Immigration Medical Exam in Queens, NY: I-693 Civil Surgeon in Forest Hills

Applying for a green card? Your Form I-693 medical exam must be completed by a civil surgeon designated by U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS). At Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center in Forest Hills, Queens, Dr. Mohammed Islam, MD is a USCIS-designated civil surgeon listed on the official USCIS civil surgeon locator. Your exam, TB blood test, lab work and any missing vaccines are all done in our office at 111-29 Queens Blvd, so most patients finish everything in one visit. Call (718) 275-8900 or book your immigration medical exam online. Open Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Dr. Mohammed Islam: Your USCIS-Designated Civil Surgeon in Forest Hills

Only a civil surgeon designated by USCIS can perform your immigration medical exam and sign Form I-693. Exams from any other doctor are not accepted.

Dr. Mohammed Islam, MD is listed on the official USCIS civil surgeon locator for Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center, 111-29 Queens Blvd, Forest Hills, NY 11375. You can confirm his designation yourself in under a minute:

1. Open the USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon tool on uscis.gov.
2. Search ZIP code 11375.
3. Look for Mohammed Islam, MD at Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center.

Dr. Islam is a Diplomate of the American Board of Surgery and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He completed fellowship training in vascular surgery at Baylor College of Medicine in Houston and in vascular and endovascular surgery at the Arizona Heart Institute in Phoenix. That background means a careful, thorough physical exam. It also means he can explain any finding clearly before your form is sealed.

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What Is Form I-693?

Form I-693, Report of Immigration Medical Examination and Vaccination Record, is the medical form USCIS requires from most people applying to become lawful permanent residents (green card holders) from inside the United States. It shows that you do not have certain health conditions that could affect your application and that you have received the vaccines CDC requires.

Your civil surgeon completes the form and gives it to you in a sealed envelope. Do not open it. USCIS will not accept a form whose envelope has been opened or altered.

Who Needs an Immigration Medical Exam?

You generally need an I-693 exam if you are:

• Filing Form I-485 to adjust status to permanent resident, including through family, marriage or employment
• A K-1 fiancé(e) or K-2 child adjusting status after marriage
• A refugee or asylee adjusting status, in some cases
• Any applicant whose USCIS instructions say a medical exam is required

If you’re not sure whether you need one, check your form instructions or ask your immigration attorney.

What’s Included in Your I-693 Exam

The exam follows the CDC Technical Instructions for Civil Surgeons. At Medex, it includes:

• Medical history review and physical exam, including eyes, ears, nose, throat, heart, lungs, skin and lymph nodes
• Mental health and substance use screening, as required by CDC
• Tuberculosis blood test (IGRA) for applicants 2 years and older
• Chest X-ray if your TB test is positive, done in our on-site radiology department
• Syphilis and gonorrhea testing for the age groups CDC requires
• Vaccination record review and any age-appropriate vaccines you’re missing, such as MMR, Tdap, varicella, hepatitis B and seasonal flu (learn about our vaccines)
• Completed, signed and sealed Form I-693

COVID-19 vaccination has not been required for immigration medical exams since March 11, 2025.

Your Immigration Medical Exam at Medex DTC

1. Book your appointment. Call (718) 275-8900 or book online. Tell us it’s an immigration (I-693) exam.
2. Prepare your documents. Download Form I-693 from uscis.gov/i-693 and fill out Part 1. Do not sign it until the civil surgeon asks you to.
3. Exam day. Check in, complete your medical history, have your exam, and get your blood test and any vaccines. Most visits take about 1 hour.
4. Results. We review your lab results when they come back, usually within several business days. If anything needs follow-up, such as a chest X-ray or a vaccine series, we’ll call you and schedule it here.
5. Pick up your sealed I-693. Your completed form is given to you in a sealed envelope. Submit it unopened with your Form I-485.

