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pppatacki · November 17th, 2009, 13:12

Doc,

I got the second letter back from the FAA, this time it states "If your condition improves and your physician recommends discontinuation of the medication, after you have been off medication for 90 days and have remained symptom free during that time, we will be glad to give your request for medical certification further consideration"

Ok, somewhat clear. I need to be off the medication for 90 days and get an update from the doc. They didn't list specific tests but did say they need all records including diagnosis, prognosis, follow-up plan and treatment records.

Here are my questions. I am in the process of weaning myself of the meds (3 weeks in so far).

1. Should I see a psychiatrist now before I am completely off the meds or wait the 90 days first?

2. Since I do not have a current Psychiatrist (He retired), as I look for one to go to, what should I be looking for as far as abilities to help with the FAA? Can you recommend one in Minnesota?

3. The FAA doesn't specify so am I better going to a Psychiatrist or Physiologist for the FAA.

Thanks in advance for your time.

November 17th, 2009, 13:12	#33
pppatacki Newbie Join Date: Oct 2009 Location: Minneapolis Posts: 18	Re: 9 years on Citalopram Doc, I got the second letter back from the FAA, this time it states "If your condition improves and your physician recommends discontinuation of the medication, after you have been off medication for 90 days and have remained symptom free during that time, we will be glad to give your request for medical certification further consideration" Ok, somewhat clear. I need to be off the medication for 90 days and get an update from the doc. They didn't list specific tests but did say they need all records including diagnosis, prognosis, follow-up plan and treatment records. Here are my questions. I am in the process of weaning myself of the meds (3 weeks in so far). 1. Should I see a psychiatrist now before I am completely off the meds or wait the 90 days first? 2. Since I do not have a current Psychiatrist (He retired), as I look for one to go to, what should I be looking for as far as abilities to help with the FAA? Can you recommend one in Minnesota? 3. The FAA doesn't specify so am I better going to a Psychiatrist or Physiologist for the FAA. Thanks in advance for your time.