What Is a USCIS Civil Surgeon and Why Are They Essential for Immigration?
- posted: May 16, 2025
At Crenshaw Family Medical Group in Gardena, CA, Dr. Abraham Golbari is proud to serve as a USCIS Civil Surgeon, helping individuals and families navigate the medical requirements of the immigration process. If you’re preparing for your immigration medical exam, understanding the role of a USCIS Civil Surgeon is an important first step.
What Does the USCIS Civil Surgeon Designation Mean?
A USCIS Civil Surgeon is a physician authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to perform immigration medical examinations. These exams are a required part of the immigration process for individuals applying for adjustment of status to become permanent residents (green card holders).
Dr. Golbari is specially qualified to conduct these exams, which include a review of your medical history, a physical examination, and verification that you meet the health standards required by USCIS. He will also complete and seal Form I-693, the official report of your medical exam, for submission with your immigration paperwork.
Why the Immigration Medical Exam Matters
The immigration medical exam helps protect public health by screening for communicable diseases, verifying immunization status, and identifying health conditions that may require further attention. Completing this exam is vital to your immigration application and helps avoid processing delays.
Because the requirements are specific and detailed, it’s important to work with a USCIS Civil Surgeon like Dr. Golbari, who understands the process and ensures everything is documented correctly. Errors or missing information on Form I-693 can lead to unnecessary delays or complications with your application.
How a USCIS Civil Surgeon Helps You Prepare
Dr. Golbari and the Crenshaw Family Medical Group team are here to guide you through every step of your immigration medical exam. During your visit, Dr. Golbari will:
- Review your vaccination records and provide any required immunizations
- Conduct a physical exam and perform necessary lab tests, such as tuberculosis screening
- Complete and seal Form I-693 to meet all USCIS submission requirements
With years of experience as a USCIS Civil Surgeon, Dr. Golbari offers efficient, accurate care to help you confidently move forward in your immigration journey.
Schedule Your Immigration Medical Exam Today
If you’re preparing for your immigration medical exam, trust Dr. Abraham Golbari at Crenshaw Family Medical Group in Gardena, CA. Call us today at (310) 327-8746 to schedule your appointment. We’re here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
- posted: May 16, 2025
At Crenshaw Family Medical Group in Gardena, CA, Dr. Abraham Golbari is proud to serve as a USCIS Civil Surgeon, helping individuals and families navigate the medical requirements of the immigration process. If you’re preparing for your immigration medical exam, understanding the role of a USCIS Civil Surgeon is an important first step.
What Does the USCIS Civil Surgeon Designation Mean?
A USCIS Civil Surgeon is a physician authorized by the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to perform immigration medical examinations. These exams are a required part of the immigration process for individuals applying for adjustment of status to become permanent residents (green card holders).
Dr. Golbari is specially qualified to conduct these exams, which include a review of your medical history, a physical examination, and verification that you meet the health standards required by USCIS. He will also complete and seal Form I-693, the official report of your medical exam, for submission with your immigration paperwork.
Why the Immigration Medical Exam Matters
The immigration medical exam helps protect public health by screening for communicable diseases, verifying immunization status, and identifying health conditions that may require further attention. Completing this exam is vital to your immigration application and helps avoid processing delays.
Because the requirements are specific and detailed, it’s important to work with a USCIS Civil Surgeon like Dr. Golbari, who understands the process and ensures everything is documented correctly. Errors or missing information on Form I-693 can lead to unnecessary delays or complications with your application.
How a USCIS Civil Surgeon Helps You Prepare
Dr. Golbari and the Crenshaw Family Medical Group team are here to guide you through every step of your immigration medical exam. During your visit, Dr. Golbari will:
- Review your vaccination records and provide any required immunizations
- Conduct a physical exam and perform necessary lab tests, such as tuberculosis screening
- Complete and seal Form I-693 to meet all USCIS submission requirements
With years of experience as a USCIS Civil Surgeon, Dr. Golbari offers efficient, accurate care to help you confidently move forward in your immigration journey.
Schedule Your Immigration Medical Exam Today
If you’re preparing for your immigration medical exam, trust Dr. Abraham Golbari at Crenshaw Family Medical Group in Gardena, CA. Call us today at (310) 327-8746 to schedule your appointment. We’re here to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible.
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