chxrn Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Hello Everyone! I am newly registered to this website though I have been a lurker for the longest time...Anyway I thought of posting so I can gain some insights. I am afraid to submit myself for medicals because of my history of being operated on last Sept 2011 due to Thyroid Ca which was so minute that I did not qualify for a cancer treatment, now the dilemma is I am afraid I will get denied because of that :frown:, although I have been cleared since then..I hope somebody here will share their experience with me..Many thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted March 21, 2013 Share Posted March 21, 2013 Did they stage the cancer? Obviously I'm not an expert but I would of thought someone with Stage I would have more chance than someone with Stage 4. There are a number of us who did get in after having cancer and hopefully you are luckier than us and it won't return. Have you spoke with an agent? Can you get letters from your oncologist stating what your prognosis is? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 Did they stage the cancer? Obviously I'm not an expert but I would of thought someone with Stage I would have more chance than someone with Stage 4. There are a number of us who did get in after having cancer and hopefully you are luckier than us and it won't return. Have you spoke with an agent? Can you get letters from your oncologist stating what your prognosis is? Hi! thanks for your reply, It's actually stage 1, papillary cancer of the thyroid. I have an appointment with my endocrinologist next month and I am hoping I could get a letter from her, she is also a specialist with thyroid cancer patients here in Ireland. I only have daily hormonal tablets and every 3 0r so months blood tests to see if I get enough of the thyroid hormone I am taking. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted March 21, 2013 Author Share Posted March 21, 2013 I also would like to know what documents I have to bring in during the medicals, so I will be able to collect them in time for the check..u see here in ireland its a long que for doctor's appointments..so as to save time I would appreciate any advices. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest The Pom Queen Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 I also would like to know what documents I have to bring in during the medicals, so I will be able to collect them in time for the check..u see here in ireland its a long que for doctor's appointments..so as to save time I would appreciate any advices. What they want to know is how much you are going to cost the government. What the chances are of it returning etc. See if you can get the letter saying it was only a small area that has now been removed and apart from hormonal tablets and quarterly blood tests they cannot see any further treatment being required in the future. They may want to see that you have been clear a few more years yet I don't know that's why I suggest you chat with someone like George Lombard. Are you going to be the main applicant on the visa? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted March 22, 2013 Share Posted March 22, 2013 Have you actually applied for the visa yet? Which visa is it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share Posted March 24, 2013 What they want to know is how much you are going to cost the government. What the chances are of it returning etc. See if you can get the letter saying it was only a small area that has now been removed and apart from hormonal tablets and quarterly blood tests they cannot see any further treatment being required in the future.They may want to see that you have been clear a few more years yet I don't know that's why I suggest you chat with someone like George Lombard. Are you going to be the main applicant on the visa? Hi! yes! I will be the main applicant..i am in the process of getting a letter from the Head and Neck Oncologist who did my surgery in the Phil, and letters from my endocrinologist here in Ireland..who is Geroge Lombard? How will I get in touch with him.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share Posted March 24, 2013 Have you actually applied for the visa yet? Which visa is it? Hi Rupert! I am applying for visa 189, and waiting for a 457 as well if i get lucky... I am waiting for the ANMAC assessment then apply to DIAC. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 George Lombard is an agent who has lots of experience with health issues. You can search for him on this forum or google him. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted March 24, 2013 Author Share Posted March 24, 2013 George Lombard is an agent who has lots of experience with health issues. You can search for him on this forum or google him. Thank you blossom 79 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blossom Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 No problem. :-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lou8670 Posted March 24, 2013 Share Posted March 24, 2013 Have a look at immi website for the health requirements. http://www.immi.gov.au/allforms/health-requirements/meeting-health-req.htm Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted April 23, 2013 Author Share Posted April 23, 2013 What they want to know is how much you are going to cost the government. What the chances are of it returning etc. See if you can get the letter saying it was only a small area that has now been removed and apart from hormonal tablets and quarterly blood tests they cannot see any further treatment being required in the future.They may want to see that you have been clear a few more years yet I don't know that's why I suggest you chat with someone like George Lombard. Are you going to be the main applicant on the visa? Hi! Dis uour medicals get referred after sending in? If so how long did you wait for it to be finalized? thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
littlefoot Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 They may want to see that you have been clear a few more years yet This is my understanding. There is generally a requirement that you have been in remission for five years, I believe. There is an element of discretion, however. If in doubt, consult a reputable, registered agent. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rupert Posted April 23, 2013 Share Posted April 23, 2013 Hi!Dis uour medicals get referred after sending in? If so how long did you wait for it to be finalized? thank you. Waiting times for referred medicals have changed dramatically over the last year or so, it was about two weeks when I applied but it is more like four months now. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysloth Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 Hi everyone, I'm facing a similar situation as Chrxn's and wondering how his visa application process goes. I submitted my application for a Student-Dependant visa early last month and was just told yesterday that Global Health needed more time to further assess my medical status. I'm a stage 2 papillary thyroid carcinoma survivor (undergone surgery and ablation in late 2005 and has successfully passed the five-year grace period). The doctor at the appointed clinic here did not ask much about my medical history, but I told him about my cancer status anyway so he ordered a thyroid blood test for me. Now I'm really afraid my application will be denied. In cases where the Global Health is not sure about the health status of a cancer survivor applicant, will they ask the applicant to undergo more tests, or will they just deny the application without giving the chance to the applicant to prove their current condition? I'd appreciate any comments. Thank you. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fisher1 Posted July 19, 2013 Share Posted July 19, 2013 hi I have no information about the effect of cancer on getting an Australian visa but just wanted to say that my OH survived stage 4 non- hodgekins lymphoma in 1985. I got a job with the EU about four years after the dreaded lurgy had been discovered (& therefore before the magic five years were up) and we were accepted into the EU health insurance scheme once we provided a letter from the oncologist stating that no recurrance was expected. I guess its a little more difficult with Australia visas, but don't let it put you off. Even if you do have to wait five years, its surprising how quickly that passes ... Good luck with it all. PS. My OH celebrated his 63rd birthday this year and WE are hoping to get in to Oz eventually, as parents. Follow your dreams:-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chxrn Posted July 20, 2013 Author Share Posted July 20, 2013 hi happysloth! I have learned from one of the pips here in some thread that she met an applicant ere who had the same prob withus last year but he got the visa a few months back..so I think it really depends on the prognosis.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysloth Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 Fisher1, thanks! Hopefully you and your OH will get into Oz soon Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
happysloth Posted July 24, 2013 Share Posted July 24, 2013 chxrn, so we just have to be patient. Thanks and hope you'll get your visa soon. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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