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Q. What is the best way to get hold of Birth Registration? A. Via email: usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-rhc-e.mbx.lrmc-birth-registration@mail.mil
Q. When is the best time to complete Pre-Birth registration? A. Anytime after 30 weeks, but earlier if preferred.
Q. What documents are required for Pre-Birth registration appointment? A. Military ID Card(s), Passports, Marriage Certificate (if applicable), Birth Certificates (if no passport), *Proof of 5 years Physical presence in the United States (2 yrs needing to be after the age of 14) and the AE 40-400B section 2 completed *please see information on this in further FAQs
Q. What is Birth Registration and who is it for? A. Birth Registration is a part of the AE 40-400 Regulation. It is required to register your child with the US Department of State and the local German Rathaus in the town your child was born. Aside from the requirement, we offer our “moms to be” the service of completing their medical records prior to delivery day. We also gather the required information needed to complete the AE 40-400B.
Q. How do I get the AE 40-400B after my baby is born? A. There are a few ways to get your AE 40-400B. * During your stay on the Mother/Baby Ward, Birth Registration will visit the ward during business hours (if Pre registration was completed) to deliver a 1st draft AE40-400B for review. * Before or after the Baby’s 1st Well Check Up stop by Birth Registration on Walk-In Days for Post-registration Packet and enroll the child in DEERS (if Pre-registration was completed) * If Pre –registration was NOT completed, please come by with the required documents along with the AE40-400B on one of our walk-in days to complete the Birth Registration process
Q. What does the U.S. Physical Presence requirement mean and to whom does it apply? A. The US Department of State requires all parents to supply proof of living in the US for at least 5 years and with 2 of those 5 years being after the age of 14. This can be an ERB/ORB/SURF, High School Diploma, College Diploma, Tax Returns. It is part of the Consular Report of Birth Abroad (CRBA) application.
Q. If my child is born in Germany is U.S. citizenship automatic? A. This answer is very subjective. As a general rule, citizenship is passed from Mother to infant. If the mother is not a US citizen, or cannot prove 5 years physical presence in the US, then the citizenship requirement will fall to the Father. If neither can prove the 5 year physical presence rule; citizenship comes into question. It is best to speak with a Passport Agent or an Immigrations Officer at the Frankfurt US Consulate.
Q. Why does my child need a German birth certificate and where do I apply for one? A. The AE 40-400 Regulation requires all service members receive a German Birth Certificate for a child born in Europe The application is taken at the German Rathaus in which the child was born (i.e. LRMC= Landstuhl Rathaus) The Landstuhl Rathaus can be reached at 06371 83223 or 06371 83123. They are open 0900-1200.
LRMC does not issue birth certificates, but we do issue a report of live birth that the U.S. Consulate uses to issue a Report of Live Birth, or FS-240.
The FS-240 is valid in all U.S. States and Territories as the equivalent of a birth certificate. To obtain a copy, follow the instructions at the U.S. Department of State at: https://travel.state.gov/content/passports/en/abroad/events-and-records/birth/replace-or-amend-consular-report-of-birth-abroad.html
The American consulate is the only agency abroad that can issue an American Birth Certificate and Passport. However, your Regional Personnel Center can assist and must collect, verify and forward all requests to the American Consulate.
To request records by email from LRMC Medical Records Office, please download and complete DD Form 2870 which can be found at http://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/forms/dd/dd2870.pdf.
Please include a legible email address on DD Form 2870. The records will be sent to your email address in a PDF format with password protection. Scan the signed documents for the request and email them, encrypted if possible, along with a copy of the front and back of the requestor's ID (it cannot be a DOD ID Card) to:Â usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-ermc.list.lrmc-pad-correspondence-req@mail.mil.
Upon receipt, we will acknowledge receipt of your request via email and begin the processing. Normal processing time is 30 working days or less. The records will be sent to the email address you include on DD Form 2870, it will be in a PDF format with password protection. A separate email with the password will be sent to you so you may access your records.
For more information on locating your medical records, please call LRMC Outpatient Records Room at DSN 314-590-5204 or Commercial from the U.S. 011-49-6371-9464-5204 or email usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-ermc.list.lrmc-pad-correspondence-req@mail.mil.
All of our open vacancies are announced on www.USAJobs.gov. In addition, below are some helpful resources to guide you through the federal employment application process.
