Shit sounds pretty much the same. I have herniated disc L4&L5 and stenosis. I am suppose to see a neurosurgeon next week but don't want to get the surgery right now especially going through the MEB process. What will a strong write be for my back and who does it the VA? I just want to make sure I don't get screwed on the back issue since I get recommend for PTSD only last week.
My case is very similar to yours. I told the neurosurgeon point blank that I don't want a surgery and he told me that he would not even recommend me for any surgery at this time because it is a 50-50 chance. He told me he does not think I can continue to stay in the Army with my condition and I agree with him 100%. He thereafter recommended me for MEB.
Dotlak, are you going through Fort Gordon if so what is your time line like? I agree on not getting the surgery at this time is yours herniated on L4&L5 as well?
Well my appeal finally came back. Fitting condition which was VA diagnosis of medial tibial stress syndrome was changed to DDEAMC diagnosis of right gastrocnemius tear with retraction and scar formation declared unfitting. Going over to peblo today to sign findings and send off to PEB.
