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During the medical exam, The Civil Surgeon will complete a comprehensive examination that will include a review of your medical history and a physical examination (basic checkup).
You will also be tested for communicable diseases such as tuberculosis, syphilis, and gonorrhea, as required by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Which test are required is based on your age.
The Civil Surgeon will review your vaccination history and go over the vaccination requirements to ensure that you have received all the required vaccinations according to the CDC vaccination guidelines. If any vaccinations are missing, Dr. Green can administer them during the examination if you wish.
Come with the following items for your medical exam:
Measles, Mumps and Rubella
Tetanus, Diphtheria and Pertussis (Tdap)
Varicella
IPV (Polio)
Pneumococcal
Influenza
Hepatitis B
Specific vaccines are based on a clients age
Please bring copies of any immunizations you have received and the provider will review your records and inform you if additional vaccines are required by USCIS. We can administer them during the examination if you wish.
The cost of vaccines and any other questions can be discussed with the provider during your visit.
Everyone over 2 years old must have a QuantiFERON Gold TB test
Ages 18-24 years must have a QuantiFERON Gold TB test + Syphilis test + Gonorrhea test
Ages 18-44 years must have a Syphilis test + QuantiFERON Gold TB test
The provider will review your medical history, previous illnesses, surgeries and chronic conditions.
Physical examination is a basic checkup of your overall general health which includes measurements of your weight, blood pressure and pulse.
You will be charged for the required medical examination, required laboratory (blood and/ or urine) test(s) and any vaccines you receive.
Acceptable payment options include Cash, Credit or Debit Card.
In 7 business days after your first visit, your paperwork is typically ready for you to sign and receive. The Civil Surgeon and applicant will both sign the original I-693. It is then sealed in an envelope for you to submit to USCIS or your attorney. This envelope CANNOT be tampered with. You will also receive a complimentary copy for your personal records.
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I693 Medical Examinations with Dr. Agnes Green
Our Medical Director, Dr. Agnes P. Green, M.D. is a Board Certified Designated Civil Surgeons, approved by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS), to perform Medical Examinations on persons applying for an adjustment
of status to permanent residency to the United States.
As a recognized member of the International Physicians Panel
Association (IPPA) Dr. Green has performed over 15,000 exams in the past 15 years on clients in the Tampa Bay area, surrounding Florida cities and from other cities throughout the Southeastern United States. She is held in high esteem and trusted throughout the immigration community, with immigration lawyers, preparers of I693’s and clients. Dr. Green is committed to providing thorough, prompt, compassionate and professional
services to all clients.
She and her staff understand the urgency of the immigration
process and work diligently to schedule clients in a timely manner.
Her staff is conscientious throughout the process of the
I-693 Medical Exam. From the initial phone call for an appointment to the final paperwork, her knowledgeable team understands the intricacies and requirements of the process, ensuring complete and accurate results. We appreciate your trust in us, and we work diligently to gain and maintain that trust.
A USCIS Civil Surgeon is a physician designated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to conduct medical examinations required for immigrants seeking to adjust their status to permanent residency (i.e., obtain a Green Card) in the United States. These medical exams ensure that applicants do not have any health conditions that would make them inadmissible to the U.S., such as communicable diseases, mental health issues posing a threat, or substance abuse problems. To become a USCIS-designated Civil Surgeon, a physician must meet the following criteria:
Be a licensed medical doctor (M.D.) or doctor of osteopathy (D.O.) in the state where the exam will take place.
Have at least four years of professional experience in their field (beyond training and residency).
Must be approved by the Department of Homeland Security.
Civil Surgeons are responsible for performing the medical examination, completing Form I-693 (Report of Medical Examination and Vaccination Record), and ensuring the applicant meets vaccination requirements and is free of communicable diseases. The results are given to the applicant in a sealed envelope. It is submitted by the applicant to USCIS or their attorney as a part of the immigration application process.
This form is required if you are applying to become a legal permanent resident of the U.S. The purpose of this form is to confirm that you are not inadmissible to the United States on public health reasons.
The medical examination is now valid for two years from the date it is signed by the Civil Surgeon. However, the vaccination portion of the exam is typically valid for a lifetime unless USCIS updates its vaccination requirements or if additional vaccines are needed.
In order to get an adjustment of status to permanent resident, also known as a green card, an immigrant to the United States is required to meet certain medical standards. The I-693 is used to make sure that an applicant does not have a communicable disease that is a significant risk to public health, has the required vaccinations, is not a drug addict or drug abuser and does not have a physical or mental disorder involving behavior that may be threatening to the safety of the applicant and others.
No, your personal doctor cannot complete the medical exam for immigration purposes. The examination must be done by a Doctor who is designated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). USCIS designates certain Doctors (known as Civil Surgeons) to perform the immigration medical examination required for green card/adjustment of status applicants.
The original signed and completed form will be put in a sealed envelope for you to submit to USCIS. You will receive a complimentary copy of the completed I-693 for your personal records.
It is important that you DO NOT open or damage this envelope in any way, as you must submit Form I-693 in a sealed envelope as given to you by the Civil Surgeon to ensure it's authenticity. USCIS will only accept an envelope that is sealed, unopened and not tampered with in anyway.
It is possible in some cases to be granted a waiver for the vaccine
requirements based on religious or moral beliefs, but this is a separate application process. If you want to apply for such a waiver, you should check with USCIS to obtain a waiver application.
Applicant for Permanent Residency
I was very impressed with the kindness, patience and professionalism shown to me by
Dr. Green and her staff, I highly recommend them!
Applicant for Permanent Residency
I am incredibly grateful for the seamless experience provided by i693 Medical Examiner. Their thorough examinations and efficient documentation support made the entire process stress-free.
Immigration Attorney
As an immigration attorney, I highly recommend Dr. Green for her professionalism and dedication to ensuring clients receive the necessary medical examination and documentation for their immigration application.
Permanent Resident
The expertise and attention to detail demonstrated by i693 Medical Examiner truly expedited my application process. I am now a proud permanent resident, thanks to their exceptional services.