USAjobs.gov youtube channel links
USAJobs How To Page:Â https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/
The U.S. Army Medical Command also maintains a centralized recruitment cell for most of our clinical vacancies. The same information is on USAJobs.gov, but this gives a narrower scope if we have a provider/clinician looking for work. https://civilianmedicaljobs.comÂ
Join the Army as a Health Professional Soldier, visit the Landstuhl Medical Recruiting Station webpage.
For assistance with verifying former privileged providers of Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, please contact:
LRMC Credentials Office Unit 33100 APO AE 09180-3460
DSN 314-590-6127 Commercial: 011-49-6371-9464-6127 usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-ermc.list.lrmc-creds@mail.milÂ
If you have a referral from a Host Nation Provider and would like to be seen at LRMC, please contact us at usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-ermc.list.lrmc-referral-management@mail.mil or by phone at DSN 590-4830/Commercial 06371-9464-4830.
For more background information, please see our release below: Increased opportunities for surgical procedures are currently available at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center for retirees, DOD civilian employees, and family members.
"When the conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan were busy, our focus was treating Wounded Warriors arriving at LRMC from theater," said Col. (Dr.) Brian Sonka, Chief of the Division of Surgery at LRMC. "Now that the flow of patients has thankfully slowed down from the Middle East, Landstuhl wants to allow greater access to care to our beneficiaries and the opportunity to keep our surgeons gainfully employed."
The surgical specialties at LRMC include orthopedic surgery, ophthalmology, general surgery, neurosurgery, spine surgery, plastic surgery, urology, obstetrics & gynecology, ear/nose/throat surgery, oral surgery, occupational and physical therapy.  “There is a lot of capability at Landstuhl and our surgeons have years of experience dealing with complex trauma and surgical cases from the Middle East, Africa and Eurasia,” said Capt. Rob Davis, Chief of LRMC Managed Care.
“We want to capitalize on maintaining these skill sets and providing a high level of care to the retirees and DoD Civilians in the Kaiserslautern Military Community that support the Active Duty population and their families every day.”
The change is especially significant for DOD civilian employees and retirees whose German doctor refers them to a surgical specialist. In most cases, Dr. Sonka said that retirees and DoD Civilians can be seen at LRMC for surgical consultation unless the patient has a problem that requires a specialty or capability not available at LRMC. Other specialties such as dermatology, endocrinology, rheumatology and gastroenterology would be determined on a case-by-case basis.
How does this work? How do I access LRMC if I am seeing a Host Nation Provider?
If a retiree or DoD Civilian is seeing a Host Nation Provider for primary care and has a specialty care referral, they can either call the LRMC TRICARE Office at DSN 590-4830/Commercial 06371-9464-4830 and ask for Referral Management or they can bring their referral to the LRMC TRICARE Office in person in Bldg. 3744 (near the AAFES Gas Station) at LRMC.Â
The LRMC Referral Management team at the TRICARE Office will work with the clinics and/or surgeons at LRMC and facilitate the care if appropriate. The LRMC Referral Management team can take referrals in German as well. There is no need to have them translated before contacting the LRMC TRICARE Office.
For students who are affiliated with the U.S. Department of Defense and studying in the United States and interested in an externship/clinical rotation at Landstuhl Regional Medical Center, please contact:
Externships/Clinical Rotations for Non-Privileged Providers ***Top priority placement goes to active duty military personnel*** Education Division usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-rhc-e.list.lrmc-education-opportunities@health.mil
Medical Students/PA/NP/Residents/Fellows usarmy.landstuhl.medcom-rhc-e.list.lrmc-education-opportunities@health.mil
Journalists should always work with our Public Affairs Office with queries or to coordinate interviews.
Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Public Affairs Office Open Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m.
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After hours, please call the Staff Duty Desk and ask that they provide your contact info to the Public Affairs Officer.
Patient Status Updates for Journalists
Patient safety and privacy are top priorities so we strictly follow HIPAA and Privacy Act laws regarding the release of patient information.
Following a request for patient status that includes the patient’s full name, we can confirm if the patient is here, provide a one-word patient status and their location within the hospital. Patients also have the right to ask that their information not be shared.
