Each conscript is examined by a surgeon, therapist, neurologist, psychiatrist, ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist, dentist, dermatologist, and, according to medical indications – and doctors of other specialties.
In the last month, several million Ukrainians have become displaced or, as they are officially called,” Internally Displaced Persons “(IDPs). after changing residence. But how to prove your unfitness for service, if the documents remained where they went? The Association of Lawyers of Ukraine answers key questions about general mobilization.
How can IDPs prove unfitness if all health documents remain in the zone of active hostilities and medical commissions conclude “Fit”?
Assessment of fitness for military service is regulated by the order of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine dated 14.08.2008 №402 “On approval of the Regulations on military medical examination in the Armed Forces of Ukraine”.
Medical examination includes study and assessment of health and physical development of citizens at the time of the inspection in order to determine the degree of fitness for military service.
Each conscript is examined by a surgeon, therapist, neurologist, psychiatrist, ophthalmologist, otolaryngologist, dentist, dermatologist, and according to medical indications – and doctors of other specialties.
Conscripts found unfit for military service are re-examined VLK military commissariats at the place of residence after the mandatory examination in specialized treatment and prevention facilities.
Thus, regardless of health status, the conscript must undergo a medical examination. The review will determine the degree of fitness for military service.
The available medical documents can help VLK to take into account all the circumstances and come to the right conclusions during the medical examination. In the absence of medical documents, you must provide all information about your health for further verification.
In case of disagreement with the conclusion (resolution) of the military medical commission of the region on the degree of fitness for military service, you can appeal to Central VLK or in court.
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Answers to all the main questions about mobilization can be read in the article Association of Lawyers of Ukraine “ Mobilization in Ukraine: who will be drafted into the army during the war “.
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