The green card medical examination is an essential step of the immigration process and is required for most green card applicants. A government-authorized doctor, known as a ‘Civil Surgeon,’ must complete the exam. In the immigration medical exam, you can expect the following:
- A review of your medical history and immunization (vaccine) records
- A physical and mental evaluation
- Drug and alcohol screening
- Tests for various diseases and illnesses (sometimes including an X-ray)