We use standard language acceptable under HIPAA laws and American Hospital Association guidelines to describe patient conditions. They are:
Frequently Asked Questions:
Q. How does CT work? A. CT is one of many different modalities within a radiology department that provides a diagnostic imaging service. Similar to X-ray, CT uses ionizing radiation to produce images. CT is capable of not only imaging bone but many of the soft tissues of your body as well. Depending on your specific medical history, CT may be the most appropriate type of diagnostic/medical imaging. Often times, CT can be confused with MRI because of the similar appearance of the two sections' machines. Q. My exam was ordered today. Why can't I schedule my appointment? A. All orders are reviewed daily by a radiologist, and the appropriate CT exam is approved/selected based on your specific medical history. As some exams take longer than others, we want to ensure we have enough time to complete your evaluation. We ask that you provide at least one full business day for this to occur. Occasionally, the Radiologist must discuss your case with your Doctor, and this may take additional time. Q. Are walk-in CT examinations available? A. All CT examinations are conducted on a referral basis by an order from your Doctor. Occasionally we have cancellations and may have space available. Q. Why do I have to come to my appointment X minutes early? A. There are a variety of reasons why we may ask you to come early to your CT exam appointment. Depending on the specific CT exam that is ordered for you, we may ask you to come in early to pick up oral contrast that will need to be consumed prior to your CT exam or to have a metabolic panel processed by the LRMC Outpatient Laboratory. Additionally, a CT technologist will conduct a pre-scan consent and questionnaire with you before beginning the exam. Q. What is "oral contrast" and how do I know if I am required to consume it before my CT exam? A. Oral contrast is a liquid solution that is drunk in a specific manner before your CT appointment. Oral contrast is usually consumed before an abdominal CT exam. To put it simply, the oral contrast allows the physicians who will view the images of your CT exam to better visualize the soft tissues of your digestive tract. When you call to schedule your CT examination, one of our scheduling personnel will inform you if you will be required to drink oral contrast prior to your CT exam. Q. Are there any side effects from drinking this oral contrast? A. In general, no. Oral contrast is processed through your digestive tract in a similar manner as food and water. Occasionally, the oral contrast can cause light to mild nausea but this is uncommon. Please ask your healthcare provider if you would like to know more about this topic. Q. How do I obtain the oral contrast if I am required to drink it before my CT exam? A. Once we have confirmed that oral contrast is required for your CT exam, you can stop by the radiology scheduling desk to obtain paperwork to pick up the oral contrast. This paperwork also includes specific instructions on how to consume the oral contrast. You will take the paperwork to the outpatient pharmacy and pick up the oral contrast there. This can be done at any point before your scheduled CT exam. Q. My provider told me that I would or might be receiving "IV Contrast" for my CT. What is that? A. IV Contrast is a solution that is somewhat similar to the oral contrast mentioned above. It is an iodine based substance used as a material to help us visualize many different blood vessels and soft tissues in the area of your body being examined. IV contrast is administered by an injection into one of the veins of your arms. Q. Are there any health concerns with receiving IV contrast? A. There are several medical conditions that can conflict with the administration of CT IV contrast. Before any exam where IV contrast is administered, a CT tech will ask you a series of questions about these medical conditions to ensure that you can safely receive the contrast. We may also ask you to have a blood sample taken and processed by the LRMC Lab prior to your scheduled CT exam to ensure your safety. Q. I've heard that it's possible to have an allergic reaction to CT IV contrast. Is this true? A. Yes, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to the CT IV contrast; however, it is very uncommon. In the unlikely event that you do have an allergic reaction, it is usually a mild reaction such as itching or minor swelling of tissue around the IV. The American College of Radiology has found that severe allergic reactions only occur in approximately 1 out of every 10,000 patients. Our CT staff is trained on the course of actions to take to quickly administer medication should you suffer from an allergic reaction. Important: If you know that you have an allergy to CT IV contrast from a previous examination, PLEASE INFORM YOUR HEALTHCARE PROVIDER. Your healthcare provider will consult with Radiology to determine the proper course of action, and, if necessary, pre-medicate you before undergoing the CT examination. Q. I will be receiving both oral and IV contrast for my exam. Why do I need both? A. In many different CT examinations, both type of contrast are used to enhance the imaging for the area of your body that is being scanned. This is very common and each type of contrast serves a specific purpose to enhance the CT images. Q. Should I be concerned if I have any metal surgical hardware in my body? A. CT machines do not utilize any magnetic waves/magnetism to acquire images. Surgical hardware or devices will not affect your