FAA Aviation Medical Calgary
Our medical clinic offers FAA Aviation Medical Exams in Calgary for first, second, and third class licenses.
PLEASE NOTE: These medical examinations are only available to Canadian residents.
What is a Aviation Medical Certificate?
The main objective of the airman medical certification program is to safeguard the public and air travellers which includes those who would use their pilot certificate privileges. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) defines a medical certificate as “acceptable evidence of physical fitness on a form prescribed by the Administrator. When using their license to exercise certain privileges, people who are required to possess a medical certificate must always have it on them.”
Prior to requesting an appointment, please complete the form on the FAA MedXpress website here. Please save the application after you submit it and email us a copy to complete your appointment booking.
What is a Aviation Medical Certificate?
The main objective of the airman medical certification program is to safeguard the public and air travellers which includes those who would use their pilot certificate privileges. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) defines a medical certificate as “acceptable evidence of physical fitness on a form prescribed by the Administrator. When using their license to exercise certain privileges, people who are required to possess a medical certificate must always have it on them.”
Prior to requesting an appointment, please complete the form on the FAA MedXpress website here. Please save the application after you submit it and email us a copy to complete your appointment booking.
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Book AppointmentWhy Choose Us?
Dr. Rakesh Patel has been designated by the FAA to be an aeromedical examiner for first, second and third class licenses. With his vast medical experience specializing in family and occupational medicine, Dr.Patel prides himself on providing the highest level of service necessary for FAA medical certification. In addition, for 12 years he served as a medical officer for the Royal Air Force in the UK.
How To Request an Appointment
To request an appointment, please email us a copy of the MedXpress form along with the dates you have your medical booked. Our office team will assist you with booking an appointment.
What can I expect?
Most people are not perfectly fit and healthy. This can be a source of anxiety before an aviation medical examination. The three most important points to remember are:
- Full disclosure of existing health problems is essential
- The purpose of the exam is to protect public safety
- Most people pass the exam in time
How to Prepare for Your Aviation Medical Exam?
During the days leading up to your exam, follow these tips so you will be as prepared as possible:
- Get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid meals with high sugar content as they can affect urinalysis results.
- Refrain from drinking caffeinated beverages or taking stimulant medications (such as decongestants).
- Bring any glasses or corrective lenses you normally wear to your exam.
- If this is NOT your first FAA medical exam and there have been surgeries or other health concerns since your last certificate was issued, bring all related documentation. Any information you have that proves your medical wellbeing can help prevent delays in the AME renewing your medical certificate.
- If you are required to have a ECG as part of your medical, Dr. Patel will arrange this for you separately at your FAA medical exam. This will be undertaken at our preferred nearby location. This will incur a small additional fee and must be completed within 5 days of your medical.
Why Choose Us?
Dr. Rakesh Patel has been designated by the FAA to be an aeromedical examiner for first, second and third class licenses. With his vast medical experience specializing in family and occupational medicine, Dr.Patel prides himself on providing the highest level of service necessary for FAA medical certification. In addition, for 12 years he served as a medical officer for the Royal Air Force in the UK.
How To Request an Appointment
To request an appointment, please email us a copy of the MedXpress form along with the dates you have your medical booked. Our office team will assist you with booking an appointment.
What can I expect?
Most people are not perfectly fit and healthy. This can be a source of anxiety before an aviation medical examination. The three most important points to remember are:
- Full disclosure of existing health problems is essential
- The purpose of the exam is to protect public safety
- Most people pass the exam in time
How to Prepare for Your Aviation Medical Exam?
During the days leading up to your exam, follow these tips so you will be as prepared as possible:
- Get plenty of sleep.
- Avoid meals with high sugar content as they can affect urinalysis results.
- Refrain from drinking caffeinated beverages or taking stimulant medications (such as decongestants).
- Bring any glasses or corrective lenses you normally wear to your exam.
- If this is NOT your first FAA medical exam and there have been surgeries or other health concerns since your last certificate was issued, bring all related documentation. Any information you have that proves your medical wellbeing can help prevent delays in the AME renewing your medical certificate.
- If you are required to have a ECG as part of your medical, Dr. Patel will arrange this for you separately at your FAA medical exam. This will be undertaken at our preferred nearby location. This will incur a small additional fee and must be completed within 5 days of your medical.
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