“panel physician”

This page presents an official legal definition of “panel physician” from a government source. Additional definitions will be added as jurisdictions publish them.

Jurisdiction: United States United States

A medically trained, licensed, and experienced doctor practicing overseas who is appointed by the local U.S. Embassy or Consulate. These medical professionals receive U.S. immigration-focused training to provide examinations as required by the Center for Disease Control and Prevention and USCIS. For medical examinations given in the United States, please see civil surgeon.

IMPORTANT: Please make sure that your appointment is with a civil surgeon or your results and documents will be invalid.

Source: USCIS Glossary (U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services)