Bureau Home Bureau Home About Us Leadership Key Topics Careers at MED HomeBureaus & Offices > Under Secretary for Management ...Bureau of Medical Services hide Bureau of Medical Services Our Mission The Bureau of Medical Services advances U.S. national security by promoting and safeguarding the health and well-being of America’s diplomatic community. That community, numbering more than 70,000 individuals from over 75 federal agencies, relies on the Bureau’s medical professionals for preventative, primary, and emergency medical care while they are posted abroad. Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ayan H. Ahmed Noor Find it Fast Medical Clearances Mental Health Clearances Educational Consults Special Needs Education Allowance (SNEA) Suicide Prevention Medical Clearances Medical Clearances are a feature of life for those in the Foreign Service, and MED’s modernized clearance process is designed to be a collaborative dialogue regarding your health needs in the context of potential posts of assignment. Learn More About Medical Clearances Medical Clearances Mental Health Clearances MED’s Mental Health professionals participate as necessary in the medical clearance process, using education, counseling, and collaboration regarding your mental health needs and mental health care resources at potential posts of assignment. Learn More About Mental Health Clearances Mental Health Clearances Educational Consults If you are the parent of a child with special educational needs, MED’s Child and Family Program is your partner in exploring options, tools, and resources for managing your child’s special educational needs while overseas, including resource capabilities at potential posts of assignment. Learn More About MED’s Educational Consults Educational Consults Special Needs Education Allowance (SNEA) The Special Needs Education Allowance (SNEA) assists with funding special education and related educationally required services for dependent children of employees who are eligible for the Department of State Education Allowance. Learn More About SNEA Special Needs Education Allowance (SNEA) Suicide Prevention Serious mental health challenges can affect anyone and can often seem to appear suddenly. In too many cases, particularly around holidays, these challenges can lead to tragic results. If you or someone you know is struggling with mental health concerns, it’s important to seek help. Reach out to a mental health professional, support network, or helpline for guidance and support. Find Suicide Prevention Resources Here Suicide Prevention
