[Tim G]

Hi All,

Just thought I'd ask on the off chance that someone has tried to migrate with a Colostomy / Ileostomy?

I had Panproctocolectomy (removal of large Bowel etc) due to ulcerative colitis. Since the op in 2002 I have been fit and well and have not had a day off sick (non due to bowel!).

We are really concerned about my medical and dreading getting turned down.

Also luckily have a military pension letter stating that they will pay for any medications or products for my life, so would not be a burden on the system!!

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Tim.

[Perksy]

Can't help you on that one Tim but the key is about being a burden on the system.

You should certainly go into the move anticipating that the immigration medical advisors might want some more info/tests so if you are going down the ITA and PR route allow plenty of time.

Best of luck anyway.

Kim

[Tim G]

Hi Kim,

Thanks for your reply.

That's what we have been thinking; we are planning to go on the medical armed with letters from my consultant and military letter explaining prescription payments etc.

Can't help worrying though.

Tim.

[miep]

I don't think it will be a problem, they are really looking for things that will be a large financial burden on the system. As the removal of your colon effectively "cures" you from the colitis they shouldn't be expecting large bill due to a chronic illness anymore.

Good luck!

[Tim G]

Hi
Thanks for the reply, that is our thoughts, and just what we wanted to hear.
There is so much to sort out and worry about.

Tim G

[Bernie]

Will be interested as my daughter also had large bowle removed due to genetic condition butis in good health otherwise - going for our medicals on
19th Feb 08 - so will let you know how we get on.

EOI selected 22/11/07
ITA 31/12/07

[Tim G]

Hi,

Thanks for the reply, it has taken a while for me to get back as I have been working on nights.

Would love to know how you get on, we really wish you all the luck in the world.

Tim and Family

[Tim G]

Will be interested as my daughter also had large bowle removed due to genetic condition butis in good health otherwise - going for our medicals on
19th Feb 08 - so will let you know how we get on.

EOI selected 22/11/07
ITA 31/12/07

Hi again Bernie,

Just wondering how everything went with your medicals?

Hope all is well.

Tim & Michelle.

[Bernie]

Have submitted our ITA and have got a reply from case officer saying that medicals have been referred to the medical assessor - its just a waiting game now .
Will let you know

Bernie

[Bernie]

My daughters medical has been declined as the ongoing check ups that she will need will cost more than the NZ$ 25000 in her lifetime. We now have to apply for a medical waiver and am not holding my breath.

Hope you have better luck.

Bernie

[Hejwitch_uk]

Bernie, so sorry to hear that. I hope you have more positive outcome with the waiver - fingers crossed.