We are renovating your PLAB 2 preparation experience. In this episode, I share what I have been doing for our PLAB 2 candidates the past few weeks PLUS I announce a new SAVER subscription plan we are rolling out this festive season. And I share a little personal news with all our listeners. Preparing for PLAB 2 has never been any more convenient. Book your virtual seat with UKME now: https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses Eager to put what you learned into action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock...

In this episode, I explore Vomiting during pregnancy and the signs to look for in a possible OSCE scenario.  I also touch upon what to say to your patient, its effect on the baby, some of the most effective self-help measures you can tell your patient, and when admission is warranted.   Join the UKME PLAB 2 buzz on telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/MlKz3kycXEI5EOBORA1ZTg  #Team_UKME #hundreds_of_doctors_cannot_be_wrong  Book your UKME online PLAB 2 Prep course...

In this episode, I am having the pleasure of hosting Dr. Elle who has just cleared her PLAB 2 after attending the UK Made Easy Online Academy. We delve into many things from why she decided to go with the PLAB pathway to what she now has to say to doctors embarking on their PLAB 2 journey. We touch upon things like her impressions on exam roleplayers. Effect of your language efficiency on how well you could possibly do and how much time of serious dedicated practice you probably would need...

In this episode, I explore the term Next of Kin. What it means on a hospital form and how far can they be involved in patient care. Some of the questions I answer are; Does a next of kin have to be a blood relative? What is the difference between a next of kin and a power of attorney? Join the UKME PLAB 2 buzz on telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/MlKz3kycXEI5EOBORA1ZTg #Team_UKME #hundreds_of_doctors_cannot_be_wrong Order the UK Made Easy Mock Service...

In this episode, I explore Optic Neuritis and how it could possibly present in an OSCE scenario. Some of the questions I answer are; what is Optic Neuritis? What are its types? How to distinguish between them? What are the most important signs and symptoms? And how to manage such a condition? Join the UKME PLAB 2 buzz on telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/MlKz3kycXEI5EOBORA1ZTg #Team_UKME #hundreds_of_doctors_cannot_be_wrong Order the UK Made Easy Mock Service...

In this episode, I explore how to hand over medical information about your patients using the SBAR approach. What SBAR stands for? Why is it important for your PLAB 2 and later on for your job? Are some of the questions I discuss and I put into action relaying medical information about my patient to the A&E. Join the UKME PLAB 2 buzz on telegram: https://t.me/joinchat/MlKz3kycXEI5EOBORA1ZTg #Team_UKME #hundreds_of_doctors_cannot_be_wrong The UK Made Easy podcast is now available on...

In this episode, we explore an OSCE scenario where you are asked to provide consultation for a pregnant patient with high odds for Domestic Violence. This episode is comprised of two segments; the role-play and the feedback and both are conducted by Dr Seif. This is part of the UKME Mock service where we help doctors do some fine-tuning to their performance and highlight some tactics and strategies to incorporate. This episode is part of the UK Made Easy Podcast available on: Apple...

In this episode, I attempt to provide you with a birds-eye view of Palliative Care, how it can be part of countless PLAB 2 scenarios along with the distinction between its different categories. Some of the questions I raise and answer are; How to gather data in a Palliative Care scenario? Who to involve? And How to get the patient on board? Eager to put what you learned into action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock service where we deliver personalized pointers both clinically and interpersonally...

In this episode, I delve into the definition of Clinical Governance as part of my preparation for anticipated medical interviews. Clinical Governance is actually one of the things that you and I, as IMGs, can’t afford to walk into an interview for any NHS Trust without knowing what it stands for, why it is important, and what the seven pillars it’s based upon are. So I have done the heavy lifting of reading about it and in this episode, I deliver a quick review of the most important things...

