Immigration Medical FAQ
Read our immigration medical FAQs for answers to our most frequently asked questions about Immigration Medical Exams at our Markham clinic. If you have questions about what to bring and what to expect during the exam, you can also visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website.
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Arriving Ukraine Nationals - Medical Diagnostic Test
Individuals 15 years and older - $135 + X-ray.
Individuals 11-14 - $75 + X-ray.
Individuals 10 and younger - $75.
Where is your clinic located?
We are conveniently located at 3603 Highway 7 E. Unit 102 in Markham.
Our clinic is easy for patients to get to from the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Scarborough, North York, Thornhill, Vaughan, and Richmond Hill.
We're also centrally located near the DVP / Highway 404, 401, and 407, and we offer free parking to all our patients. Various transit options are also within easy reach.
What features does your clinic offer?
You will find everything you need to complete your Immigration Medical Exam at our Markham clinic.
We offer quality services and convenient location and hours.
We provide blood testing on-site, so you can complete your lab testing on the same day as your exam.
We also offer services in Cantonese and Mandarin.
Is there parking at your clinic?
Yes, we offer free parking on-site at our building.
Does your clinic offer additional procedures like x-rays?
We provide blood tests on-site, which are required for all individuals 15 and older.
If your exam requires a chest X-ray, our team will guide you through arranging it at your appointment.
Do you do blood tests?
Yes, we provide blood tests, which are required for all individuals 15 and older. A routine urine test is no longer required for the immigration medical exam.
Please note there is an additional fee for these tests. You can view current pricing on our prices page.
Do I have to live in Markham to visit your clinic?
No, anyone requiring an Immigration Medical Exam is welcome at our clinic. We proudly serve all patients from Markham, Toronto GTA, Scarborough, North York, Richmond Hill, Thornhill and Vaughan.
Do you serve patients from North York and Toronto?
Yes. Many of our patients travel from North York, East York, and downtown Toronto — our Markham clinic is a straightforward drive up the DVP / Highway 404, about 15 to 30 minutes from most of North York, with free parking on-site.
Your exam and blood work are completed in a single visit, and same-day or next-day appointments are often available.
Is GTA Immigration Medical Markham the same clinic as "GTA Immigration Physicians"?
No. GTA Immigration Medical Markham is an independent, IRCC-approved panel physician clinic and is not affiliated with "GTA Immigration Physicians" in North York or with any other similarly named clinic.
If you intend to book with us, please double-check the details before your visit: our clinic is located at 3603 Highway 7 E. Unit 102 in Markham, our phone number is (365) 509-2311, and our only website is www.gtamed.ca.
Does a Panel Physician approved by the government work at your clinic?
Yes, all our Panel Physicians are approved by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to provide Immigration Medical Exams.
When should I book my Immigration Medical Exam?
Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada will provide you with instructions on when to get your medical exam done.
Once you receive the instructions, contact us to book your exam and be sure to schedule an appointment that meets Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada timelines.
If you are getting an upfront medical exam, please contact us anytime.
What does an Immigration Medical Exam entail?
At our Markham Clinic, we will guide you through the process of your Immigration Medical Exam from start to finish in 3 simple steps. You can view the full exam process on our exam process page.
What do I need to bring to my exam?
When you come to our clinic for your medical exam, you must bring the following: proper identification (passport preferred; an Ontario or other provincial drivers license is also acceptable), eye glasses or contact lenses if you wear them, any medical reports or test results for any previous or existing medical conditions, and a list of your current medications.
Refugees: Please bring your Interim Federal Health (IFH) documents.
Do you offer services in Cantonese or Mandarin?
Yes! Our staff are proficient in both Cantonese and Mandarin, and happy to support you through the exam process in your native language.
What is the cost of an Immigration Medical Exam?
The prices of Immigration Medical Exams are determined based on your age. You can view current pricing on our prices page.
How does my exam report get submitted to the government?
Once your exam is complete, we electronically send the results to Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada on your behalf.
Reports are generally filed by our Panel Physician within 5-10 days following your exam.
What do I do if I develop cough, fever or any other symptoms after booking my exam?
Please do NOT come to the clinic. You will be asked to go home. If any such symptoms develop, please call us and we will be happy to reschedule or cancel your appointment.
How do I know if my report has been submitted? Is there any way to check?
Reports are generally filed by our Panel Physician within 5-10 days following your exam.
You can check the status of your medical exam results with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) by using the check your application status tool.
I would like a copy of my Immigration Medical Exam report. How can I get one?
Once your exam has been submitted, you can order a copy of your report online and we will send you your copy through Canada Post mail service.
PLEASE NOTE: After your exam, we will provide you with a document with your case number (IME/UMI) to confirm that you have completed it. You are not required to purchase a copy of your exam, but if you wish to do so, you will need to have this number to order a copy of your report online.
How can I check on the status of my medical exam results?
You can check the status of your medical exam results with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) by using the check your application status tool.
Government FAQs
For answers to more frequently asked questions about the exam requirements, visit the Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada website:
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