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DOT Physicals & Occupational Medicine in Kansas City
Physician-led DOT physicals and occupational medicine in Blue Springs and the Kansas City metro. CDL exams, injury care, work conditioning and employer coordination.
A DOT physical is the federal FMCSA exam that decides whether a commercial driver is medically fit to drive, and occupational medicine covers the workplace physicals, injury care and return-to-work support that keep staff safe. At Core Medical Center, a physician-led team performs the exam and treats any injury behind it under one roof.
DOT Physicals & Occupational Medicine in Kansas City
Need a DOT physical or workplace injury care in the Kansas City metro? Core Medical Center is a physician-led, integrated clinic in Blue Springs where commercial drivers, employers and injured workers get fast, accurate exams and follow-up treatment in one building. We see drivers and employees from across Greater Kansas City, minutes from Saint Luke’s East Hospital.
In short: a DOT physical is the federal exam that determines whether a commercial driver is medically fit to operate a vehicle, and occupational medicine covers the exams, injury care and return-to-work support that keep your workforce safe and compliant. We handle both.
What a DOT Physical Covers
A Department of Transportation physical is the medical exam the FMCSA requires before you can hold or renew a commercial driver’s license. At Core Medical Center the exam is performed by Dr. Aston Goldsworthy, a certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry (NRCME), so your certificate is valid the day you pass it. The exam reviews:
- Vision and hearing against the federal CDL standard
- Blood pressure, heart and lung function
- Urinalysis screening for underlying conditions
- Medical history, current medications and managed conditions
- Sleep apnea risk, diabetes and other factors that affect driving safety
You leave with the completed medical examiner’s certificate (the “med card”) when you meet the standard, and clear next steps if a condition needs to be documented or managed first.
Occupational Medicine for Employers and Workers
Occupational medicine is the broader service line that keeps a workforce healthy and a business compliant. We work directly with employers, safety managers and individual workers across the Kansas City metro on:
- Pre-employment and fit-for-duty physicals
- Drug and alcohol screening coordination
- On-the-job injury evaluation and treatment
- Return-to-work and light-duty recommendations
- Functional capacity and ergonomic guidance
Because our medical, chiropractic, physical therapy and rehabilitation teams share one Blue Springs building, an injured employee can go from evaluation to treatment to documented return to duty without bouncing between facilities.
Conditions and Injuries We Treat
Workplace and driving-related complaints we commonly evaluate include back pain, herniated disc, repetitive-strain injuries of the hand and wrist, and neuropathy, along with shoulder, knee and lifting injuries. Your provider connects the diagnosis to the right mix of medical care, therapy and conditioning, and documents it clearly for your employer or claim.
When recovery calls for structured reconditioning, our lead physical therapist Matt Elniff guides work conditioning and work hardening so you return to the job at full capacity, not just symptom-free.
Occupational Medicine Doctors in Kansas City
Employers and injured workers looking for occupational medicine doctors in Kansas City need more than a screening counter, they need clinicians who can examine, treat and document in one place. Our physician-led team handles the full range, from DOT and pre-employment exams to on-the-job injury care and return-to-work planning, at our Blue Springs, MO clinic and our Overland Park, KS location across the metro. Because diagnosis and treatment live under one roof, the same occupational medicine team that evaluates an injury also manages the recovery and the documentation.
Why Core Medical Center
We are a physician-led clinic, not a quick-stop screening counter. That means a DOT exam, an injury and a return-to-work plan can all be handled by a coordinated team that talks to each other and to you. Drivers value the speed; employers value the accuracy and the single point of contact. As both a chiropractor practice and a pain control clinic under one roof, we can treat the injury behind a failed or borderline exam rather than just flag it.
For workers hurt on the job, we also offer related support through our workers’ compensation and OWCP doctor services, so federal and private-sector employees both have a clear path to care and documentation.
What to Expect at Your Visit
Booking is simple, and same-week appointments are typically available for DOT physicals and new injury evaluations. Bring a photo ID, your medication list, and paperwork for any managed condition (glasses, hearing aids, CPAP data, blood pressure or diabetes records) so we can finish the exam in one visit. If you are an employer setting up ongoing occupational services, our front desk will connect you with the team that coordinates exams and injury care for your staff.
Ready to get on the road or back to work? Book your DOT physical or occupational medicine visit in Blue Springs today.
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What Our Patients Say
Every thing was wonderful. I had therapy for my knees and everyone was very helpful. Hailey and doyen were very helpful with my Dot physical
Class A CDL physical, reasonable cost, high quality, professionally done.
Good experience since 1996 for chiropractic and for DOT physicals.
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DOT Physicals & Occupational Medicine FAQ
Who can perform my DOT physical at Core Medical Center?
Your DOT physical is performed by Dr. Aston Goldsworthy, a certified medical examiner listed on the National Registry of Certified Medical Examiners (NRCME), at our Blue Springs clinic serving the Greater Kansas City metro. Same-week appointments are typically available, and you leave with the completed medical examiner's certificate when you pass.
What should I bring to a DOT physical for my CDL?
Bring a photo ID, a list of current medications with prescribing providers, and documentation for any managed condition such as glasses or contacts, hearing aids, blood pressure readings, diabetes records, or sleep apnea (CPAP) compliance data. If you use a vision or hearing exemption, bring that paperwork so the exam can be completed in one visit.
Do you handle workplace injuries as well as exams?
Yes. Beyond DOT and pre-employment physicals, we evaluate and treat on-the-job injuries and coordinate physical therapy, work conditioning and return-to-work planning under one roof. For federal employees injured on duty, our OWCP doctor service supports the Department of Labor documentation your claim requires.
