVC's case....you go girl

Send Shpat some of that "Do To It, Get it Done" water.