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QUESTION: My husband was in the process of going into the military when the recruiter told him he was disqualified for being born with one kidney. Is there any way around this?
ANSWER: His recruiter told him wrong, born wth one kidney does not disqualify you unless there are ill effects for only having one.
Tell him to go see a different recruiter.
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QUESTION: We have talked to 3 different recruiters and they all say there is no medical waver for a missing kidney? Do you know any recruiters from MN that we could talk to?
I rechecked, it does disqualify, but a wiaver can be granted. I mispoke because I have known people to join with one kidney, as ong as there are no ill effects. That MIGHT have changed, but there is no clear cut reg on if a waiver can be granted.
It might be on active duty, but he may wish to try National Guard.
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John L
Expertise
I am a National Guard recruiter , been doing it for seven years and am a subject matter expert on qualifications for National Guard and I keep up to date on Regular Army regs and programs. I was in the Navy for 4 years and have 13 years in the Guard. I will not sugar coat my answers to you. They are usually short and to the point. If you need more in depth, ask me. Because each situation is different, alot of times you need to actually talk to a recruiter and let them evaluate your situation in person, by looking at your documents, issues etc. If I suggest this, it would be in your best interest to do so. Finally...thank you for your interest in serving this great nation of ours. Very few people can actually make the cut to serve let alone choose to do so. So thank you for wanting to and hopefully you will get a chance. Whatever branch you choose, thank you and good luck.
Experience
13 years Guard experince, combat missions and homeland missions. 7 years recruiting. I have been a platoon sergeant and squad leader. Mentor to new recruiters and recruits.
Education/Credentials
Recruiters course and advanced courses in recruiting
Awards and Honors
Top recruiter in district for FY 2008. Nominated for recruiter of the year for 2010.
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