Immigration Medical Exam (IME)

Dr. Shahram Fasihy is an experienced Family Doctor and a Registered  Panel Physician in Burnaby, BC.  He is an experienced medical practitioner who can help you with all your  immigration medical needs. Dr. Fasihy is originally from Iran, arriving in Canada as a refugee in 1990, and now practices medicine in  Canada for over 7 years. He is fluent in English and Farsi and has some  knowledge of Spanish. Click on the link below to schedule your appointment. We accept patients from all Greater Vancouver, as well as Vancouver  Island and conduct exams for all your  immigration applications, including temporary and permanent residence,  work permits and student permits. Cost: $260  (age 15+), $200 (age 0-14)This EXCLUDES the blood test and Xray (done at other locations and charged separately).When coming to the clinic, make sure you have with you:

• Valid government-issued identification such as a passport or Canadian driver’s license
• The IMM1017 form – note: You don’t need this form for an upfront medical exam
• All prescription medication, names, and dosages (if applicable)
• Glasses for the vision test (if applicable)
• Payment. ($260/adult, $200/kid)

As well, you do not need to do any special preparations, such as fasting  for your IME. However, you will need to drink a glass of water one hour  before your appointment (for urine testing). Here is list of tests required, depending on your age: 

• 5+ years old - urine dip done at the clinic
• 11+ years old - Chest Xray for TB (Tuberculosis) done at a radiology center  
• 15+ years old - blood test for kidney, HIV, Syphilis done at Life Labs