How to Pass the Postgraduate Orthopaedic Exam

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In this Wednesday evening mentor session, participants gather to share insights and experiences about succeeding in the FRCS exam, with a stellar guest speaker, Abdul-Jabbar, who recently passed the exam. The session emphasizes essential strategies such as focusing on basic science, technique, and safety, which have been highlighted by previous speakers over the last three and a half years. Abdul-Jabbar recalls his study approach, favoring Miller and Ramachandran for essential knowledge while underlining the importance of understanding the revised exam format due to recent changes, including those caused by COVID-19. He invites an interactive dialogue, encouraging attendees to ask questions via a chat, ensuring they feel comfortable participating and clarifying doubts.



Abdul-Jabbar discusses how preparation should involve extensive studying—suggested to be 20 to 30 hours per week—and advises against avoidance of less common exam topics that can appear frequently. He also mentions the importance of systematic answering, where an organized method can help manage the limited exam time effectively. The session concludes with a consensus on the necessity of practicing with mock exams, joining courses for a comprehensive understanding, and finding study partners to foster a productive learning environment.

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