Part 2 FRCPath

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What I wish I’d known by Zoie Aiken (a Video by RCPath) – about FRCPath part 2

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Resources for FRCPath Part 2

by Dr Katherine Watson (2016) This article was written in 2016. However, the suggested documents are still very much relevant. Some subjects and links have been updated and new links to replace broken links. Here are some of the resources that I used in preparation for FRCPath part 2, April 2016 Bristol. One of the […]

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How did I prepare for part 2 FRCPath?

One of our registrars passed part 2 recently. I asked him about his preparation. He kindly shared with me some useful tips which may help anyone preparing for part 2. What did you read? What I read was a mix of Here are the links to the resources mentioned Mandell, Douglas, and Bennett’s Principles and […]

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Example of short answer questions and OSPE (FRCPath Microbiology part 2)

A GP has called you about a 2-year-old girl. Her mum noticed scratch marks on the girl's face in the morning. On questioning, Mum told the GP that she noticed a bat in her room but managed to get it out of the room. She doesn't know how long the bat was there or if […]

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What resources do I need to use for FRCPath Microbiology?

FRCPath Microbiology questions are heavily drawn from British and some international guidelines, recent developments relevant to the UK, and recent journal articles (review, meta-analysis, important research articles). Reading books may not be sufficient for these exams, especially for part 2. Here is a list of resources that you should read - Curriculum You must go […]

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Questions for FRCPath Microbiology

Where to find questions for FRCPath Microbiology? Part 1: A. The first question that comes to mind is - Are there any past papers? RCPath does not allow storing past papers; hence only place you can find them is RCPath's website. Find sample questions on the following pages. B. LearnInfection website: This is a BIA […]

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