06/11/2024
Hello Drs,
I noticed that many candidates seemed worried today after seeing that AMC exam dates from March to May are in person only. Take a deep breath—there’s no need to panic. I went through the face-to-face exam myself and honestly found it preferable, especially since it lets you perform physical exams rather than just explaining them!
While we can’t predict future changes, having taught on an online platform since 2018 (when there were no online exams), I’d like to share some reassuring insights about the in-person format:
1. Content and Knowledge : You can keep focusing on what you’re studying now—Women’s Health, Medicine, Surgery, Paediatrics, Psychiatry. The case types and knowledge needed haven’t changed much between online and face-to-face formats, so you’re already on the right track!
2. PE Findings: In F2F exams, there are sometimes cases where you’ll need to ask the examiner for PE findings one by one after taking the history. The key here is managing your time well and avoiding unnecessary questions. I had a few cases like this back in 2018 in my own exam, and trust me, it’s very manageable! Still, there were some cases where you'll receive a PEFE card without the need to ask one by one.
3. Performing Physical Exams: You’ll actually get to do the physical exam on a person or a manikin, which I find much more engaging! If you use the correct techniques, your chances of passing these cases are high. And don’t stress about complex cases—this isn’t MRCP, so distinguishing murmurs, for example, isn’t typically expected in AMC.
So, stay calm and confident. You've got this! Let's ace the exam!