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DOT Physicals: How It Works, Explained Simply

Commercial drivers need a DOT physical to stay on the road. Most commercial drivers are required to have one. A fact-checked patient-education video about dot physicals — educational only, not medical advice.

Video Transcript

Commercial drivers need a DOT physical to stay on the road. Most commercial drivers are required to have one. The exam reviews vision, hearing, and more. Passing it gives a medical certificate to carry. The certificate can be valid for up to two years. Not every clinic offers DOT exams, so it helps to call ahead. A DOT physical keeps qualified drivers cleared to work.

This video is educational only and is not medical advice. Every patient is different — talk to your provider about your specific situation.

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