FMCSA CertifiedMedical Practice

DOT Physicals at Essentia Health

4855 w arrowhead rd, Duluth, MN 55811 · St. Louis County

Call before you drive out. The National Registry lists who is certified, not when they work. Hours, walk-in policy and the exam price are set by the clinic, and DOT exams are often limited to certain days.

What to expect here

An examiner here is on the National Registry, but the registry does not say whether they see drivers from outside. Call first, and ask if DOT exams need an appointment.

The certified examiners here include physician assistants. Any of them can perform the exam and issue your medical certificate. FMCSA does not require a physician.

Certified examiners at this location

2 listed on the FMCSA National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners.

Jay FergusonPhysician AssistantPA
Megan KarschnikPhysician AssistantPA

What to bring

Photo ID and your CDL, or your permit if you do not have the license yet.
A list of every medication you take, with doses and the prescribing doctor.
Glasses, contacts or hearing aids if you use them. Bring them, do not just mention them.
If you have sleep apnea, your CPAP compliance report. If you are diabetic, your recent A1C and a blood-sugar log.
If you have a heart condition, a stent or a pacemaker, bring the clearance letter from your cardiologist. Without it you will be sent home to get one.

Read the full DOT physical requirements guide before your appointment.