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My medical days experience

Hi Forumites,

My day started quite early, I was on site at kindu 7:00, ushered into the reception. At around 0800hrs, the councellor called us to follow her to some room.
After the usual concelling we was given consent papers (now, mine was missing) :mad: on my way to the reception to look for it I was told my appointment was badly booked, for April and not March 18th. :mad::mad:
Wow, so the nice receptionist offered to change the dates and i pleaded with her to change to the following day as I had to go back to my regular work schedule.
So, she gladly re-schedules me and I am out of that place by 0900hrs.
Come 19th, I appear very early again (earlier than the previous day) and we sit at some 'hotel site' at the entrance. After sometime the reception is open and they take our papers, take photos of us...blah blah...so the councellor calls us and this time she relieves me the councelling session as I had done it before.
After, we go to the vaccination room, this guys figure how many vaccines you will have. Later, we go to the cashier (i paid like 19K as i had done prior vaccines) now, while seated at the cashier I make friends to two other ladies who are on DV, they did not even know abou the forum;)
However, they promised to join. One has her interview on 26th March and the other 4th April. They did not have as much info as we have (so count yourself lucky) but i assured them all will go well.
Then, we went to the lab, they took our blood samples (luckily it was not much) and the lab techs were super friendly, i remember one telling another how it is not necessary to have me checked syphillis as I cannot have it...very funny, it was not as painful. Later we was ferried to Nairobi hospital. For our chest x-ray.
Now, when we got back to IOM I was informed that to make up for my wasted previous day, all the procedures will be done on one day so i don have to go back the following day :cool:
Most of the people left and I was left with a new ugandan friend. We waitied till 2 p.m. in between i got a call from PAPASAN informing me of his success and i was elated....nways, we went to the doctors lobby at around 2:15 p.m. we were called one by one for physical review, eyes, height, weight...not gruesome.
Then it was time to face the doctor. My doctor was super friendly, she came off as a friend we really chatted and bonded.
She told us to count our blessing for having a center in Nairobi as our brothers and sisters from neighbouring countries got to travel to Nairobi to have the medical services.
So, you strip to the bare minimums, she checks...very politely and gently...then when she is done you leave. In my case I could not leave with the x-ray as it was not ready. After I went for my vaccines and had to stick around with the IOM workers as they monitored my reaction to vaccines (i kidogo react to them) so, in the process i got to interact with most of them and we made friends. Good experience for me.
I was told that I could send someone to pick up for me (I already did today) and am living happily ever after...waiting for my interview. CANT WAIT...
 
HI FORUMMATES,
I call upon all of us to start praying for our hosts to be from now so that God would grant us favor on them upon us. it is not easy to get the hosts we want but by prayers we can move mountains. Good luck everyone!
 
Karendi said:
.... After I went for my vaccines and had to stick around with the IOM workers as they monitored my reaction to vaccines (i kidogo react to them) so, in the process i got to interact with most of them and we made friends. Good experience for me.
I was told that I could send someone to pick up for me (I already did today) and am living happily ever after...waiting for my interview. CANT WAIT...
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Hi, what are the vaccinations they check for and give if you are missing any?
 
Karendi said:
Wah my dear, am about to post my medical experience, I also looked for you; what time was your appointment coz mine was at 7:30 a.m.
I also looked for you and wapi??
Hope you are well though.
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I was with my sons at 6.45 am picked no 84 ticket then proceeded to a counseling meeting one gentleman from uganda and three wariah and lady going to Australia,where you in that group?:(
 
uganda1 said:
Hi, what are the vaccinations they check for and give if you are missing any?
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he following vaccinations are required for immigration purposes:
• Hepatitis A( a must for u to do)
• Hepatitis B( a must for u to do)
• Influenza( a must for u to do)
• Influenza type b (Hib) ( a must for u to do)
• Measles( a must for u to do)
• Meningococcal( a must for u to do)
• Mumps( a must for u to do)
• Penumococcal( 4 older people)
• Pertussis( a must for u to do)
• Polio(not age appropriate)
• Rotavirus(for children it causes diarrhea)
• Rubella(a must)
• Tetanus and diphtheria toxoids(a must)
• Varicella(if u had chicken pox u don’t need this)
 
