The University of Alabama at Birmingham

Human Resources

What documentation do I provide for a leave of absence?

No paper documentation is needed to request a leave of absence. The request form is online. You can find it here.


You will give your physician a paper Medical Certification Form. This form must be completed before your leave can be approved. 


A verification of birth is needed for the non-birthing parent to be given Paid parental leave.


Before you return to work a medical release document will need to be submitted to Employee Health from your physician, medically clearing you to return to work. 


All medical documentation is submitted to Employee Health. 


Employee Health

Fax: 205-975-6900

Email: medleavedocs@uabmc.edu



By Francesca Collins | Modified on: Wed, 3 Nov, 2021 at 3:09 PM
The information in this article has been verified as up-to-date on the date of publication. All information is for general purposes only and not intended to address the specific circumstances of any particular individual. For specific questions or support, contact us at humanresources@uab.edu.

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