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    TERA

    TERA it is! Application submitted, hope to hear in about 2 weeks. After searching this site it seems I would benefit a great deal more if I TERA versus being medically retired before 20 years. Thanks for the advice.
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    Ugh....again

    Ugh....again
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    TERA

    ....AND 7 years later I'm back! So, I've read lots of threads but wanted to put it out there and get some sound advice. In the Air Force, August makes 19 years. Today was told that I would be MEB'd for type 2 DM. Doctors have not started any paper work yet for the MEB. My question...should...
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    What happens now?

    So 2 years ago I went through an MEB/IPEB/FPEB for diabetes. I was found fit for duty but with a C-3 duty limiting code. At the time I was on insuln but now I can control it with diet and exercise. Now what? Does the doc just submit paperwork to clear up the c-code, or is it another MEB? Air...
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    Getting Medically Retired due to Diabetes

    Dio, You said a small group at Walter Reed is looking into Anthrax and T1 Diabetes. I can tell you I had all 6 Anthrax shots. I was dx w/T1 Oct 07. My last Anthrax shot was in 03. I personally think it had something to do with the Flu nasal mist. Anyway, PM me for more info. BTW, I was...
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    Diabetes

    If you are getting hypo while exercising, I would either lower your basal insulin or eat more carbs before you start the workout. It took me awhile to get it right, and even now my sugars are different day to day.
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    Diabetes

    I would say almost definately that being on a profile is a regulation of activities. They recommended me for a pump only after I could control my sugars w/insulin injections. Be procative and read as much as you can to control your sugars. When I work out I have to eat 40-60 grams of carbs to...
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    Diabetes

    I was found fit for duty, however I'm going to be reclassified into another career field. If you look at the ratings, you will only get 40% if your diet and excercise are restricted, mine isn't. If your shooting to get out, talk to your Doc and convince him you have to restrict your daily...
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    Schedule of Ratings for the Endocrine System

    Seems the NAVY is trying to avoid paying retirement. I would definately appeal this.
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    Schedule of Ratings for the Endocrine System

    IHaving been through the process for diabetes, I would say its depends on what your Endo and commanders letters says. Also, if your on a profile or not.
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    Board results

    Came back from FPEB at Lackland yesterday with a Fit for Duty!! Thanks Jason for all the info on your site. If anyone in the Air Force has questions about the process send me a message.
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    How likely is the Sec of the AF to overturn the FPEB decision?

    From what I understand that is just part of the paperwork, they won't overturn it.
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    Witnesses

    Thanks for the response. I might just have my Flight Commander there, sounds like there's no reason to have anyone else, which makes it easier on everyone. I'm fighting for return to duty but I won't be able to fly, so how does my Flt CC address the fact that I can perform all of my duties...
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    Witnesses

    Has anyone brought witnesses to their formal board? My Commander and a few others are going to be there in person. What should they expect? My formal will be at Lackland at the end of May.
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    AF MEB Initiated today!

    Welcome rudyesmi, According to AFI 48-123v2 att 2 your docs should MEB you for diabetes. If you have any more questions on the Air Force side let me know, I've already been through an MEB, IPEB, and awaiting FPEB for type 1 diabetes. Brian
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    Preparing for the FPEB

    I can only guess you are trying for a Return to Duty? From what I gathered letters from supervisors who work with you on a daily basis is a good start. I would also ask those individuals (CC, 1st Shirt, Chief) to appear in person if at all possible. Have you contacted the paralegals at...
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    Fitness vs. Unfitness

    I could be wrong but I don't think deployability is a factor at all. There was nothing in my IFEB decision about deployability. Once found fit if your condition (like mine) makes you not world-wide deployable you will be C coded. Then they will reclass you into an AFSC that is suitable.
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    Fitness vs. Unfitness

    I'm in the unfit category wanted to stay in. My IPEB cam back with an unfit finding and 20% disability. I am an insulin dependant diabetic just recently diagnosed. I can no longer perform by present duties (only because of flight medicine standards) but I can perform just about any other job...
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    Diabetes

    My decision from the IPEB came back last week. The ruling was seperation w/severance and 20% diabaility in accordance w/VASRD. I'm going to appeal for a return to duty status. Anyone have advice on what to do to prepare for the Formal Board?
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    Diabetes

    Hello all, What a great website!! It's beeen very helpful, I've been using it for about a month. Some info on me. 12.5 year prior enlisted, now Lt active Air Force. Last August I finished pilot training with a follow on to Seymour Johnson to fly F-15E's. Completed the centrifuge, water...
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