CT examination. Q. What if I cannot arrive to my appointment on time? A. You should call as soon as possible. This will allow us to try and switch your time with someone else. If you do not inform the front desk, and you do not arrive within 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment, your slot may be given to someone else. Q. What if my examination slot is given to someone else? A. We will attempt to provide you with an alternate slot the same day, although another same-day slot may not be available. Also, keep in mind that this slot may be much later in the day. Otherwise, you will have to reschedule on a different day. Q. Is there anything special I need to do to prepare for my exam? A. To minimize delay time and expedite your scan, it is advised to wear clothing that does not contain any metal (zippers, buttons, jewelry, etc.) over the area of your body that will be examined. If you are unable to do this, you may be asked to change into a gown or scrubs provided by the CT section. Additionally, if it has been confirmed that you will be receiving either oral or IV contrast (or both) we ask that you do not eat anything more than a light snack during the two hours leading up to your scheduled CT exam. Q. What can I expect on the day of my examination? A. Approximately 15 minutes prior to your examination, a CT technologist will conduct a brief questionnaire with you regarding your medical history. Once the pre-exam questionnaire is complete, the technologist will proceed with the CT examination. If your CT exam requires the administration of IV contrast, the CT technologist will place an IV in a suitable vein in one of your arms before starting the exam. Q. What happens during my examination? A. You will be placed onto the CT machine's table and moved into the CT Gantry, a circular "donut-shaped" machine that acquires the CT images. The table will quickly move you in then out of the machine to acquire a pre-scan "scout image" or X-ray of the general area of the body that is about to be scanned. At this point, if IV contrast is required, it will be administered through the arm IV placed immediately before the examination. The IV contrast typically takes about 20 to 60 seconds to be injected into your bloodstream, at which point you will pass through the gantry one final time while it acquires the CT images. Q. How long does an examination typically last? A. An average CT exam (not including the pre-exam preparations) lasts between 3 to 10 minutes. Q. What if I am getting more than one body part examined on one day? A. In most cases, this is not an issue. CT examinations of different body parts can usually be performed together or back to back with no complications. There are uncommon instances where multiple CT exams of different parts of the body cannot be performed at the same time or same day. Q. Is there anything else important that I should be aware of during my examination? A. The two most important things for you to remember are lying perfectly still and letting the technologist know if there is anything wrong or anything concerning you. Q. I came to my appointment on time, but my examination was delayed, why? A. Fortunately, this is the exception. However, if this happens to you, we apologize and thank you for your patience. This rare event happens for one of two main reasons: a mechanical or maintenance concern, or an emergency request for another patient. Q. How and when do I get my results? A. The results are sent electronically to your Doctor. For routine examinations, this process usually takes 1-2 normal business days. Q. Why do I need to bring my prior examination film or discs and my results? A. This is very important to see how your medical condition has changed. Also, if this is done prior to your exam being done, we can review your prior examination and specialize your current examination if needed.
Q. How and when do I get my results? A. The results are sent electronically to your provider. For routine examinations, this process usually takes 1-2 normal business days. Q. Why do I need to bring my prior examination film or discs and my results? A. This is very important to see how your medical condition has changed. Also, if this is done prior to your exam being done, we can review your prior examination and adjust your current examination if needed. Q. Are walk-in examinations available? A. All MRI examinations are conducted on a referral basis by an order from your medical provider. All MRI exams will require an appointment. Q. Why do I have to come to my appointment early? A. This is critical to ensure there is sufficient time to complete the safety screening process and to make sure it is safe to do your exam. Additionally, some exams may require certain medications to be taken at specific intervals prior to your exam. Q. What if I cannot arrive to my appointment on time? A. You should call as soon as possible. This will allow us to try and switch your time with someone else. If you do not inform the front desk, and you do not arrive within 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment, your appointment may have to be rescheduled. Q. What if my appointment is given to someone else? A. We will attempt to provide you with an alternate time the same day, although another same-day slot may not be available. Also, keep in mind that this slot may be much later in the day. If there are no same-day appointments available, you will have to reschedule on a different day. Q. What if I miss my second appointment? A. You may be required to bring a memorandum from your Commander explaining the circumstances of your prior missed