[gbFunk]

Hi all,

Just found this site, and been looking through and everyone seems so helpful and knowledgable.

I am applying under partnership program as my wife is a New Zealander.

My medical is booked for next week, and is bound to throw a spanner into the works!

I had an infected gall bladder in 2006, which caused a problem with my pancreas. I had gall bladder removed in Sept 2006, and a second operation on my pancreas in Aug 2007. I have since developed diabetes. I am booked in at the Priory in Birmingham for blood tests and X-ray, and then Selly Park Surgery for medical. I've told them both I have diabetes, but person I booked with didn't know what extra tests I would need.

Does anyone know what extra checks I should do, and can I do these in advance or do I have to wait for Medical Assesor to let me know what tests they need?

We were hoping to move out in Dec/Jan - and am now thinking this was a bit optimistic! I've applied fo a job which will help with relocation costs if I get it, although now thinking won't have the work permit in time anyway!

Thanks for any advice,
gbFunk

[BkyMonster]

I'm thinking that the medical examiner/panel doctor should tell you what tests you need at least for the initial medical. You will probably need some fasting tests so try to have your blood appointment early. IMO you will probably need fasting lipids, glucose and HBA1c.

[JandM]

Welcome to the forum, and good luck with the process.:)

[Genie]

Hi all,

Does anyone know what extra checks I should do, and can I do these in advance or do I have to wait for Medical Assesor to let me know what tests they need?

Hi there, I've just had my medical over here in NZ, and I also had my gall bladder removed, in 2005 as a Christmas present, and am diabetic type 2.

The GP who did my medical because of my history just requested extra fasting blood tests when I saw him. I then had to have the 'normal' blood tests done at the same time as the extra ones, so no problem really.

Now, as a matter of procedure, my medical has been sent to the medical assessors. Hopefully as all the bloods were OK, bar one which was a little elevated, there wont be any further tests needed.

Hope that helps, and once you've got up to 5 posts you can PM people, feel free to PM me.:D

[dusk]

As meniotned above you will be best to do fasting blood tests.

i would also suggest that you supply any documentation you have about
a. the surgery and your recovery from it and
b. your diabetes status (annual check up statement with your levels and soemthing that says you are otherwise healthy with no complications if you have something like that)

[gbFunk]

Thanks for the advice. Just phoned up and switched my bloods/x-ray to a first thing in the morning appointment so will get them to do the fasting tests.

I was diagnosed with diabetes only about 3 months ago, so am a bit worried that I don't have a history of having it under control. Booked an appointment with my GP for a couple of days before the tests to see if I can get them to write a letter.

Are GPs happy to write such letters? Do they charge?
Would they also be able to do one for the surgery, or do I have to go back to consultant? I was discharged about 7 months ago and haven't seen him since...

Sorry to follow-up with so many other questions, but forum already helped with moving the appointment!

I'll keep you updated on progress,
Cheers,
gbFunk

[kags1694]

Thanks for the advice. Just phoned up and switched my bloods/x-ray to a first thing in the morning appointment so will get them to do the fasting tests.

I was diagnosed with diabetes only about 3 months ago, so am a bit worried that I don't have a history of having it under control. Booked an appointment with my GP for a couple of days before the tests to see if I can get them to write a letter.

Are GPs happy to write such letters? Do they charge?
Would they also be able to do one for the surgery, or do I have to go back to consultant? I was discharged about 7 months ago and haven't seen him since...

Sorry to follow-up with so many other questions, but forum already helped with moving the appointment!

I'll keep you updated on progress,
Cheers,
gbFunk


Hi my GP charged me £20.00

Good luck

[dusk]

whereas my GP didn't charge me anything :)

I would just ask them to write a short statement saying your diagnosis date and treatment/progress you are making since then

you may possibly have some notes on your medical file at the GPs from your surgery (I had on mine at any rate) worth asking, if not get something additional from your GP on the statement about the other stuff - this may suffice.

[jasonelsa56]

My daughter is a type 1 diabetic and was passed yesterday by the MA, all we sent in was the latest consultants report, no further information was required.

J

[gbFunk]

As promised, a quick update...

Went to see GP last night, who was very supportive. She printed off the last two letters from my consultant confirming operation had been complete success, and that I no longer required regular consultation so was discharged.

She also agreed to write a letter backing up diabetes, although recently diagnosed, seems well under control and she doesn't predict any future problems. This was free. I think it helps I have a good relationship with her as seen her quite regularily over last couple of years!

Blood tests and x-rays thurs first thing, and then full medical exam next wednesday.

All seems to be progressing well - I've even got through to the next stage on the job I desperately want - so positive news at the moment, but sure there will be more pitfalls along the way!

Cheers,
gbFunk

[dusk]

that's great news :)