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Anaerobic
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Medical clearance question

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Before covid happened, I was going through the application process and had just completed the FEAST test successfully. But nearly 6 months ago, I had a seizure in my sleep. I haven't been diagnosed with epilepsy (yet), but I'm guessing it's coming and my neurologist thinks it will easily be managed with a small dose of mild medication.

My question is should I abandon hope of ever becoming an ATC post-covid? Would this completely disqualify me from passing medical clearance? I'm not entirely sure who I should be asking, whether it's a medical examiner, or Navcanada, or my neurologist. Just curious if I should go through the hoops of the application process for ATC, or if I should instead try for FSS or even something else.

Thanks in advance, and apologies if this should instead have been posted in NavCanada Hiring.
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kevenv wrote: Tue Apr 27, 2021 1:23 pm You might find some info here:

https://tc.canada.ca/en/aviation/public ... #neurology
It would appear the Magic 8 Ball says "Outlook not so good"
Thanks for the link!
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Is there any chance that I might still get medical clearance despite this? A medical examiner, Navcanada, or my neurologist are all possible candidates, but I can't decide which one to consult first. I was wondering whether it would be worth it to go through the hoops of applying for ATC, or if I would be better off trying for FSS or something else entirely.
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Re: Medical clearance question

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freethrowgene wrote: Thu Jan 12, 2023 2:40 am Is there any chance that I might still get medical clearance despite this? A medical examiner, Navcanada, or my neurologist are all possible candidates, but I can't decide which one to consult first. I was wondering whether it would be worth it to go through the hoops of applying for ATC, or if I would be better off trying for FSS or something else entirely.
I think you still have a chance
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