Lets say that I am enlisting as a HM E-3, and get orders to FMTB at Pendleton for a 8404 (FMF Field Medical Service Technician) rating after A-School. I've taken some pre-op exams here and am very qualified, but I cant afford the surgery, and plan on using the navy to pay for it so I can go to spec ops after a few years as an 8404. I got a 93 on ASVAB and am physically qualified for the SO rating, just cant see very well (400). So about when would I expect to be able to get the surgery, assuming that I DO get the chance to go to FMTB for 8404? Thanks everyone I really appreciate all your help