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Old 08-17-2008, 10:08 PM
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If you don't mind me asking, how old are you? I applied in June as well and I'm 33. I'm also waiting but I read that you requested from your doctors to send letters. When I mentioned to my doctors that I applied they just said good, don't see why not. Should I request formal letters??/

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Patch
Hi Patch. I'm 46. I've been told that you are more likely to be approved if you are over 50.

I was told by one of my doctors that it is helpful to have a letter written by your doctor, and the other 2 doctors readily agreed to do that too.

I'd suggest that you request it.

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~ Faith
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