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On this episode, we review updates from the FAA on several topics including new stand down times for traumatic brain injury, the ability to use an optometrist rather than ophthalmologist for certain conditions such as diabetes, and allowable drugs for managing weight loss and for control of allergies.

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On this episode, we review the FAA proposal to drop the requirement for Special Issuance Authorization completely for well-controlled diabetic piloits with management of the condition using oral medication or dietary modification (non-insulin dependent diabetes) -- plus, we cover recent updates from the FAA on certain respiratory conditions such as cystic fibrosis, pulmonary artery hypertension, and pulmonary nodules.

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On this episode, we get to visit with Mayo Clinic's newest FAA Aviation Medical Examiner, Dr. Jacob Berry (call sign "Juice"). Plus, the latest updates from the new FAA disposition table for postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome (POTS).

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On this episode, we provide updates from the FAA on aeromedical certification for various conditions that involve endocrine function within the body.

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On this episode, we discuss topics from mental health initiatives to artificial intelligence being implemented at the FAA with Federal Air Surgeon Dr. Susan Northrup.

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On this episode, we look at updates on medical kits for Part 121 carriers proposed by the FAA as well as a review of disqualifying medications and what to do if your medical certificate inadvertently goes through the washing machine. Plus, a special guest will help guide the podcast.

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On this episode of the podcast, we review the key materials needed to be collected by the pilot in order for a medical certificate to be issued by the FAA after an airman is arrested or convicted for driving under the influence of alcohol or other illicit substances. Will it end your career? Or, with some planning and preparation, can you leave your AME's office with a certificate?

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On this episode, we discuss some of the updates from the latest FAA AME Grand Rounds as it pertains to various heart conditions that might affect you as a pilot.