appointments or discuss your situation with the clinic Officer in Charge (OIC) prior to being allowed to reschedule a third appointment. Q. How does MRI work? A. They are very complex machines that use extremely powerful superconductive magnets and radio-frequency pulses to take pictures of the tissues inside of your body. Q. Is there anything special I need to do to prepare for my exam? A. Maybe. All abdominal exams require you to eat or drink nothing for 6 hours prior to the start of your examination. Additionally, you may require medications or certain laboratory tests prior to your exam. Contact the department for specific details pertaining to your exam. Q. What can I expect on the day of my examination? A. You will complete a screening form, review the screening form with the MR Tech and change into scrubs. Immediately prior to the MR exam, the technologist will provide an overview of the MR process. You will be asked to remove any metal objects such as jewelry or non-permanent dentures and placed in the dressing room locker for safe keeping. Any metal object might be attracted to the MR scanner's magnet, and thereby hinder the procedure and endanger your safety. Bank cards and credit cards are also restricted from the scan room, as the magnetic field can erase the information contained on them. As a final precaution, you will be asked a series of questions to ensure there are no other metal or electrical objects we should address. Q. What happens during my examination? A. You will be given hearing protection as it is loud during the examination and placed into a coil, which is a device that fits over or around the body part being imaged. Then you will go into the MRI machine. The MRI machine is motion sensitive; please remember to hold still during the examination. Q. How long does an examination typically last? A. Most examinations take about 30 minutes, although some examinations may take an hour or more. Occasionally these may need to be scheduled on separate days. Q. What if I am getting more than one body part examined on one day? A. Each exam will take 30 minutes on average and some additional time between examinations may be required to move the coils. Q. Is there anything else important during my examination? A. The two most important things for you to remember are lying perfectly still and letting the technologist know if there is anything wrong or anything concerning you. Q. What is the loud noise? A. In short: changing sound pressure levels that cause vibrations inside the machine. Q. What if I have an implanted surgical device? A. We will need to know as much information as possible about the device to include the manufacturer, device, model number and serial number. More and more new devices are MRI safe, but many older devices can cause serious injury or death if exposed to the powerful magnets of the MRI. Q. What if I have metal or shrapnel inside my body? A. Generally, if we are concerned we will take X-rays or review old X-rays of your body to see where the metal is in relation to critical structures such as major nerves and major blood vessels. Q. I have a surgical device or metal inside my body but I've had an MRI before so it must be safe, right? A. Not necessarily, your prior MRI may not have been done with as powerful as a magnet as we use. Additionally, your device may require special exam parameters that we must know and set beforehand to keep you safe. Q. I came to my appointment on time, but my examination was delayed, why? A. Fortunately, this is the exception. However, if this happens to you, we apologize and thank you for your patience. This rare event happens for one of two main reasons: a mechanical or maintenance concern, or an emergency request for another patient. Exams within the MRI suite are triaged based on an “as medically necessary” requirement. There may be some patients who were booked in a 30 minute appointment, but require 40 minutes of imaging for us to display all of their concerns to the radiologist. Q. What is gadolinium or MR contrast? A. Gadolinium is a partially magnetic material injected into your body, usually through an IV, to allow improved visualization of certain parts of your body or certain medical conditions. Q. Is MRI contrast or gadolinium safe? A. It is felt to be a very safe medication, although there is a potential risk for contrast reactions or in people with impaired kidney function, one kidney or multiple contrast injections over a short time period. Those with impaired kidney function or one kidney may have to undergo routine laboratory blood work to make sure it is safe for them. Also, we need to know if you are pregnant, as we do NOT administer contrast during pregnancy. Q. What is an arthrogram? A. Occasionally, our radiologists may inject contrast material into your joint before the MRI. This is most commonly done into the shoulder or hip, but any joint may be injected. This allows improved visualization of certain structures inside your joint. Q. What if I am claustrophobic or afraid of tight spaces? A. If you believe you are claustrophobic, talk to your referring medical provider about prescribing a medication to make your examination much more comfortable. Please keep in mind, if you take this medication, you will need to have someone drive you home. Also note, that MRI does not have the capability to provide full sedation for adult patients at this time. Q. What if I'm pregnant or think I might be pregnant? A. Generally, MRI is considered safe during pregnancy. A physician should go over the pros and cons prior to your exam, then you and your physician will make a joint determination of whether MRI is the right tool for your diagnosis during your pregnancy. Q. What if I'm breastfeeding? A. If you are breastfeeding and do not require gadolinium contrast, you may continue to breastfeed normally after your examination. If you require gadolinium contrast, you should plan on bottle feeding for 24-48 hours after your examination. Also, pumping and discarding your breast milk during this 24-48 hour period is also recommended. Â