What to Bring to Your Exam

• Passport or another government-issued photo ID
• Form I-693, with Part 1 filled out but not signed
• Your vaccination records (English translations if needed)
• Any previous TB test results or chest X-ray reports
• A list of your current medications
• Your USCIS receipt notice, if you have one
• Payment for the exam

If you’ve lost your vaccination records, don’t worry. We can do blood tests to check immunity or give the vaccines you need.

Current USCIS Rules to Know Before Your Exam

• File Form I-693 with Form I-485. Since December 2, 2024, USCIS requires the completed medical exam to be submitted at the same time as your adjustment of status application. Schedule your exam before you file.
• How long Form I-693 is valid. A form signed by the civil surgeon on or after November 1, 2023 stays valid while the application it was filed with is pending. If that application is denied or withdrawn, you’ll need a new exam for a new application.
• COVID-19 vaccine is no longer required. CDC removed this requirement effective March 11, 2025.

Immigration rules change often. Always check the latest instructions on uscis.gov/i-693 or with your immigration attorney.

Immigration Exams for Families and Children

Every family member applying for a green card needs a separate I-693 exam, including children. We can often schedule family members back-to-back on the same day. TB testing applies to children 2 and older, and vaccines are based on each child’s age. Please bring every child’s vaccination record.

Green Card Medical Exam Near Forest Hills, Rego Park and Elmhurst

Medex is on Queens Boulevard in Forest Hills, an easy trip from Rego Park, Kew Gardens, Elmhurst, Jackson Heights, Corona, Flushing, Richmond Hill and across Queens. Nearest station: 71 Av (E, F, M, R).

Medex Diagnostic and Treatment Center
111-29 Queens Blvd, Forest Hills, NY 11375
Phone: (718) 275-8900 · Fax: (718) 785-0430
Monday to Friday, 9:00 am to 8:00 pm · Saturday and Sunday closed

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Immigration Medical Exam FAQs

Is Medex an approved USCIS civil surgeon location?

Yes. Dr. Mohammed Islam, MD is a USCIS-designated civil surgeon listed on the official USCIS civil surgeon locator. You can verify this by searching ZIP code 11375 at uscis.gov/tools/find-a-civil-surgeon.

How long does the immigration medical exam take?

The visit usually takes about 1 hour. Your sealed Form I-693 is typically ready within several business days, once lab results are back and any required vaccines are complete.

Can I get my I-693 faster?

Yes, expedited service is available for an additional fee. Call (718) 275-8900 to ask about the next available appointment.

What vaccines do I need for a green card?

It depends on your age and vaccination history. Common required vaccines include MMR, Tdap, varicella, hepatitis B and seasonal flu during flu season. Bring your records and the civil surgeon will tell you exactly which ones you still need. COVID-19 vaccination is no longer required.

Does insurance cover the immigration medical exam?

Usually not, because it’s required for an immigration application rather than for medical treatment. Some insurance plans cover vaccines or lab tests. Call us and we’ll check your coverage.

When should I get my immigration medical exam?

Before you file Form I-485. USCIS requires Form I-693 to be submitted together with your adjustment of status application.

What happens if my TB test is positive?

You’ll need a chest X-ray, which we can do on site. If the X-ray suggests active TB, you’ll be referred to the health department for further evaluation before the civil surgeon can complete your form. A positive blood test alone usually does not mean you have active, contagious TB.

Do children need an immigration medical exam?

Yes. Each family member applying for a green card needs their own exam and Form I-693. TB testing starts at age 2, and vaccines are based on age.

Do you have a civil surgeon who speaks Spanish or Russian?

Medex DTC can accommodate Spanish, Ukrainian, Russian speaking patients.

Book Your Immigration Medical Exam in Queens

Get your green card medical exam done right the first time with a USCIS-designated civil surgeon in Forest Hills. Call (718) 275-8900 or book online.

This page is for general information and is not legal or medical advice. Immigration requirements change; confirm current rules at uscis.gov or with your immigration attorney.

Sources: USCIS Find a Civil Surgeon · State Department: CDC removes COVID-19 vaccine requirement · CILawGroup: I-693 must be filed with I-485 · Philstar: USCIS I-693 validity rule, June 2025