Wondering if I have a shot of potentially getting a Return to Duty on my MEB/PEB. I am a 3P0X1 working back office and have been in for 2 years. Trying to fight my MEB
Currently I have a MEB for my scoliosis of the lumbar spine for a 40 degree curvature. It started when I went to OST just to document some minor back pain to which the Captain said I could have some minor scoliosis which I have no prior knowledge or documentation of. He asked if I wanted an X-ray to which I said yes without thinking much of it. Little did I know that this opened up a case where from this one X-ray I have a 40 degree curve which is a disqualifier for not only my career field but also the Air Force. I haven't experienced any serious pain since then and it doesn't hinder me from my work but they decided even with my commander putting a comment for me to retrain they went forward with the MEB.
I am in the early stage where I have VA appointments but I haven't claimed anything other than my scoliosis and my hearing. I made sure to tell every medical person I had to meet with that I am still able to do my job and that I do not have any issues with my back. I even got a letter of recommendation from my commander saying that I should be retrained and that I am an asset worth retaining. Currently I'm trying to find an answer or if someone has a similar situation to mine where they fought to stay and potentially won. I know it may seem unorthodox but I at least want to retrain into a job like admin or supply. I do understand I brought this upon myself and I could medically retire but I am dead set on staying in. Other than this is a disqualifier according to the AFI I don't see why I can't just retrain and be on a waiver.
I have done everything in my power so far to hopefully get the approval of the board to let me continue my service. All I am waiting for right now is for all my paperwork to get set up to the board and hopefully I do not have to appeal. If anyone has any advice or information that could help me I would really appreciate it.
Currently I have a MEB for my scoliosis of the lumbar spine for a 40 degree curvature. It started when I went to OST just to document some minor back pain to which the Captain said I could have some minor scoliosis which I have no prior knowledge or documentation of. He asked if I wanted an X-ray to which I said yes without thinking much of it. Little did I know that this opened up a case where from this one X-ray I have a 40 degree curve which is a disqualifier for not only my career field but also the Air Force. I haven't experienced any serious pain since then and it doesn't hinder me from my work but they decided even with my commander putting a comment for me to retrain they went forward with the MEB.
I am in the early stage where I have VA appointments but I haven't claimed anything other than my scoliosis and my hearing. I made sure to tell every medical person I had to meet with that I am still able to do my job and that I do not have any issues with my back. I even got a letter of recommendation from my commander saying that I should be retrained and that I am an asset worth retaining. Currently I'm trying to find an answer or if someone has a similar situation to mine where they fought to stay and potentially won. I know it may seem unorthodox but I at least want to retrain into a job like admin or supply. I do understand I brought this upon myself and I could medically retire but I am dead set on staying in. Other than this is a disqualifier according to the AFI I don't see why I can't just retrain and be on a waiver.
I have done everything in my power so far to hopefully get the approval of the board to let me continue my service. All I am waiting for right now is for all my paperwork to get set up to the board and hopefully I do not have to appeal. If anyone has any advice or information that could help me I would really appreciate it.