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A series of face-to-face interviews with pairs of examiners. It covers subspecialty topics including upper gastrointestinal surgery, colorectal surgery, vascular surgery, transplantation, breast surgery, endocrine surgery, general surgery emergency care, and critical care. Why Companion Cases Are Critical for Viva Success
The true value of a "companion" text is its ability to work in harmony with other materials to reinforce your knowledge. Here are some key resources to use alongside your main revision guide.
: Published in September 2022 , this edition is fully updated with new cases, including scenarios relevant to COVID-19 experiences. Key Content and Exam Structure A series of face-to-face interviews with pairs of examiners
Immersive courses, such as the Whipps Cross FRCS Higher Surgery Course , offer invaluable mock viva sessions and lectures just before the exam. Other well-known courses are offered by The Christie and GenSurg FRCS .
The secret to passing the FRCS Intercollegiate Exam in General Surgery is projecting . When looking through companion case scenarios, never lose sight of the bigger picture: patient safety, resource management, and knowing when to ask for help from subspecialist colleagues. Here are some key resources to use alongside
: The layout mirrors the "viva voce" (oral exam) format, starting with a clinical scenario and building toward detailed questions on pathology and physiology .
FRCS Companion Cases are a series of case studies that provide a comprehensive and systematic approach to learning and preparing for the General Surgery component of the Intercollegiate MRCS exam. These cases are designed to mimic real-life clinical scenarios, allowing candidates to develop their critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. The cases cover a wide range of topics in General Surgery, including emergency and elective surgery, surgical specialties, and perioperative care. Other well-known courses are offered by The Christie
Alongside case-based books, you must be comfortable with standard surgical textbooks. Recommended texts include Bailey & Love's Short Practice of Surgery and the ATLS Manual .
Interpreting Sestamibi scans and localized ultrasound to perform targeted parathyroidectomy. Key Clinical Classifications to Memorize
The FRCS Companion: Cases for the Intercollegiate Exam in General Surgery is widely considered an essential resource for candidates preparing for the Section 2 (Oral and Clinical) component of the FRCS (Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons) examination.