📣📣Book your UKME PLAB 2 Mock service at 📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/book-online In this episode, I answer a question I received from one of our esteemed listeners and candidates. She sent me asking," Dr. Seif, my exam is in a week! How do you recommend I spend that time?” I pondered this question and recalled my own experience. I still remember it vividly for the whole experience is carved into my memory. I ended up writing what looked like an essay and was inspired to further sum it up...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, I am having the pleasure of hosting Dr. Olga who has just cleared her PLAB 2 after attending the UK Made Easy Online Academy. We delve into many things from why she decided to go with the PLAB pathway to what she now has to say to doctors embarking on their PLAB 2 journey. And as a bonus I received an invitation to her daughter’s barbecue party should I be able...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, I delve into the four main ethics principles that always come to play around making ethical decisions as a doctor in the UK. It’s my belief that knowing and understanding those principles is what is going to help me and hopefully you, the listener, to formulate answers for medical interview questions revolving around ethical matters in a way that leaves the...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, I take a few steps back to congratulate doctors who just cleared their PLAB 1 and are ready to embark on their PLAB 2 journey. I am happy to be joined by our own Dr Nada and we delve into a long-anticipated chat about all the questions we had after we cleared PLAB 1. We touch upon questions like what is PLAB 2, what is an OSCE examination, the things that are...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, we listen to a recording of a PLAB 2 scenario where a patient is presenting because they have been in contact with a meningitis patient. This scenario is role-played and critiqued by our own Dr Ramy. This episode includes detailed feedback touching upon possible symptoms, the sort of examination you’re expected to carry out and how to be such a safe...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, Dr. Nada deep dives into what proper Signposting should sound like. How to make a smooth transition between different segments of your consultation without sounding awkward or worse, scripted. She also delves into a very interesting pneumonic to help you remember why you’re signposting in the very first place. Eager to put what you learned into action? Check out...

Today, I am introducing a new theme that I want to discuss on this podcast; how to go about preparing your applications and contemplating your answers to possible interview questions for your first job in the UK In this episode, I talk about why this is such a crucial stop on your way to the UK, what step in my journey I am currently at during the time of recording this episode, and important tips from my readings. My hope is for me to stay positive and for you to gather some ideas about...

📣📣UKME PLAB 2 Preparation Course, November batch NOW OPEN for registration📣📣 https://www.ukmadeeasy.net/courses In this episode, We listen to a recording of a PLAB 2 scenario about tension headache role-played and critiqued by our lovely Dr Nada. This episode includes detailed feedback touching upon various reasons for headaches, why the pain ladder doesn’t apply here, and how to form a holistic management approach. Eager to put what you learned into action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock...

In this episode, Dr Seif discusses the term Euthanasia. What it means, all the different concepts connected to it, and how it can present in PLAB 2 scenarios or medical interviews. He also touches upon one of the most famous stories related to Euthanasia. Eager to put what you learned into action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock service where we deliver personalized pointers both clinically and interpersonally to put you on the track of clearing your PLAB 2...

In this episode, Dr Nada and Dr Seif discuss the different ways of introducing yourself when you walk into the cubicle and greet the patient. They also delve into their recommended approach for inquiring about the patient’s name avoiding any awkwardness as you start. Should you use your title? Would you change your intro in different scenarios and whether it is better to call the patients by their first names. Eager to put what you learned in action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock service where...

In this episode, Dr Seif goes over one of the most overlooked parts in preparation for your PLAB 2 examination; how to spend the minute and a half you get before walking into the cubicle for your PLAB 2 scenario. Understandably, this is one of the most nerve-wracking moments, and if you don’t have a tactic for how to spend them, they will only serve in making you realize how adrenaline-flooded you really are. Eager to put what you learned in action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock service where...

In this episode, Dr. Ramy addresses one of the most asked questions about how and when to share investigation results with your patient. Should you disclose at the beginning or at the end? Should you start with normal or abnormal results? How about disclosing serious illnesses like malignancy? Eager to put what you learned in action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock service where we deliver personalized pointers both clinically and interpersonally to put you on the track of clearing your PLAB 2...

In this episode, we explore an OSCE scenario where you are asked to provide consultation about the MMR vaccine. This episode is comprised of two segments; the role-play and the feedback and both are conducted by our own Dr Seif. This is part of the UKME Mock service where we help doctors do some fine-tuning to their performance and highlight some tactics and strategies to incorporate. This episode is part of the UK Made Easy Podcast available on: Google...

In this episode, Dr Nada walks you through how the PLAB 2 examiners evaluate you in the cubicle. While your focus is always with the patient, it is of tremendous help to know how the other person in the cubicle i.e. the examiner sees you and how to pivot should you encounter any challenges. These are some of the things we wish someone has told us before our examinations because they can have a huge impact on performance. Eager to put what you learned in action? Check out our PLAB 2 mock...

In this episode, we discuss common tactics for approaching a scenario with an angry patient. A scenario that throws many doctors off track for understandable reasons. We dive into how you should approach such a scenario and how to get off on the right foot. We also explore why focusing on managing the anger is NOT your failsafe way of clearing the scenario. This episode is part of the UK MADE EASY Podcast available...