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    TDRL and Medical Marijuana

    The medications many of us were/are prescribed causes side effects worse than the ailments they treat. That’s then unfortunate truth. Then they prescribe stuff to treat the side effects of other meds. I was able to get off a 20 pill/day regime and use only medical cannabis in a legal FL program...
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    TDRL and Medical Marijuana

    I don’t ask permission to save my life.
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    TDRL and Medical Marijuana

    Joshua James Frey is clear: “Without medical marijuana I would be dead.” This Marine Corps veteran is a two-time Purple Heart awardee. He is among the former warfighters, led by the American Legion, who are on the frontlines of the fight for a sensible, federal medical marijuana policy. They...
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    Ratings increase after I'm on TDRL?

    I would consider getting additional conditions added versus trying to increase mental health%
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Sir, I can't thank you enough for running this excellent forum! I was losing my mind during this process and you guys kept me sane!
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    Ratings increase after I'm on TDRL?

    Hang in there man.. I hope everything works out. Please don't hesitate to reach our for help if you need to. This process is beyond stressful. Gsfowler is correct on ratings.. I recommend you double check the physiological rating scale and determine if you still feel you should be 100%. Be...
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    DDD L5/S1 Herniation

    I just got my ratings! 70% Anxiety, 20% for my back, 40% for my leg; lower left leg rediculopothy, weakness and minor nerve damage effecting strength ROM and causing pain... All ratings I remember off hand are: - 70% Generalized Anxiety Disorder (listed as unfitting) it effects every aspect...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Update: 30 Oct 17- I got my proposed ratings! 90% AF and 90% VA TDRL I accepted them on the spot and don’t regret doing so. I am beyond thankful for the help this forum provided and all the support from friends and family. Retirement date of 28 Dec 17. MEB started December of 2016... I will be...
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    This MEB has ruined my life/career

    I hope things turn around for you. Don't let that MEB discourage you from getting mental health help if you truly need it. Hang in there man, there's people who care. And I can relate as well.
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    There's a few (a lot..) of points I'd like to mention... BLUFF: you can promote during MEB, Apply for AFW2 and SSDI *Takes deep breath before rant* I'll mention for others who don't know.. "Can I promote while undergoing an MEB or PEB?" ...Short answer is "Yes". Long answer: I can't tell...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Jason, As always you are absolutely right in my opinion. For me specifically, I have already had my NARUMs, my CC Impact Letter, and C&P Evals. Thankfully, my new Commander knows me better than my last commander. I'm in a small tight knit unit. It is all officers and civilians with the...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Some tips I've learned while undoing an MEB: So I just recently got back from an Air Force Wounded Warrior (AFW2) CARE Event.. There, I received training and became an AFW2 Mentor for other wounded warriors.. I identified a disturbing trend in which Recovering Service Members (RSMs) were...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Absolutely accurate.. I called Providence, and my PEBLO. Apparently QTCs suspense was 23 July 17... and they didn't get my exam records to the VA. As of 18 Aug 17 the VA still hasn't received my records and my PEBLO said he'd call his VA contact and have her contact QTC to get an update...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    As of 19 Jul 17, I've completed all of my C&P evaluations. I had a total of 3 appointments in 3 different locations. at two of the three appointments I saw two different doctors in the same office. From my impression on them I feel they'll write a fair and accurate evaluation on my conditions...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Hopefully 4-6months from now (or sooner!!!) this is all over and I can look back at this almost like a journal and laugh at how stressed out I was. And better yet, I'll have received a far rating and enjoying going to college full time and seeing family and friends more often... one can hope:)...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Really been through a lot lately. Back in mid April-mid May I was in Inpatient psychiatric care for 34 days... while in there at some point I called the MEB Office and was informed The IRILO determined Full MEB/PEB necessary and then once I got out the hospital I met my PEBLO, approximately...
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Smart man! Lol, I just got my NARSUM from my PCM, now waiting on mental health to finish theirs and CC letter. Slowly moving along!
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Good luck with everything, this process is a pain... that is for sure.
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    NARSUM and CC letter still not completed... I've inquired with the MEB office, PCM, and even the MDOS/CC... this is moving slow!
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    Help! Not sure what step I'm at?

    Update: Was sent to inpatient psychiatric treatment for over a week and a half, twice. This was due to suicidal ideations. I am on new medication and stabilized. No thoughts of wanting to harm myself or others. Feeling positive. My PCM stated that because of that, my Generalized Anxiety...
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