About
Dr. Gerda Augustin, MD, MPH has performed USCIS immigration medical examinations since 2008. She holds dual credentials: a medical degree and a Master of Public Health. USCIS designates her as a Civil Surgeon, authorizing her to complete Form I-693 for green card applicants.
Dr. Augustin brings her public health training to every exam, pairing clinical accuracy with a careful eye on current USCIS requirements. She serves patients in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. Her approach centers on accuracy, privacy, and a non-judgmental environment for individuals and families navigating the immigration process. She also designed the Immigration Medical Exam Toolkit, an operational system she built from real clinical experience to help other practices launch I-693 services efficiently.
Education & Training
Additional Training
MPH (Master of Public Health)
Certifications
Languages
English, Spanish, Haitian Creole
Who is Dr. Augustin right for?
Dr. Augustin serves adults and children who need USCIS Form I-693 completed for a green card application. She works with individuals and families at all stages of the immigration process, from first-time applicants to those needing re-certification. Patients who require multilingual support in Spanish or Haitian Creole find her practice well-equipped. Those who want a fast turnaround benefit from her Express service, while applicants with more flexible timelines can choose the Standard path.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Dr. Augustin specializes exclusively in USCIS Form I-693 Immigration Medical Examinations. She holds designation as a USCIS Civil Surgeon and has performed immigration medical exams since 2008. Her MD and Master of Public Health inform her careful, compliance-focused approach to every exam.
Yes. USCIS designates Dr. Augustin as a Civil Surgeon, which authorizes her to complete and sign Form I-693. Only USCIS-designated Civil Surgeons hold this authorization. Dr. Augustin has maintained this designation and actively performed I-693 exams since 2008.
Dr. Augustin communicates with patients in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole. The practice provides intake and support materials in all three languages to help applicants navigate every step of the process clearly.
Dr. Augustin has performed immigration medical exams since 2008. That depth of experience means she understands the evolving USCIS requirements and how to complete the I-693 accurately and efficiently.
Dr. Augustin holds an MD and a Master of Public Health. USCIS also designates her as a Civil Surgeon. Her public health background supports her attention to vaccine compliance, documentation accuracy, and current USCIS standards.
Yes. Dr. Augustin performs I-693 exams for both adults and children under 18. The practice offers separate pricing tiers for minors, with dedicated intake forms for patients under 18.
Dr. Augustin designed the Immigration Medical Exam Toolkit as an operational system for other clinics that want to offer I-693 services. She built it from her own clinical experience, not theory. The toolkit covers intake, documentation, workflow, and staff training. A single-clinic license is available for $299.
Yes. Dr. Augustin conducts virtual intake and record review sessions as part of the Express service and as a standalone nationwide virtual intake option. The in-person physical exam still takes place at one of her office locations, but the virtual visit allows her to review medical history and vaccine records in advance.
Doctor profile last updated April 11, 2026