ATP Medicine, LTD
2000 W. International Airport Road,
Suite B4
Anchorage, AK 99502
ph - (907) 868-2961
fax - (907) 868-2962
atpmedicine@gmail.com
Message from Dr. Thomas
November 15, 2022
Although I was hesitant to make this announcement on social media, as it can be fleeting at times, there is no denying that it’s quite effective in reaching everyone.
Beginning next year, I shall be out of town briefly each month to support my wife as she is moving to Phoenix, Arizona for medical and family reasons.
Please be assured that I have no intention of closing ATP Medicine. Words cannot express the utmost gratitude I have for the Alaska aviators and other aviators that see me. Not only have you built a great practice for me, but I have become very good friends with many of you; you have taken/taught me flying above the Arctic Circle, float flying, ski flying, off runway flying, instrument flying, acrobatics, given me great flight instruction, shared meals with me, and offered a laugh or two in my office.
You have been friends, colleagues, instructors, advisors, and been like my family. Therefore, it is my goal to maintain care of this great community, and to reciprocate all you have done for me. I shall endeavor to always be here to help as long as you want me.
Sincere thanks
Bob
Veteran - 10% discount
CAP - 10% discount
Hypertension
Pilots often worry about high blood pressure. No pilot should ever lose their medical certification due to high blood pressure. Years of experience has proved that normally angst over the physical examination causes an isolated increase in blood pressure. This is often known as white coat hypertension and is not disqualifying. The FAA acknowledges that the angst ever flight physical can cause a brief temporary rise in blood pressure and subsequently allows a blood pressure of 155/95 to be qualifying. For pilots interested, ATP Medicine is happy to provide information and assistance with non-pharmacological treatment of hypertension. Even in the pilot does have genuine hypertension, not complete treated by alternative methods, and is required to have blood pressure medication, that is certainly not a problem. Most of the usual blood pressure medications are approved by the FAA. The FAA has become even more lenient with hypertension in that EKG and lab tests are not required for hypertension were. Bloodwork is rarely needed.