Get a fAA medical exam

Class 1, Class 2, & Class 3 Certifications

Pilots trust Dr. Cosgrove, Senior Aviation Medical Examiner, to keep them cleared for take‑off without the red tape.

Choose WellMax for Your Aviation Medical Certificate

  • Located 20 minutes from KTRM (Thermal) and KPSP (Palm Springs), and UDD (Bermuda Dunes) Airports
  • Same‑day scheduling and digital paperwork prep
  • 40+ years of aviation medical expertise: Class I, II, III, and BasicMed
  • In‑house diagnostics for vision, hearing, ECG, and more (no referrals needed)
  • Concierge coordination if follow‑up testing is required
  • Special Issuances

How to start your FAA Medical exam Certification:

1
Pre‑Flight Checklist

Complete FAA Form 8500-8/MedXPress online.

Our staff reviews and flags any issues before your appointment.

arrow peppermint
arrow peppermint 1
2
Exam Day
(15-30 min)

Vital signs, vision, color perception, hearing, physical exam, and Class I ECG when required.

arrow Sonic Blue
arrow Sonic Blue 1
3
Immediate Issuance

Most medical certificates printed on‑site; complex cases submitted electronically with tracking.

arrow Blue Curacao
arrow Blue Curacao 1
4
Ongoing Support

Direct access to Dr. Cosgrove for special‑issuance paperwork, AME consultations, and renewals.

arrow clearmauve
arrow clearmauve 1
FAA Medical s5

Common Pilot Questions

Dr. Cosgrove is a Senior FAA Aviation Medical Examiner, authorized to conduct First, Second, and Third Class medical exams for pilots, air traffic controllers, and commercial flight applicants.

1st Class Medicals should be renewed every 6 months if over 40 years of age, and every 12 months if under 40 years of age. Second Class every 12 months, and 3rd Class every 24 months.
Yes, we integrate CPAP data and fast‑track your SI packet.

Let’s review options; many pilots regain clearance with proper documentation.

Yes. With decades of experience, Dr. Cosgrove works directly with AME specialists and FAA reviewers to help streamline approvals and ensure accurate reporting for complex medical histories.

Ready for a smooth clearance?