Q. My exam was ordered today, why can't I schedule my appointment? A. All orders are reviewed daily by a Radiologist, and the appropriate protocol is prescribed to answer your specific health problem. As some exams take longer than others, we want to ensure we have enough time to complete your evaluation. We ask that you provide at least one full business day for this to occur. Occasionally, the Radiologist must discuss your case with your Doctor, and this may take additional time.  Q. Are walk-in examinations available? A. All Mammography exams must be scheduled. We do not currently have walk in appointments.  Q. Why do I have to come to my appointment 15 minutes early? A. This is critical to ensure there is sufficient time to complete the mammography paperwork and to make sure we have the correct exam ordered.  Q. What if I cannot arrive to my appointment on time? A. You should call as soon as possible. This will allow us to try and switch your time with someone else. If you do not inform the front desk, and you do not arrive within 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment, your appointment will have to be re-scheduled. Our appointments are only 15 minutes long, and if you arrive 15 minutes late you are the next person's appointment time.  Q. What if my examination slot is given to someone else? A. You will have to reschedule on a different day unless we have a cancelation. Then we may be able to see you at a later time.  Q. Is there anything special I need to do to prepare for my exam? A. Yes, thanks for asking. On the day of your mammogram, please do not wear any deodorant, powders or perfume. This can show up on your mammogram and may cause us to have to repeat your exam.  Q. What can I expect on the day of my examination? A. Your screening form will be reviewed and you will have to change into an exam gown. Immediately prior to the mammogram, the technologist will provide an explanation of the mammogram process. You will be asked to remove any deodorant if you have happened to wear any. Once the exam is done, you will able to leave if you are having a screening mammogram (15-minute long appointment) and your doctor will be notified of the results and a letter sent to you within 30 days. If you are having a diagnostic mammogram, this appointment can take up to 2 hours and you will receive the results the same day of the exam.  Q. What happens during my examination? A. Your breast will be placed on a plate and compressed to acquire a diagnostic quality image. Each breast is imaged 2 times in different angles.  Q. How long does an examination typically last? A. Usually about 15 minutes is the maximum for a screening mammogram. For diagnostic mammograms, which is usually accompanied by a breast ultrasound, they can take up to 2 hours.  Q. Is there anything else important I should know about during my examination? A. The two most important things for you to remember are being perfectly still and letting the technologist know if there is anything wrong or anything concerning you.  Q. I came to my appointment on time, but my examination was delayed, why? A. Fortunately, this is the exception. However, if this happens to you, we apologize and thank you for your patience. This rare event happens for one of two main reasons: A mechanical or maintenance concern, or an emergency request for another patient.  Q. What if I'm pregnant or think I might be pregnant? A. We do not examine pregnant women unless there is an urgent need. If you think you are pregnant, please let us know. The Radiologist will discuss your case with your Doctor to decide how to proceed and what the alternatives are.  Q. What if I'm breastfeeding? A. If you are breastfeeding we will not do a mammogram, but instead do an ultrasound if you are in need of a diagnostic mammogram. If you are only needing a screening mammogram, we will not be able to perform a screening mammogram until 6 months after you have stopped breastfeeding. If the radiologist decided to do a mammogram on you while you are breastfeeding, you may continue to breastfeed normally after your examination.  Q. How and when do I get my results? A. The results are sent electronically to your Doctor. For routine examinations, this process usually takes 1-2 normal business days and you will be sent a results letter within 30 days of your exam.  Q. Why do I need to bring my prior examination film or discs and my results? A. This is very important to see how your breast tissue has changed from year and year and will assist the radiologist in determining if you need additional imaging or possibly a biopsy.
Q. What is Nuclear Medicine?
A. Nuclear Medicine technologists use safe, painless and cost-effective techniques to image the body and treat disease. Nuclear Medicine imaging is unique because it provides doctors with information about both structure and function. It is a way to gather medical information that would otherwise be unavailable, require surgery, or necessitate more expensive diagnostic tests. Nuclear Medicine imaging procedures often identify abnormalities very early in the progress of a disease long before many medical problems are apparent with other diagnostic tests.
