Do you need to put your “life on hold” when preparing for exams?
One of the greatest myths in the medical world is that doctors need to “put their lives on hold”
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Timing. The most important factor in specialist exam success.
It could be argued that choosing the right time to sit a specialist exam is the single most important decision in determining whether an attempt is going to be successful.
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Is it worth aiming for more than a pass?
Many doctors aim no higher than to just pass their specialist exams. If you're not aiming for a prize, surely the exam is a hurdle that needs to be cleared. So why not just aim for a pass?
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How to use lists in clinical exams
Doctors are often discouraged from reciting lists in clinical exams. In this post, we explore how lists can be used effectively in clinical exams.
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How to perform better in clinical exams
A common approach to preparing for clinical exams is for doctors to practise as many different topics as possible. The rationale is that the more topics you prepare, the less you will be suprised on the day of the exam. This seems to make good sense, but what if there are underlying issues that limit[...]
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Consulting in Queensland 18-19 July
I will be consulting on the Gold Coast 18-19 July 2018
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The Home Straight
The ACEM fellowship clinical exam starts next week. Avoid the temptation to ramp up your study now. Take your foot off the gas and take care of yourself. Good luck!
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Support for #BPT trainees affected by recent exam
I will also be offering free appointments at my rooms for #BPT trainees affected by recent exam
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