OCS 03Nov2023 SNA/SNFO Board

[exNavyOffRec]

Thanks for the correction on the retention issues, I wasn’t aware of that.

It is a common misunderstanding, in a way if talking about enlisted it can be fixed by recruiting more.

 

[Tyr]

Fellas, do you think I can get a medical waiver in time for Nov 3rd? Made the stupid mistake of saying I sometimes take melatonin at MEPS which DQ'd me as having insomnia. Apparently easily waivably. Recruiter and I sent out a request to get it waived immediately (God bless that man) and I'm seeing a primary care physician next week to basically confirm what I already know- I don't have insomnia. Fingers crossed this gets run through the chain fairly quickly.

 

[pcola478]

Fellas, do you think I can get a medical waiver in time for Nov 3rd? Made the stupid mistake of saying I sometimes take melatonin at MEPS. Recruiter and I sent out a request to get it waived immediately (God bless that man) and I'm seeing a primary care physician next week to basically confirm what I already know- I don't have insomnia. Fingers crossed this gets run through the chain fairly quickly.

They’re THAT bad at MEPS? I go tomorrow. Probably going to need a waiver for one thing, as well.

 

[Tyr]

They’re THAT bad at MEPS? I go tomorrow. Probably going to need a waiver for one thing, as weYep,

Yep. I've been slapping myself on the forehead since. Luck of the Irish eh? If they don't ask, don't tell. Basically. Be honest if they do ask about something though

 

[exNavyOffRec]

Fellas, do you think I can get a medical waiver in time for Nov 3rd? Made the stupid mistake of saying I sometimes take melatonin at MEPS which DQ'd me as having insomnia. Apparently easily waivably. Recruiter and I sent out a request to get it waived immediately (God bless that man) and I'm seeing a primary care physician next week to basically confirm what I already know- I don't have insomnia. Fingers crossed this gets run through the chain fairly quickly.

The answer is maybe, it really depends what N3M wants, they could just say "waived" or they could say you need a consult, if you need a consult you are at the mercy of when the contracted doctor has an opening.

I understand why the doctor did what he did as so many people I know have mentioned having a hard time sleeping to their doctor and the first thing they are told to try is melatonin.

 

[Tyr]

The answer is maybe, it really depends what N3M wants, they could just say "waived" or they could say you need a consult, if you need a consult you are at the mercy of when the contracted doctor has an opening.

I understand why the doctor did what he did as so many people I know have mentioned having a hard time sleeping to their doctor and the first thing they are told to try is melatonin.

Damn. Welp, I’m hoping. The letter we sent out basically said that I don’t suffer from sleeping issues and I only take melatonin on occasion, rather than as a solution to an issue. Hopefully that’s good enough. Yup, I don’t blame the doctor. He seemed hopeful I’d get a waiver. It’s just this timing

 

[Anthony2000]

Yep. I've been slapping myself on the forehead since. Luck of the Irish eh? If they don't ask, don't tell. Basically. Be honest if they do ask about something though

They’ll find it, been there done that. First questions in the CMOs office “how’s your back today interesting you didn’t mention it”

It was a misdiagnosis so I didn’t feel the need to mention it but they found it.

Everything I had got waived and it was a list and a half. For example rhinoplasty for broken nose, stress fractures, concussion, played HS and a little college ball so been banged up a bit.

All of it got waived some didn’t require a consult. Hopefully that sheds some light!

 

[Tyr]

Looks like I'm not gonna have my stuff figured out for this class. Should have everything good to go for the Feb 2024 board. Best of luck to you all!

 

[pcola478]

So I just drafted a letter to my local congressman in an effort to obtain a letter of recommendation for my application package. I then realized he's been in the news a lot lately with some negative allegations and he's not being regarded in a positive light. My question is...
Would having a LOR from a congressperson carry weight in a good way, regardless of the politics? Seems like they all could be regarded negatively from one side or the other...
Or should I steer clear?

 

[Anthony2000]

So I just drafted a letter to my local congressman in an effort to obtain a letter of recommendation for my application package. I then realized he's been in the news a lot lately with some negative allegations and he's not being regarded in a positive light. My question is...
Would having a LOR from a congressperson carry weight in a good way, regardless of the politics? Seems like they all could be regarded negatively from one side or the other...
Or should I steer clear?

My recruiter said 3 LORs from Naval Aviators, 2 LORs from a boss/coach, etc

Congressional appointments is when they only really matter the most but don’t worry about that.

An LOR from a Naval Aviator would carry more weight that a congressman IMO

 

[pcola478]

My recruiter said 3 LORs from Naval Aviators, 2 LORs from a boss/coach, etc

Congressional appointments is when they only really matter the most but don’t worry about that.

An LOR from a Naval Aviator would carry more weight that a congressman IMO

I know a ton of naval aviators but not of very high rank, so I didn't think those mattered much. I do have one Army Colonel willing to write one, a former Navy helo guy I work with, and a former paramedic partner. Just figured I'd gather as much as I can. Thanks for your fast response!

 

[Anthony2000]

I know a ton of naval aviators but not of very high rank, so I didn't think those mattered much. I do have one Army Colonel willing to write one, a former Navy helo guy I work with, and a former paramedic partner. Just figured I'd gather as much as I can. Thanks for your fast response!

Yeah most congressmen won’t write them to be honest with you. I reached out to my state senator who was a former Naval Aviator got no response. My states former senator was the first female combat Air Force pilot and she respectfully declined but it was nice speaking with her.

 

[exNavyOffRec]

So I just drafted a letter to my local congressman in an effort to obtain a letter of recommendation for my application package. I then realized he's been in the news a lot lately with some negative allegations and he's not being regarded in a positive light. My question is...
Would having a LOR from a congressperson carry weight in a good way, regardless of the politics? Seems like they all could be regarded negatively from one side or the other...
Or should I steer clear?

When going for aviation LOR's are essentially worthless, it would be better to study in case you need to retake the ASTB, that is what really matters.

 

[Krausss]

Can anyone show me where they found the date of this board. I was unaware that the October 30th board got cancelled and wanted to see the FY 24 dates.

 

[jgeraghty]

Can anyone show me where they found the date of this board. I was unaware that the October 30th board got cancelled and wanted to see the FY 24 dates.

Commissioning Programs

FY24 Board Schedule on the right-hand side should have everything.