Nuclear Medicine uses very small amounts of radioactive materials (radiopharmaceuticals) to diagnose and treat disease. In imaging, the radiopharmaceuticals are detected by special types of cameras that work with computers to provide very precise pictures about the area of the body being imaged. In treatment, the radiopharmaceuticals go directly to the organ being treated. Q. How safe are Nuclear Medicine procedures? A. Nuclear medicine procedures are among the safest diagnostic imaging exams available. To obtain diagnostic information, a patient is given a very small amount of a radiopharmaceutical. Because such a small amount is used, the amount of radiation received from a nuclear medicine procedure is comparable with that received during a diagnostic X-ray. The nuclear medicine team will carefully perform the most appropriate examination for the patient's particular medical problem and thereby avoid any unnecessary radiation exposure.
Q: How long does it typically take from the time I start pursuing refractive surgery until I am ready to be scheduled for treatment? A: Currently about 4 - 8 weeks, based on the prioritization category you are assigned by your line commander or his delegate. This varies based on demand, however, and may change in the future. Q: Do I have to be out of my contact lenses before my pre-operative evaluations? If so, how long and why? A: Yes, you need to be out of your contact lenses before being evaluated because contact lenses can affect the shape of your cornea. We usually require that patients be out of their soft contact lenses for a minimum of 4 weeks. For hard contact lenses, the time is longer, typically a minimum of 12 weeks. Even after your pre-operative appointment is over, DO NOT put your contacts back in! Q: After my pre-operative evaluation appointment, I will have my actual laser procedure scheduled. On average, how long will I typically have to wait for treatment day? A: If you live within a two-hour drive of the Kaiserslautern Military Community (KMC), about 2 - 4 weeks. If you live outside the KMC area, then we make an effort to schedule your pre-operative evaluation AND your laser treatment close together so you get them done on the same trip to the KMC area. Often, they are just two days apart. Q: How long should I expect to spend at LRMC when I come for the treatment day from outside the KMC? A: 7-10 days. There is a day for testing, a day for briefing, the treatment day, a one-day post-operative check and then a one-week post-operative check. During the one-week post-operative recovery period, additional appointments can be required that will include a post-operative visit one day after treatment AND 4-5 days after treatment. Q: If I live outside the KMC, do I have to stay in the local area for that entire time? A: We VERY highly recommend securing lodging in the local area for approximately one week after surgery. If there is a problem after the surgery, it often happens in the first week after the surgery. If there is a problem in the first week after surgery, you will be expected to be seen at LRMC WRESP to have the issue checked and managed. Q: How long should I expect to be non-deployable? A: Air Force - non-deployable for at least one month for LASIK and up to 4 months for PRK; Army, Navy, Marines - non-deployable for at least 3 months. Q: How much active duty service must I have left to still be able to get refractive surgery? A: Army - 6 months; AF- 6 months; Navy - 12 months; Marines - 12 months; Reservists on Active Duty - 12 months from the DATE OF SURGERY Q: How long is the commander's authorization good for? A: 6 months. The day of actual laser treatment must be less than or equal to 6 months from the date the commander authorizes the surgery. Q: How does the surgery work in conjunction with a PCS? A: If you are PCS'ing WITHIN the 6 months after receiving your laser treatment, then you must secure a co-managed care agreement from an eye care specialist at the post/base you are moving TO before we will schedule your treatment. If you are PCS'ing equal to or greater than 6 months after receiving your laser treatment, then there is no requirement to secure a co-managed care agreement at your receiving base.
Call or visit your nearest Urgent Care facility if you have a non-life-threatening health issue. If you have a life-threatening health issue, call 112 immediately.
Call 112 immediately to get emergency care if you have a life-threatening health issue or visit Landstuhl Regional Medical Center if it's your nearest hospital. To reach Landstuhl Regional Medical Center Emergency Care, call DSN 314-590-6321 or CIV 06371-9464-6321.
Call the Military Health System Nurse Advice Line to speak to a registered nurse. Visit MHSNurseAdviceLine.com to find your country-specific number or to use web and video chat.
Yes. Call DSN 314-590-6321 or CIV 06371-9464-6321 if you have a life-threatening health issue.