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02-23-2009, 03:10 PM
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Corpsman
I have debated with myself of possibly becoming a Corpsman for the Marines (I believe its red and blue sides or something right?) Does anyone have any personal experience, info, or anything else helpful. I spoke to a recruiter that came by my school last semester. Just want some opinions, thanks.
Best regards, devin0116
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"Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names."- John F Kennedy "And Shepherds we shall be,For thee, my Lord, for thee,Power hath descended forth from Thy hand,Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands,So we shall flow a river forth to Thee,And teeming with souls shall it ever be,In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti." 
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02-24-2009, 07:14 AM
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Cadet,
I wish our Forum Medic was still here in these Ranks. Sadly, he passed away over a year ago, and Ltl Doc is sure missed. Medics seem to be very dedicated people. They have a passion to take care of their Marines. It is total devotion to their calling as a Medic. I don't have any advice for you, but I hope a Corpsmen will come forward and talk with you and give you the advice you need.
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02-24-2009, 03:32 PM
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Being a Fleet Marine Corpsmen is one of the toughest jobs for a Naval Corpsmen to do, right next to EOD and SEAL Corpsmen, But, earning the title Doc is well worth it, As a FM Corpsmen, you will undergo Naval BCT, then the normal Corpsmen School, and after those two, you will go onto the FMM course, its hell. You are taught some of the best field mediciene the Military Offers, After all your training, you will go onto a Marine unit, Which, could be an Infantry Brigade, a FA Brigade, or a Motor T Brigade, so its just where ever they need you, and from then on, you will wear, Marine Marpats with the BOS stating US NAVY and no EGA's on them, and on your cover, you will place your Rank over the EGA. So you still don't get the chance to fully be a Marine, but no Marine will give you shit, because one day, you might be saving there life, and they will treat you like there own.
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02-24-2009, 04:53 PM
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The Marine Emblem is still on the Cammies, and if the Doc qualifies he can wear it on his cover as well. According to 2 different HMs I've talked with.
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02-24-2009, 05:50 PM
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I know a former Corpsman, I can put you in contact if you would like. He was really satisfied with his job. I know they get tons of respect, and have a reputation for fearlessness that borders insanity.
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02-24-2009, 07:47 PM
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02-24-2009, 09:23 PM
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Thanks everyone for the responses.
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"Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names."- John F Kennedy "And Shepherds we shall be,For thee, my Lord, for thee,Power hath descended forth from Thy hand,Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands,So we shall flow a river forth to Thee,And teeming with souls shall it ever be,In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti."
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03-24-2009, 01:19 PM
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I was a Corpsman for 11 years and I was a "Green-Side" Grunt Corpsman for over 8 of those years. It was great duty!
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John  People say I have a drinking problem! I drink, I get drunk, I fall down! No Problem!
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03-24-2009, 02:57 PM
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Glad to see that we have a "Doc" here now. Well I have a few questions, if you don't mind me asking. If any of my questions seem stupid, I apologize before hand, I don't have much info on the subject.
1. As a Green side Corpsman, what were your likes, dislikes, and experiences? 2. Did you switch units you were attatched to, or just skip around? 3. If I became a Corpsman, would I be able to tranfer services and MOS? Meaning, If I wanted to be a Marine, could I? 4. What was training like? And anything else you wish to convey to me, you are always welcome. Sincerely, devin0116
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"Forgive your enemies, but never forget their names."- John F Kennedy "And Shepherds we shall be,For thee, my Lord, for thee,Power hath descended forth from Thy hand,Our feet may swiftly carry out Thy commands,So we shall flow a river forth to Thee,And teeming with souls shall it ever be,In Nomeni Patri Et Fili Spiritus Sancti."
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