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Keith Roxo - Wingman Med
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Medical issues are a constant threat to a pilot’s profession. So today we have Keith Roxo from Wingmen Med on the show. Keith is a board-certified aerospace medicine physician who started his career in the military as a pilot. Wingmen Med’s goal is to keep you flying whenever possible. They are pilots helping pilots from a place of understanding and experience. This episode is all of the things you need to know about your medicals as you transition from the military to the commercial airlines.
4:33 - things to consider when transitioning from military-medical to commercial medical
7:50 - how does VA disability affect your FAA Medical?
10:54 - how to handle if you discover you have made a mistake on your FAA Medical?
12:15 - three possible outcomes from your AME
19:24 - the difference between a military flight surgeon and an FAA doctor
26:44 - finding an AME who can help with drugs/alcohol or mental health complications
31:33 - doctor-patient confidentiality with Wingmen Med
35:55 - how to handle minor injuries or illnesses that go away quickly
38:39 - FAA Medical concerns for pilots over the age of 40
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(0:00) Introduction and guest introduction: Keith Roxo from Wingman Med (3:19) The mission of Wingman Med and how it supports pilots (5:08) Importance of honesty during FAA medical exams and dealing with VA disability (12:06) Understanding outcomes of FAA medical exams and dealing with chronic conditions (16:47) When and why to reach out to Wingman Med (18:51) Differences between a military flight doc and an FAA AME (22:28) Tips on finding a good AME and the role of a HIM's AME (27:22) Addressing mental health and other non-acute medical concerns in pilots (31:45) Confidentiality and relationship with Wingman Med (35:30) Importance of awareness of medication effects and reporting minor injuries or illnesses (38:18) Health considerations for pilots as they age and the importance of preventative care (42:04) Contacting Wingman Med for advice and consultations (43:05) End of podcast and announcements of upcoming events