Before booking your appointment

Please familiarize yourself with the following details to help make the process as smooth as possible. The following information is to help you to prepare for your medical. Our clinic is e-Medical enabled, which means we will be submitting results electronically to Immigration.,

Please provide us with the NZHR # (New Zealand Health Reference Number) or NZER # (New Zealand eMedical Reference Number)

All applicants must submit the application first before booking

For women: If you are on your period, it is advisable that you do not book your immigration
medical exam.

Notify our office how many people in the family are requiring an immigration medical exam, as well as how old are each of the applicants. We only accept Debit.

Please make sure that you really need this medical exam as we cannot issue a refund if you end up not needing this medical.

If you are not feeling well, please contact us and we will reschedule your appointment.

For More Information, please call us on

204-654-2851

What to bring to your appointment:

  • Your Passport.
  • For immigration medical exam you need not to bring any photograph, we will click it here for you.
  • Please bring if you have the Referral Letter which has NZHR # (New Zealand Health Reference Number) or NZER # (New Zealand eMedical Reference Number)
  • Please bring prescription glasses, if you are using.
  • No need to be fasting. You can have your regular meal during your exam day.
  • Bring all the prescription medication on the day of examination.
  • Bring the consultation reports of your past surgeries or completed treatment if you have any.
  • IME physical takes two to three hours for the whole procedure, kindly prepare yourself and be patient, we will appreciate your cooperation.
  • All the payments are in debit.

During the medical exam:

The office assistant will first measure your height and weight. This is done while you are still dressed. The doctor will then meet you and ask you some questions about your health and explain the examination procedure to you. You will then be left alone in the examining room to undress.

When the doctor sees you again a few minutes later, he will examine the following:

  • Throat, ears and eyes
  • Neck
  • Lungs
  • Blood pressure
  • Heart
  • Abdomen
  • Reflexes
  • Breast examination is not done unless there is a history of breast cancer or a suspicion of breast cancer based on the provided history.

Vaginal or rectal examination is never done.

Undressing:

You will need to undress for the examination, as required by the standards set by the immigration authorities. Men are asked to undress to their shorts and then sit on the examining table. Women are asked to undress down to their undergarments and are given a gown to wear.

Chaperones:

Dr. Vijay Sodhi (who is a male physician) will have a female chaperone present while examining all female applicants. If you wish, you may additionally have a female relative with you in the room. The objective is to make you as comfortable as possible during the examination.

AFTER PHYSICAL EXAMINATION

  • Different Visa categories require different blood tests.
  • We will guide you where to go for your blood works and Chest X-Ray.
  • X ray and Labs comes directly to clinic.
  • Do NOT need to call or follow-up until Clinic or CIC will contact you.
  • Submission time line is 7-10 days with effective on appointment day so do not delay your xray and lab otherwise Clinic is not responsible for any delays in your process.

Please note: doctor can order other lab tests as required as per examination findings.

Once you have done your medical exam at our clinic it is your responsibility to finish your blood, urine tests, and chest x-ray in a timely manner. Our clinic is not responsible for following up with you if you have completed your tests. If you do not complete your tests in a respectable time frame, you will encounter major delays with your medical process and immigration application. You can help expedite your file by getting everything done as soon as possible.
If you receive an email from immigration requesting you to do additional testing, please call our office to set up an appointment. Please note this visit will be an additional charge.
The final decision is made exclusively by New Zealand Immigration, based on the medical facts collected by the doctor, not on the doctor's opinion or recommendation. After the report is submitted, the doctor has no further access to the case and is not informed about the outcome of your application. You will receive an answer directly from New Zealand Immigration.

IMMIGRATION MEDICAL APPLICATION FORM

Please indicate which type of medical applied for:
Purpose of Exam:
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Please fill out the following:

*** If more than one individual in the family, a new form must be filled out for each person ***

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Full Name as appears on PASSPORT:

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First Name:
Your First Name
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Middle Name:
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Last Name:
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Date Of Birth:
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Gender:
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  • Male
  • Female
  • UK
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Country of Birth
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Home / Work Phone Number
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Email address:
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Postal Code:
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Passport Number:
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Passport Date of Issue:
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Passport Date of Expiry:
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Canada Driver License Number:
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Driver License Date of Issue:
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FAQS REGARDING IMMIGRATION MEDICAL EXAM:

1What identity document can I use for my Immigration Medical Examination (IME) appointment?
You can use any one of the following documents (the document must be original and valid):
• Original Passport
• Passport Card
• National Identification Card
• Driver’s Licence (Canadian)
• Refugee Protection Claimant Document
• Original or certified copy of Birth Certificate
• Copy of Passport Certified by a Canadian Visa Office
• Refugee Travel Document
• Red Cross Travel Document
• UN Laissez-passer
• Seaman’s book
2What should I bring to my IME appointment?
Your valid identification document.
• Any forms or letters received from Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (if applicable).
• All your prescription medications.
• Medical reports relevant to significant medical conditions – see FAQs below.
• Prescription eye glasses or contact lenses.
• For individuals under 16 years of age, a Parent or Guardian must be present with an original photo ID.
• If desired, you can arrange for a chaperone to be present during your medical exam
3Do I need to bring photographs?
No, we will take your photo in clinic and there is no additional fee for this service.
4What should I expect at my IME appointment?
• You will be asked for your Identity Document, any documents from IRCC (Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada) as well as your personal contact information.
• You will complete a form asking your information and sign a declaration from IRCC.
• We will take your digital photo and your height, weight, blood pressure, and we will test your gross vision and hearing.
• Our Physician will conduct your physical examination.
• You will pay for your visit, receive your receipt, and proceed to the laboratory in the building to do your blood work and Chest X-Ray (if required).
• Your test results will be sent automatically to us by the laboratory.
5What about my IME cost?
• The cost of your IME is not covered by the Manitoba Health.
• Please contact our clinic for more information and pricing.
6What lab tests will I have to complete?
• All tests listed below are mandatory as required by IRCC.
• Fasting is not required.
• All test results will be sent directly to our clinic.
We follow IRCC guidelines in requesting additional tests, prior medical reports, or referring you to a Specialist, due to your medical condition. The cost of these additional tests or referrals required to complete your IME is your responsibility and is not included in the IME fee.
7Do I have to pay if I am a Canadian Refugee Applicant?
Your IME and tests costs MAY be covered by Blue Cross. This we will confirm by calling Blue Cross on the day of your visit.
8What if I am pregnant?
Chest X-Ray is generally not recommended during pregnancy, but it’s the client’s choice. For more information contact your family doctor.
Please be aware that your exam will be on hold without your Chest X-Ray results. If you decide to postpone your Chest X-Ray until after the birth of your child, we will provide you with a “Pregnancy Deferral Letter” for your records. This is your proof that your IME has been done, but that you have chosen to postpone your Chest X-Ray.
9Can I get copies of my test results?
Yes, you can get the final health case detail and there is no additional cost for this. We provide copies to client or legal guardian only as per PHIA.
10What happens after my IME?
• We will quickly and efficiently submit your IME file electronically to IRCC through the eMedical system as soon as all requirements are completed.
• It is possible that IRCC will request further information, tests, or reports from you after they process your IME. IRCC will contact you directly with a so called “Furtherance” request by email or posted letter.
• You will be notified directly by IRCC concerning the outcome of your application.
• If you have any questions about your application process please visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website or contact the IRCC Call Centre at 1-888-242-2100.