Hope for today
When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place.It doesn't matter how many say it cannot be done or how many people have tried it before; it's important to realize that whatever you're doing, it's your first attempt at it.:)
 
Got them

We finally got our VISAs. I noticed that from the date our visas were issued which was 27th Feb till 19th March when the new corrected visa was issued they have given out 234 visas. Only that they didnt extend our stay in Kenya it is now 5 months i think oz of our medicals. The first Visa was stamped "CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE". Funny enough they return to you even the note that accompanied your visas to the Consulate Office signed.

My $330 has been utilised well well oooooo coz when you are asked to return the documents to the embassy you dont pay anything at the DHL you just need some DHL Reference No:
 
MaKiki said:
We finally got our VISAs. I noticed that from the date our visas were issued which was 27th Feb till 19th March when the new corrected visa was issued they have given out 234 visas. Only that they didnt extend our stay in Kenya it is now 5 months i think oz of our medicals. The first Visa was stamped "CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE". Funny enough they return to you even the note that accompanied your visas to the Consulate Office signed.

My $330 has been utilised well well oooooo coz when you are asked to return the documents to the embassy you dont pay anything at the DHL you just need some DHL Reference No:
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God is great,all the glory to GOD.
 
MaKiki said:
We finally got our VISAs. I noticed that from the date our visas were issued which was 27th Feb till 19th March when the new corrected visa was issued they have given out 234 visas. Only that they didnt extend our stay in Kenya it is now 5 months i think oz of our medicals. The first Visa was stamped "CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE". Funny enough they return to you even the note that accompanied your visas to the Consulate Office signed.

My $330 has been utilised well well oooooo coz when you are asked to return the documents to the embassy you dont pay anything at the DHL you just need some DHL Reference No:
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This was God given from the day go Makiki..He is a faithful God.
 
nickelly said:
Hope for today
When you feel like giving up, remember why you held on for so long in the first place.It doesn't matter how many say it cannot be done or how many people have tried it before; it's important to realize that whatever you're doing, it's your first attempt at it.:)
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Very encouraging.Thank You.God bless you
 
mashpol said:
HIE FORUMATES. I RECEIVED THIS EMAIL FROM IOM AS REGARDS TO THE MEDICALS AND DECIDED TO SHARE IT WITH YOU.
REMINDER
Please Kindly note that we take appointment upon presentation of the following documents either in hard copy or softcopy (either faxed (254-020-2722818) or scanned and sent via this e-mail - nbomed@iom.int).

1. Copy of valid passport’s bio-data page

2. Your case number /letter from the US consular.

REQUIREMENTS ON THE EXAMINATION DAY/APPOINTMENT DATE


1. Original valid passport or any identification document.

2. Letter from the US Consular that has your Case Number.

3. Two recent passport size photos taken less than six month back( 2” by 2” with a white background) (to be presented on the medical screening day)

4. If you have any vaccination records, x-ray or any medical documents from previous or current health conditions, please bring them with you on your appointment day.

5. If you are coming for medical for the second time (RE-MEDICALS) please carry your previous X-Ray and IOM vaccination certificate issued.

6. If you use spectacles or contact lenses please come with them.

7. Sufficient fund for medical and vaccination fee. The cost of the initial medicals assessment will be USD 138 for adults while a child (below 15 Yrs) is USD 105. In addition to the above flat fee, the additional charges for vaccination will depend on what the panel physician will determine i.e. given your age, sex, medical history, current medical condition, previous vaccinations and etc. It ranges between USD112 to USD294.

8. All payments can be made either in Kenya shillings or US dollars. Paying in US dollars will attract a banking fee of USD5.

