Helpful Hints

We know these exams cause nerves to rise. We are here to help in any way we can with tips or tricks, as well as advice on how you can feel confident the day of your exam. 

 

• Bring your glasses or contacts

• Bring your hearing aides

• Come hydrated!

  • A urine sample will be needed to assess kidney function/sugars. This is not a drug test.

• Avoid any form of caffeine before the exam (Go to town after!)

• Have a healthy low salt dinner the night before.

  • Avoid fried foods, pastrami, anything salty and delicious the day before! (your blood pressure will thank you)

• Take all of your medications in the morning

• Please bring a list of names and dosages of medications (or the bottles!)

• While Marijuana is legal in California, remember that this is a federal exam and it is an automatic disqualification if you answer “yes” to using it in the last 2 years. Their rules, not mine!

• If you have any cardiac history like stents, heart attacks, valve replacements, diabetes, Sleep apnea, or are on a blood thinner, please bring a letter from your treating physician stating you are cleared to be a certified driver. There are other conditions that may also need a letter to include specific information. Feel free to contact me directly at 831-515-1700 with any questions about needing a waiver, it will save us both the time and worry! Please see example letters that you can show your doctor.