USMLE vs PLAB vs MRCP | WHAT SHOULD YOU DO?

[@kanupriyasharma3165]

I honestly have looked into a hundred of videos for this regard and this by far is the best explanation i have come across. Thankyou so much !!

[@lavnya70]

Thank you!

[@mahjabinmamun4186]

"After looking into detail I decided not to go for it , I said goodbye to my American dream" Your story's almost similar as mine😭

[@lavnya70]

Thank you. All the best.

[@yogiariv]

Mine too...😭 hope I do my PLAB better

[@lavnya70]

@@yogiariv All the best.

[@fatemaakter2240]

But why?

[@shilpasundardas7321]

@lavnya why did you skip USMLE after 6 month preparation? Reason

[@Ck_dEviL]

This the best person i've seen in terms of explanation ... and the response from her is for sure .... THANkS FOR THE HELP MA'AM

[@lavnya70]

Thank you!

[@lavnya70]

***** Cost of USMLE & PLAB mentioned in the video is not accurate**** THESE ARE THE CURRENT FEES (MARCH 2020) kzbin.info/www/bejne/o5erdIGYhcd3gMU Step 1 is $645 (local) $965 (international) Step 2 CK $645 (local) $965 (international) Step 2 Clinical skills $1,300 (local) $1600 (international) Step 3 $895 PLAB 1 $298 £239 PLAB 2 $1071 £860

[@shadeeddiaz7246]

Hi there! I was looking for a video that summarizes the USMLE and UKMLA as these were what were discussed in my class as an option to apply through to practice in those respective countries. We discussed the Canadian and Australian options as well. I only realized halfway through this video that it’s a year old and was surprised as to how much has changed over the span of 1 year with these medical licensing exams. USMLE step 1 is now a pass/fail exam and there is a UKMLA which will be introduced a year before I graduate. Still, this was an informative video but will try and find a more comprehensive video on the exam contents for both in due time. Thank you ✨.

[@sam20091991]

Thanks a lot . One of the best resourceful videos . Simplified to its best .

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@ibringitdtod]

Lavanya mam thank you soo much for making this video. Please keep making more videos we all eagerly wait for your videos.

[@rajdeepsamadder2000]

thank u very much Lavnya , for making such must watch videos for every medicos around the world and specially for the INDIAN mbbs students❤❤

[@nanami154]

I'm a bit confused, I understood in your video that there are specialties in which you don't need to present MRCP? I am interested in doing anesthesiology in the UK but I don't know if I have to present MRCP after PLAB

[@lavnya70]

MRCP is not needed for anaesthetics. MRCP is suitable for senior doctors who wants to pursue the higher medical specialties like gastroenterology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, renal medicine, respiratory etc. MRCP is not needed for other specialties like surgery, paediatrics, psychiatry, general practice, anaesthetics, radiology etc.

[@nanami154]

@@lavnya70 Thank you so much for helping me with my question 💜

[@napulse]

Hi! Thank you for your video. Very helpful. But I still have some questions. I'm an IMG graduated in 2010 in Ukraine. I have a surgery and clinical oncology trainings and practicing oncology in Russia currently. I also passe USMLE Step 1 and 2 (CK+CS), but no Step 3. Do I have any opportunities in UK or do I have to take PLAB?

[@lavnya70]

If you did MBBS outside the UK/EU, you need to register with the GMC. To register with the GMC you can do PLAB or one of the UK specialty exams like MRCP/MRCS/MRCOG/MRCPCH etc. PLAB is suitable for newly qualified doctors and the UK specialty exams will be suitable for more senior doctors.

[@napulse]

@@lavnya70 thank you! What UK specialty exam is better?

[@lavnya70]

@@napulse It depends on what specialty you want to pursue.

[@napulse]

@@lavnya70 I would prefer clinical oncology/chemotherapy

[@lavnya70]

@@napulse Ok, you will need to take MRCP eventually. But if you are a newly qualified doctor, best to take PLAB. MRCP is normally taken during internal medicine training (IMT).

[@MrMassari1231]

But at end of the day after PLAB you must to MRCP in order to progress

[@lavnya70]

Yes, but only if you want to specialise in one of the medical specialties like cardio, resp, derm. If you want to specialise in surgery, paediatrics, general practice etc you do not need the MRCP. You will need to do the other pg exams like mrcs, mrcog, mrcpaeds. So it is not worth doing the MRCP.

