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Tackling the MRCP Exams: Essential Resources for Your Journey

Navigating the challenging landscape of the MRCP (Membership of the Royal College of Physicians) examinations can be a daunting task. However, with the right tools and resources, this journey becomes far more manageable. This guide aims to introduce you to the best study resources to help you prepare efficiently.


The Royal College of Physicians: Your Starting Point

The official RCP website is your initial stop. Here, you’ll find the syllabus, exam format, and all the essential details of the MRCP exams, forming the cornerstone of your exam preparation strategy.


Websites: A Modern Study Ally

Websites like Geeky Medics, OnExamination, and Pastest provide a wealth of resources. Geeky Medics offers free revision resources, including OSCE guides, clinical skills videos, clinical cases, and quizzes. OnExamination and Pastest provide extensive question banks designed in the MRCP exam format, perfect for self-assessment.

  • Geeky Medics: This website offers free medical student revision resources, including OSCE guides, clinical skills videos, clinical cases, and quiz questions that can be helpful in the revision process.
  • OnExamination: This website provides an extensive collection of revision questions tailored to the format of the MRCP exams. They offer a specific MRCP question bank.
  • Pastest: Another resource for MRCP revision questions with an extensive question bank.

Books: The Cornerstone of Preparation

‘Passmedicine to MRCP’ is a comprehensive guide covering the entire MRCP syllabus. ‘Basic Medical Sciences for MRCP Part 1’ by Philippa Easterbrook is tailored for the first part of the exam, while ‘Cases for PACES’ by Stephen Hoole is an excellent resource for Part 2.

  • Passmedicine to MRCP: This is a comprehensive guide that covers the syllabus for the MRCP exams.
  • Basic Medical Sciences for MRCP Part 1 by Philippa Easterbrook: This book is particularly useful for Part 1 of the exam.
  • Cases for PACES by Stephen Hoole: This is very useful for Part 2 of the exam, the PACES.

Online Courses: Tailored for Your Success

Online courses like those provided by Pastest and BMJ OnExamination offer video lectures, revision notes, and questions on various topics relevant to the MRCP exams. These courses can be particularly helpful in consolidating your understanding and clarifying complex concepts.

  • Pastest Online Revision for MRCP: This offers video lectures, revision notes, and questions on various topics relevant to the MRCP exams.
  • BMJ OnExamination’s MRCP Part 1 and Part 2 revision resources: This includes mock tests, revision questions, and learning resources.

Question Banks: Practice Makes Perfect

  • MRCP(UK) ‘Syllabus and Regulations’ Document: It’s important to review past papers to familiarize yourself with the format of the exam and question styles. This document provides past papers and guidance on the format of the exam.
  • Passmedicine: This platform offers a large question bank for the MRCP exams, offering practice questions and mock tests.
  • ReviseMRCP: Offers extensive question banks for MRCP Part 1, 2 and PACES.

While these resources form the bedrock of your preparation, remember the importance of regular clinical exposure, interaction with peers, and learning from more experienced physicians. This hands-on experience, combined with active learning from reputable medical journals, is critical to broaden your understanding and enhance practical skills.

Embarking on your MRCP exams doesn’t have to be an overwhelming journey. With dedication, the right resources, and a well-structured approach, you’re well on your way to achieving your MRCP. Happy studying!


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