Separation and Retirement Physical Examination 

The SHPE is a single separation examination the Department of Defense and Department of Veterans Affairs use to capture your complete medical history.  

Who needs a Separation History and Physical Exam 

• Service members on active duty for 180 days or more of continuous service 
• Reserve component on AD orders for 180 days or more of continuous service 
• RC on AD orders for 31 days or more in support of a contingency operation 

SHPE Timeline 

Greater than 180 days before separation/retirement: 

• Request a copy of your medical records. 

• If you are planning to file a claim with the VA, it cannot be submitted more than 180 days prior to your date of separation. 

180-90 days before separation/retirement: 

• Initiate SHPE request at https://asimsimr.health.mil/imr/myimr.aspx and complete Form 2807-1. 

Less than 90 days before to separation/retirement: 

• SHPE will need to be completed at MTF, call 229-257-2778 to schedule an appointment. 

Steps to completing your SHPE at the MTF 

1. Complete DD Form 2807-1: Report of Medical History through your MyIMR 

2. Complete audiogram (if indicated on the My IMR dashboard) 

3. Complete any other Individual Medical Readiness requirements not currently green 

4. Schedule/Complete Occupational Health exams, as applicable (active duty only) 

5. Complete SHPE appointments (physical exam scheduled by SHPE nurse) 

6. BOMC signs off separation memo and virtual out-processing 

Additional Information 

If separating/retiring as a result of an MEB, the Disability Evaluation System examination meets the SHPE requirement. Please send a message to the BOMC Clinic via MHS GENESIS Patient Portal TO: Moody 23MDG Flight Medicine BOMC) to request vMPF sign off. 

 
InTransition is a free, voluntary program that provides mental health care support to service members during times of transitioning out of the military. For more information go to: inTransition.