DOT Exams Specialist

What do DOT exams look for?

DOT physical exams look for any health condition that puts undue stress on the body so the applicant cannot fully perform their duties. This may include neurological disorders, heart conditions, and upper respiratory issues that cannot be controlled through medication. If a person is discovered to have one or more of these conditions, that may lead to them being denied a commercial or CDL license. DOT physical examinations also uncover a variety of health problems that a person may not even realize they have. High blood pressure and diabetes are commonly uncovered during DOT physicals and can be easily treated, allowing the person to return to work as soon as treatment begins.

Are DOT exams required on a yearly basis?

DOT physical exams may be performed on a yearly basis for chronic conditions to ensure the employee remains healthy enough to complete their job duties year over year. The physicals also identify changes in a person's health that may require their treatment program to be changed or addressed. Dr. Liva, a certified examiner listed in the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, performs the examination and has received special training when it comes to identifying potential health problems associated with the work environment.

Can any doctor perform a DOT exam?

DOT physicals must be performed by a doctor listed in the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners, such as Dr. Liva. This doctor has received special training in occupational health and medicine that allows him to identify potential health problems that have a dramatic impact on the employee's job ability. In order for Dr. Liva to have become a DOT examiner, he had to meet the standards put in place by the Department of Transportation. Call or schedule your DOT exam online with Dr. Liva.