FAA Medical in Oz?

[i4iq]

Hi All

I'm off to begin training through to CFII in the US in May. The school has suggested getting the medical when I'm there but I was wondering if it would make sense for me to get it done here in Oz first. I'm on the Sunshine Coast.

Some have suggested getting a Class 1 or 2 done to be sure I've got no hidden ailments that might bar my future course. I don't think I do - but then I have no idea what they'll be checking!

Is it worthwhile? Are there any "approved" Docs up this way? I'm down in Sydney in a few days, if that would help...

[international hog driver]

Last time i did my FAA in OZ was with Dr Graeme MacLarn @ BK try 02 9790 5036.

Try your luck.

[John Eacott]

Try Dr Greig Chaffey, Camp Hill Medical Centre, 585 Old Cleveland Road,
Camp Hill, Queensland, 4152. 07 3398 8177.

[800]

If those contacts fail, get onto the CASA website and find the list of DAME's and select "DAMEs approved to conduct medicals for Overseas Flight Crew Licensing Authorities".
[URL="http://www.casa.gov.au/avmed/index.htm"]
If thats no good try ringing CASA on 131 737.
Don't tell me Graeme is still at BK!

[i4iq]

Thanks guys, I'll follow those leads up in the morning.

Cheers