Form I-693 immigration physicals at Millennium Medical Center are completed by Dr. Shayma, MD — a USCIS-designated civil surgeon serving Falls Church, Arlington, and Northern Virginia. Accurate, thorough, and completed efficiently so your immigration process is not delayed.
An immigration medical examination (Form I-693) is a requirement for most green card applicants. The exam must be completed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon and must follow specific USCIS Technical Instructions governing what is examined, what vaccines are required, what tests are ordered, and how the form is completed and sealed. An incorrectly completed or improperly sealed Form I-693 can delay or jeopardize an immigration case.
An immigration physical (Form I-693) is a required medical exam for your green card application. It must be done by a USCIS-authorized civil surgeon. At Millennium, Dr. Shayma performs the complete exam, orders required tests, and provides all required vaccinations — with the properly sealed Form I-693 ready for your USCIS submission.
Form I-693 results are valid for a specific period established by USCIS — scheduling your immigration physical at the right time in your application process is important. Call (703) 820-7520 to discuss the timing of your exam relative to your case. Dr. Shayma will ensure your exam is completed within the appropriate window for your application stage.
Dr. Shayma follows USCIS Technical Instructions precisely — completing all required components at a single visit where possible to minimize delays in your immigration timeline.
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A complete physical examination including vital signs, height and weight, cardiovascular and respiratory evaluation, mental status screening, and assessment for communicable diseases — all conducted according to USCIS Technical Instructions. Thorough but designed to be efficient so your immigration process is not held up.
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USCIS requires documented vaccination for: MMR, varicella, influenza, Hepatitis A and B, meningococcal, pneumococcal, COVID-19, and Tdap. Vaccines for which you have documented proof of prior vaccination do not need to be repeated. Millennium provides all required vaccinations on-site.
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USCIS requires TB screening (QuantiFERON-TB Gold preferred) and syphilis serology (RPR). Additional STI testing may be required based on age. Results reviewed by Dr. Shayma before Form I-693 is completed and sealed in a USCIS-compliant envelope ready for submission.
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Form I-693 Completion & Turnaround
Once all required components are complete — physical examination, lab results, and vaccination documentation — Dr. Shayma finalizes and seals Form I-693 in a USCIS-compliant envelope, typically within one to two business days of final results returning. The sealed envelope must be submitted to USCIS unopened. Priority turnaround is available for time-sensitive cases.
Immigration Physicals (I-693) at Millennium is performed by Dr. Shayma, MD — board-certified internal medicine physician and USCIS-designated civil surgeon — following a thorough clinical assessment and USCIS Technical Instructions.
Immigration Physicals (I-693) at Millennium is performed by Dr. Shayma, MD — board-certified internal medicine physician and USCIS-designated civil surgeon — following a thorough clinical assessment and USCIS Technical Instructions.
A complete physical examination, required lab testing, and any needed vaccinations — all completed in as few appointments as possible. Form I-693 is completed and sealed once all required components are finalized. Dr. Shayma explains every step.
Every immigration physical at Millennium begins with a physician consultation, proceeds with personalised treatment, and concludes with a sealed Form I-693 accurate and ready for your USCIS submission. Rapid scheduling available.
Most applicants filing Form I-485 (adjustment of status) with USCIS are required to submit a completed, sealed Form I-693. This exam must be performed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon.
Most applicants filing Form I-485 (adjustment of status) with USCIS are required to submit a completed, sealed Form I-693. This exam must be performed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon.
Form I-693 is valid for a specific period — scheduling at the correct point in your case avoids having to repeat the exam. Call (703) 820-7520 to discuss the timing of your exam relative to your application stage.
Patients who are not yet at the appropriate stage in their immigration case should call to discuss timing before scheduling. Dr. Shayma will advise on the correct window for your exam.
Call (703) 820-7520 to schedule. Bring your passport or photo ID, vaccination records (if available), and any prior medical records. Call to confirm current pricing. Priority scheduling for immigration physicals.
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Call (703) 820-7520 to schedule. Bring your passport or photo ID, vaccination records (if available), and any prior medical records. Call to confirm current pricing. Priority scheduling for immigration physicals.
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Dr. Shayma performs the USCIS-required complete physical examination — all organ systems, mental health screening, and communicable disease assessment — according to USCIS Technical Instructions. ~45–60 min.
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Required lab tests are ordered and collected (TB test, syphilis serology, additional testing as required). Required vaccinations not already documented are administered on-site at the same visit when possible.
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Once all required components are complete — exam, labs, vaccination documentation — Dr. Shayma completes Form I-693 and seals it in a USCIS-compliant envelope for your submission. Do not open this envelope.
The four pillars of medical credibility — and why physician-led Immigration Physicals (I-693) produces better outcomes than delegated or unmonitored alternatives.
Dr. Shayma has completed immigration physicals for patients from diverse backgrounds across Northern Virginia — understanding the urgency and precision required for immigration documentation.
USCIS-designated civil surgeon. Board-certified internal medicine physician. Current on USCIS Technical Instructions and vaccination requirements — which change periodically. Accuracy in Form I-693 completion is a clinical obligation.
Dr. Shayma is the civil surgeon of record who personally examines you, reviews all required test results, and completes and seals your Form I-693. No delegation. No errors from handoff.
Immigration physicals require precision and timeliness. Millennium prioritizes rapid scheduling and completes Form I-693 accurately so your case is not delayed by a documentation error.
What applicants in Northern Virginia most want to know before their immigration medical exam.
Form I-693 is the USCIS Medical Examination and Vaccination Record — required for most applicants for lawful permanent residence (green card). It documents your complete medical examination findings, required vaccinations, and laboratory test results. It must be completed and sealed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon.
Immigration physical fees at Millennium cover the physician examination and Form I-693 completion. Lab testing and vaccinations are billed separately. Call (703) 820-7520 for current pricing. Most immigration physicals are not covered by standard health insurance.
At Millennium, the physical examination is completed at your appointment. Once all required lab results are returned (typically 1–5 business days), Dr. Shayma completes and seals Form I-693. Most applicants receive their sealed form within 1–2 weeks of their exam appointment.
USCIS requires documented vaccination for: influenza, COVID-19, MMR, varicella, Hepatitis A, Hepatitis B, meningococcal (ACWY), pneumococcal, and Tdap. Requirements may vary based on age and vaccine availability. Bring all prior vaccination records to your appointment.
No. USCIS Form I-693 must be completed by a USCIS-designated civil surgeon — a physician specifically authorized by USCIS for this purpose. Your regular physician can complete the exam only if they are a USCIS-designated civil surgeon. Dr. Shayma is a USCIS-designated civil surgeon serving Northern Virginia.
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