DOT / CDL Physicals

Rachelle Flynn and Dr. Greg Banks are FMCSA National Registry Certified Medical Examiners, and is qualified to perform CDL/DOT physicals in compliance with the DOT

*Affordable Cost at $80 for DOT / CDL Medical Physical Certification*

HELPFUL HINTS TO PREPARE FOR YOUR DOT PHYSICAL Department of Transportation:

DOT Physical Exam: Things to Plan in Advance:

If you have a medical condition you’re going to need some paperwork:

  • Diabetic Condition – Bring a list of medications and name of prescribing doctor. Diabetic truckers may need to bring in a copy of your
    blood sugar results or hemoglobin A1C (a test that shows what the average blood sugar level over the past 3 months.)
  • High Blood Pressure - Bring a list of medications and name of prescribing doctor.
  • Heart Condition – If you’ve had a heart attack or cardiovascular disease, you’ll need to bring a copy of your last stress test or release from your cardiologist.
  • Sleep Apnea – Bring a copy of your latest sleep test results, if you have one.
  • Medications – List all the prescription medicines you take, including strength and dosage. If you regularly take over-the counter medications,
    such as antacids or allergy pills, list them, too.
  • Contact information – Have names and phone numbers of your doctors in case you need to call and have them fax missing information.


Department of Transportation: DOT Physical Exam: Things To Do to Manage Your Blood Pressure:

  • Make sure you don’t run out of your prescribed blood-pressure medication.
  • Remember to take your medication on schedule. If you forget, most doctors recommend taking your medication as soon as possible.
  • If you’re significantly late taking your medication, tell the doctor conducting the DOT physical you forgot to take your regular medication. If your blood pressure is too high, ask to have it rechecked later that day – or even the following day.
  • Cutting back on caffeine and nicotine can help improve your blood pressure.
  • Reducing the amount of salty foods you eat and avoiding adding salt to your food can also help to lower your blood pressure. (30 percent of
    idiopathic hypertension [high blood pressure] is related to reduced potassium levels – Ask your physician.)
  • Invest in a blood pressure cuff- you would not drive without gauges working in your truck. A blood pressure cuff is your gauges for your body.
  • Cut back on coffee, sodas, energy drinks, potato chips, etc, and don’t add salt to your food. Also reduce your use of nicotine as much as
    possible. Doing this can help lower your blood pressure reading.


The Day of the Department of Transportation: DOT Physical Exam:

What to Bring

  • Your Driver’s License
  • A Full Bladder


What Not to Do:

  • Do NOT drink caffeine two hours before your appointment
  • Do NOT smoke before your appointment


Remember to bring:

  • Remember to bring the medical records you’ve prepared in advance, including your list of medications.
  • Remember to bring eye glasses (it’s surprising how many people forget this).


Getting Past ‘White Coat’ Syndrome:

  • We understand this is a very real concern for some drivers.
  • We work with drivers all day long. We understand that passing your DOT physical exam is important to your continued career and your livelihood, and we’re here to do everything we can to help you.


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847-768-9330

Rachelle Flynn, Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Greg Banks, Chiropractic Physician

We are excited to have our practice located in Des Plaines, Il and serve Department of Transportation DOT patients from Des Plaines, Park Ridge, Niles, Glenview, Elk Grove, Mount Prospect, Rosemont, Buffalo Grove, Evanston, Arlington Heights, Rolling Meadows, Palatine, Chicago and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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