Succeeding in the MRCS Part B Exam (Medipass) - Softcover

Pawa, Nikhil; Ypsilantis, Efthymios

Softcover

ISBN 10: 144538227X ISBN 13: 9781445382272

Publisher: UNKNO, 2013

Synopsis

This clear and concise revision guide has been written to aid surgical trainees in their effective preparation for the new format MRCS Part B examination. It covers material on all five broad content areas of the OCSE format and includes a detailed section on effective communication skills. Chapters are structured in a logical manner with examples from the examination. Text is provided in short bullet points and simplified diagrams. Important references regarding trials and national guidelines have been added for further preparation. This time-saving MRCS Part B revision guide is written by doctors who have excelled in the MRCS Part B, provides practice scenarios similar to what you will face in the exam and is structured according to Royal College of Surgeons Guidelines. It addresses the five key areas you will be examined on: anatomy and surgical pathology, surgical skills and patient safety, communication skills, applied surgical science and critical care and clinical skills in history-taking and physical examination. This engaging and easy-to-use revision guide will provide you with everything you need to know to fully prepare for all aspects of the MRCS Part B exam, and is an essential book for any person who wants to excel.

About this title

About the Author

Nikhil Pawa completed his primary degree in 2002 and expanded his academic interest by completing a Medical Law MSc from Canterbury, a Surgical Technology MSc from Imperial College and a Certificate in Postgraduate Education from Dundee. Having completed the MRCS and his basic surgical training (Nottingham) Nikhil has written this book to help individuals succeed in the new style MRCS exam format. Efthymios Ypsilantis is a General Surgery Specialty Registrar in East Anglia. He is a member of the Royal College of Surgeons of England since 2006. His experience of success in the MRCS, USMLEs and an MPhil in Surgery (Cambridge) has qualified him with strong insight and "know-how" in succeeding in surgical examinations, which have been embedded in this book.

Edition details

• Publisher: UNKNO
• Publication date: 2013
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 144538227X
• ISBN 13: 9781445382272
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 200