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Can I get a medical certificate for a university exam?
Last Updated
February 19, 2025
Short Answer

Yes, Abby doctors can provide a medical certificate for missed university exams, but only if there is clear medical evidence that you were unfit to sit the exam.

Many universities require students to submit a valid medical certificate if they miss an exam due to illness or injury. Abby doctors can issue these certificates if medically justified.

What Do I Need to Qualify for a Medical Certificate?

A doctor can issue a certificate if you meet one or more of the following conditions:

✅ You were too unwell to attend your exam due to illness or injury.

✅ You had a medical condition that impaired your ability to perform during the exam.

✅ You had a severe mental health episode that impacted your ability to concentrate or complete the exam.

✅ You were hospitalised or required urgent medical care on the day of the exam.

🚨 Feeling stressed or underprepared is not a valid reason for a medical certificate. Doctors must have a clear medical basis for issuing a certificate.

How to Get a University Medical Certificate Through Abby

  1. Book a Telehealth consultation with an Abby doctor.
  2. Explain your symptoms and when they started.
  3. Your doctor will assess whether your condition qualifies for a medical certificate.
  4. If approved, your certificate will be emailed to you immediately after your consultation.
  5. Submit your certificate to your university’s student services department along with any required forms.

What Information Will Be on My Medical Certificate?

A university medical certificate typically includes:

  • Your name and date of birth.
  • Date of the consultation.
  • The period of illness and whether you were unfit to sit your exam.
  • A doctor’s signature and provider number.

💡 The certificate will not state your specific diagnosis for privacy reasons unless explicitly required by your university.

What If My University Does Not Accept the Certificate?

Some universities have specific forms or requirements for medical certificates. If your university does not accept your certificate, you can:

Check their policy – Some universities require a doctor to complete a specific form.

Contact Abby Support – If additional details are needed, a follow-up consultation may be required.

Book a follow-up appointment to request any modifications within reasonable legal and ethical limits.

💡 It is your responsibility to check your university’s medical certificate policy before your consultation.

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