Last updated Apr 10, 2021 at 5:19PM | Published on Jul 18, 2016 | DOT Exams, Sleep Apnea in Commercial Drivers
Specialty Consults on DOT Physical Close to half of your Commercial DOT Physical examinees have a significant medical condition. Most times is easy enough to request some documentation or needed testing from the primary care treating physician. Examples: You have a...
Last updated Apr 10, 2021 at 5:19PM | Published on May 15, 2015 | DOT Exams
The commercial driver is at an increased risk for developing acute deep vein thrombosis (DVT) due to long hours of sitting as part of the profession. DVT can be the source of pulmonary emboli that can cause gradual or sudden incapacitation or death. DVT is...
Last updated Apr 10, 2021 at 5:19PM | Published on Apr 21, 2015 | DOT Exams
The FMCSA is urging medical examiners to give clear explanations to drivers regarding certification determinations, and to distinguish between what is “required” by regulation and what is recommended as guidelines or best practices. There are only 13...
Last updated Apr 10, 2021 at 5:19PM | Published on Apr 16, 2015 | DOT Exams, Sleep Apnea in Commercial Drivers
Obesity Epidemic in Commercial Drivers Obesity is epidemic in commercial drivers. As a group, they are also getting older, are sedentary, smoke, have poor eating habits, have multiple medical problems including cardiovascular disease and obstructive sleep apnea, and...
Last updated Apr 10, 2021 at 5:19PM | Published on Mar 4, 2015 | Neuro, Occupational Medicine, Stroke
Americans with Disabilities Act – ADA I was asked to do an evaluation for an employee returning to work following a CVA. He operates a tow motor and the employer wants to ensure he will be safe. ADA concerns? The process for these type of evaluations is...
