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Medical clearance is necessary

Clearance may be granted at several points in the process:

1. Most applicants receive full medical clearance prior to conference.

2. Some applicants are cleared to come to screening conference only, and then cannot move forward in the process until our doctors have indicated so in writing.

3. After conference, medical clearance may be withdrawn, and applicants cannot move toward orientation until various issues have been resolved.

The Medical Office will also work with you regarding other issues that require additional information for our doctors, to make an informed decision about your medical clearance.

The IMB Missionary Health Department:
Toll free - (800) 999-3113, ext. 1304
Fax - (804) 254-8978

 

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