Gary Magee BA., M.D., C.C.F.P., C.M.M.E
• Doctor of Medicine, University of Toronto, 1965
• Civil Aviation Medical Examiner, Transport Canada, 1985 to present
• Marine Medical Examiner, Transport Canada
• Consultant/ Aviation Medical Officer Associate, Transport Canada, 2000 to present
Membership/Affiliations
- AOPA (American Owners and Pilots Association)
- EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association, OshKosh)
- Buttonville Flying Club
- Dwight Flying Club
- Medical Examiner with Seneca College Aviation Program, 1990 to present
- Professional affiliations with Jazz Air LP, Porter Air, Georgian Air, West Jet
- Affiliations with Brampton Flight School, Markham Canadian Flyers, Island Air Flight School
- Affiliations with several squadrons of Air Cadets across Ontario
- Active Licensed Private Pilot
Philosophy
My goal, while practising aviation and marine medicine, is to provide the highest standard of care, while making a difference in both the pilots and seafarers that I have the privilege of meeting. I will strive to make your visit as stress-free as possible. My prime interest is to either put you in the air or keep you in the air (or on the sea) – safely. I will do everything possible to perform your aviation or marine medicals at your convenience, since I understand the difficult schedules of both pilots and mariners.
Marine Medicals What to expect
A Marine Medical Examination may only be carried out by a certified Canadian Marine Medical Examiner.
If assessed as fit, a Provisional Marine Medical Certificate (valid for 6 months) will be given to you immediately. The permanent certificate will be mailed to you from Ottawa. The validity period will be for 2 years, commencing on the date that the initial medical examination was performed.
At each medical, a new Marine Medical Examination Report needs to be completed. You will be required to add your demographics . Questions must be answered regarding family history, medical history, including substance abuse, over the counter drugs, prescription drugs, and alcohol intake Our staff will check your height, weight, blood pressure, distance and colour vision, hearing, and urine.
RESOURCES
Flight Schools
- Seneca Aviation – www.senecac.on.ca/school/aviation
- Brampton Flight Centre – www.bramptonflightcentre.com
- Island Air Flight School – www.flyislandair.net
- Markham Canadian Flyers – www.canadianflyers.com
- Waterloo/Wellington Flight Centre – www.wwfc.ca
- Canadian Flight Academy, Oshawa - www.canadianflightacademy.ca
- Toronto Airways, Buttonville - www.torontoairways.com
Organizations of Interest
- AOPA (American Owners and Pilots Association) – www.aopa.org
- COPA (Canadian Owners and Pilots Association) – www.copanational.org
- EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association – Osh Kosh) – www.eaa.org
- Air Cadets – www.cadets.ca
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
1What should I bring to the medical?
• If it is your first aviation or marine medical examination, please bring one piece of photo ID.
• If you are a licensed pilot, please bring your licence for Dr. Magee to stamp your renewal.
• If you wear glasses or contact lenses, please bring a current prescription from your eye doctor. If you are wearing contact lenses, you must be able to remove them during the physical.
• If you have had a previously documented or recent medical event, please bring copies of your medical records.
• Please bring your preferred method of payment – cash, Debit, Mastercard, or Visa. Aviation and Marine medical examinations are NOT covered under any health card plans.
• If you are a licensed pilot, please bring your licence for Dr. Magee to stamp your renewal.
• If you wear glasses or contact lenses, please bring a current prescription from your eye doctor. If you are wearing contact lenses, you must be able to remove them during the physical.
• If you have had a previously documented or recent medical event, please bring copies of your medical records.
• Please bring your preferred method of payment – cash, Debit, Mastercard, or Visa. Aviation and Marine medical examinations are NOT covered under any health card plans.
2How frequently do I need a medical?
• Please refer to the section “Medical examination requirements for pilots”.
• Seafarers need an examination every 2 years
3Do I need an ECG this time?
This varies according to your age and category. Please check the section “Medical examination requirements for pilots”.
4What is the difference between a Cat. 1 and Cat.3 medical?
• A Category 1 medical is a Commercial licence.
• A Category 3 is a Private licence.
• A Category 3 is a Private licence.
TESTIMONIALS
Sandy Thomson
"I've been working with Dr. Magee for more years than I can remember. I live in Burlington so why I decided to go to Thornhill is hard to figure, except I recognize quality and that's what I get with Dr. Magee. A few years ago in a snowboarding accident, I suffered a serious head injury and lost my medical for a year. Gary helped me get it back and I've never had a problem since. If there is nothing fundamentally wrong and you need an ally on the medical side, Dr. Magee is your man. A pilot himself with empathy, he is the best AME I have ever had."
Kenneth Stricker
"Dr. Gary Magee has been my aviation doctor for many, many years. I look forward to my yearly visits with Gary as he is always upbeat and informative. Gary is immersed in aviation and has helped many pilots over the years."
Malcolm Ducharme AA97346
"I have been flying as a commercial and a corporate pilot since the early 1970’s and Dr. Gary Magee has been giving me my MOT medicals since the early 1980’s. I find the doctor and his staff positive towards the Aviation community. Based on my experience, I would not consider going anywhere else."
"I have been using Dr. Gary Magee for my recurrent medicals for years. The reception staff are always friendly and understanding. Dr. Magee is always professional and very friendly and congenial. I am a private pilot of 23 years and past president of The Buttonville Flying Club. WL"
Piyush Gandhi Director, Flight Operations Porter Airlines Inc.
"I have known Dr. Gary Magee for over 22-years. I first came to him as a young 19-year old with ambitions of taking to the skies in what I hoped would be my dream career. The medical exam was my first daunting step but Dr. Magee’s straightforward and friendly demeanour put me at ease immediately. Since then I have looked forward to every visit with Dr. Magee as it provides us an opportunity to catch up, have a few laughs, talk about the business we are both so passionate about and yes, complete the requisite examinations in his effortless manner. He is my trusted aviation medical examiner and I would highly recommend Dr. Magee to anyone who is looking for one."
Paul Hayes
"Dr. Gary Magee has been my CAME and family doctor for over a dozen years. Over that time he has been extremely diligent in ensuring that that my medical category as a pilot has remained in force. As well, on the family side, he has been superb in handling a couple of medical situations that could have jeopardized my ability to continue flying. I am an ex-military pilot so I really treasure the opportunity to continue flying.”
Mark Dixon ATPL, PE, ACP, MBA
“Gary has been my doctor since I moved to Toronto, the service he provides has been excellent! I understand his stick and rudder skills are impressive as well!”
Hensley Duncan Air Canada Jazz Captain (CRJ) Toronto
"Over the years I have found Dr. Magee's experience and knowledge very helpful for both my aviation related and general health concerns. Being a pilot himself gives him a great deal of insight into the concerns and needs of pilots.”
Sid White - MSc; - Civil Aviation Inspector (Ret'd)
"Dr. Gary Magee has been my Aviation Medical Examiner for over 10 years and I have always been impressed by his professionalism and that of his staff. He is very friendly and has a great "Bedside Manner", making the Medical Examination a very comfortable experience. He is astute in giving advice and suggestions for health improvement when required without a hint of a threatening tone. I have had several Medical Examiners in the past that were tardy and incorrect with my medical paperwork but I have never experienced this with Dr. Magee and his staff. I will continue to see him every six months and I highly recommend this gentleman for your pilot Medical Examinations."