9. Kindly note that children between the ages of 2 years to below 15 years will require to do a Tuberculin skin Test (TST) by Mantoux method (administered ONLY on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays) which will be read after 72 hours, i.e. Thursday, Friday and Monday respectively - during the physical examination.

10. Since the entire Health Assessment procedures take TWO days, usually half of each day, please make sure you are prepared for this requirement. Please follow the customer care assistant and counseling section advices for the second day date and time of reporting to the clinic.

11. Escort is not allowed unless the applicant is a minor or needs assistance in mobility issue and/or other health conditions. In this case, more than one escort is not allowed.

12. Clinic will provide interpreters for different languages in the region. Please do not bring an interpreter with you.




VENUE AND TIME:

 Our clinic is located on 4thNgong Avenue next to George Williamson House.

 We open from Monday to Thursday 8am – 5.30pm and Fridays from 8am – 2pm except on public holidays.

 Our telephone numbers for medical appointment bookings are as follows: 0731 - 974031, 0734 - 860686, 0734-860707, 0731-974027, 0722-879680, 0734-444020, 0724-256748. OR landline 254-020-2720060/1, 2723605. You can also send us an email on nbomed@iom.int

 For Information concerning airline tickets to the USA please call 0731- 974010.

 For information concerning your medical results or reports please call 0734-860682

 PLEASE NOTE THAT PARKING FACILITY WILL NOT BE PROVIDED INSIDE THE CLINIC.

 All medical exams will take 2 days to complete and will begin at 7.30am. Families with children between 2 years to below 15 years will have to report back after 72 hours for TST reading and physical exam, (if physical exams have not been performed in the day of TST inoculation

 If the doctor does not require further tests after your exam, you will be given your CXR film on the same day while the medical report including your vaccination certificate will be sent to the embassy the following day. In the event further tests are required, the doctors will advise you when to collect your CXR film. Kindly note you will be given your vaccination certificate at the US embassy when you go for your interview appointment.

 Please do come on time on the day that you are booked.

 Time for booking appointment is after 10 a.m. Monday to Friday. Please do not come early.

Given the information above, kindly send us the documents/information required and confirm which date you would like an appointment.

We advise you book an appointment at least one week PRIOR to your appointment with the embassy, if not earlier.
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Fomogho said:
HI FORUMMATES,
I call upon all of us to start praying for our hosts to be from now so that God would grant us favor on them upon us. it is not easy to get the hosts we want but by prayers we can move mountains. Good luck everyone!
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Thanks for reminding us on that issue,guys start praying you need God's intervention :)
 
HAleluya! Thank you Jesus for you are faithful
MaKiki said:
We finally got our VISAs. I noticed that from the date our visas were issued which was 27th Feb till 19th March when the new corrected visa was issued they have given out 234 visas. Only that they didnt extend our stay in Kenya it is now 5 months i think oz of our medicals. The first Visa was stamped "CANCELLED WITHOUT PREJUDICE". Funny enough they return to you even the note that accompanied your visas to the Consulate Office signed.

My $330 has been utilised well well oooooo coz when you are asked to return the documents to the embassy you dont pay anything at the DHL you just need some DHL Reference No:
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MaKiki said:
After receiving our Visas we realised that my hubby's date of birth was wrongly written so we had to return his visa back to the Consulate Office. It got there than they called him and told him to send his yellow envelope he sent it than after 3 days he was called and was instructed to send all beneficiaries passports and the yellow envelopes as well. It is now more than a week we havent heard from them nor have we received any email about documents on transit.

We are back to squire one, with so many questions why havent they sent our documents back might they change our status???? We are having sleepless nights so far. When you call the office you only listen to machines and follow instructions fo 6 minutes without getting help.

What do i do?
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Makiki, don't worry you will surely have your visas back. I'm sure they have to change every information they have on their database. In Ghana, you are asked to crosscheck every information in the passport and visa before living the counter (CO's desk). As soon as a mistake is detected you give it to them to rectify. They have no choice than to give back your visas. See you in the States.
 
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