I am in for a tough time getting my 3rd Class medical, and I could use any advice or encouragement.

[PeterNSteinmetz]

Perhaps see my FAA medical information page which discusses much of this, including alternatives for flying without the medical and how to do an AME consult without messing up alternatives +
- http://tinyurl.com/faaMedicalInfo.

And talk to Dr. Chien.

 

[Nick C]

[UPDATE]: Thank you to everyone who has helped and given advice. I'm seeing a lot of responses to my original post rather than my update further down in the thread. While it's appreciated, I now have a VERY clear understanding of every aspect and outcome of the "tough certification" pathway. I spent no less than 2 months researching, speaking to multiple AMEs (including Dr. Lou), and corresponding with advocacy groups. I'm leaving the thread up for the sake of others who could use the advice!