[@sofiamaldonado6737]

Lavnya Balenderan if I want urology I need just the plab or the MRCP ?

[@santoshkumar-hv8ts]

@@sofiamaldonado6737 first enter by plab exam ....then later alll

[@santoshkumar-hv8ts]

@@sofiamaldonado6737 y u so much confused...which country ur

[@drdrshahid]

Very nice . keep on doing till you cross 1 million subscriber. Your pronunciation is very nice.

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@shubhrajain9336]

thnku so much for the info.it rilli helped

[@khaledazab]

very clear and convenient

[@andrezalima1225]

thank youu so much!!

[@maithrifernando4566]

No one should consider coming to the UK, with this current economical situation. People here are having to decide whether to have heating or have meals. 😢

[@cardiolgy4714]

Hi dr lavania ..i.wana to know if a person is old graduate and have gap of 5 years working in Saudi Arabia in PHC in between he had a gap of 5 years where he was working in his own town as GP which u know cannot have record now he had passed mrcp exam.. would hw able to get a chance of getting enrolled in cardiology. ..by GMC.. 2nd point is their any age limit..to get in residency programe

[@lavnya70]

Yes, as you have completed MRCP- you can be registered with the GMC. With regards to specialty training in the UK- there is no age limit. As long as you are interested in that specialty and have a good cv/portfolio- you should have a chance of getting in. Have you done all/part of cardiology specilaty/pg training? If you have done pg in cardiology previously- you could try and enter the specialist register via the cesr route.

[@_black_swan]

I have done already done residency in anesthesia and is planning to apply for gmc. I want to ask u that once we get gmc number can we opt for different field and do residency again in other surgical subject... Is there any provision for that?

[@lavnya70]

Yes, you can switch specialties and apply for training again.

[@_black_swan]

Thank you

[@Riswanch6]

Do we(indian citizens) need to pass plab if we study medicine in eu?

[@lavnya70]

No, EU qualifications is recognised!

[@indigorulz]

Great Video! Pls explain the best path for Dermatology in UK, Thank you!

[@lavnya70]

Have you done dermatology training in another country or have prior experience in dermatology? Pathway for dermatology after FY2 - After FY2, apply for internal medicine training (IMT) (2 years). After IMT, apply for higher speciatly training in dermatology (5 years).

[@indigorulz]

Lavnya Balenderan Thank you dear, I have found your previous video where u did talk about Dermatology pathway! Keep up your good work!

[@pranaymali5917]

Hello doctor, I'm an Indian and I've completed my MBBS from Philippines. How do I go about for the plab, please guide.thank you

[@lavnya70]

Do check out this video on Plab kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@arifaqhureshi9580]

Which university u cmpltd mbbs in philliphs

[@Shubho717]

Awesome content....make more and more... Love from India

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@Shubho717]

@@lavnya70 kindly make a video on FRCS & FRCP

[@lavnya70]

@@Shubho717 I have. Do check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYTPoWaehptqfc0

[@islamalsoudi7744]

Hi guys, im a cardiology spreg. In germany, want to move after declaring my board exam next year to become a interventional cardiology consultant. What r my chances to get a post in a good hospital/ uni hospital in uk? Does brexit could affect the GMC registration and EU dr specialist mutual recognition? Many thanx

[@lavnya70]

Hi, well done for completing cardiology specialty training. Currently, EU doctors are free to work in the UK. It might change after Brexit. There is still a shortage of doctors/specialist in UK so you should be able to get a job in a good hospital regardless of Brexit. I am pretty sure that EU specialty training/postgraduate training is recognised in UK. Do check with the GMC before applying.

[@islamalsoudi7744]

Hi Lavnya, thanx for ur msg, based on the information from gmc, eu specialist s r eligible for CESR due to mutual recognition of eu qualification. How can i please apply for a fellowship? Is there a universal application or should i apply for each hospital individually? Many thanx

[@lavnya70]

@@islamalsoudi7744 Hi, I think you need to apply to the hospital individually for a clinical fellowship post.

[@chethiboy7595]

7500 USD? Previously it was around 400 pounds right?

[@WaleedRx]

Good work keep guiding Us And kindly tell me i am 4th year medical student in Pakistan. Should i do house job in Pakistan or should give plab

[@lavnya70]

It depends on where you want to work. If you want to work in the UK, do PLAB and apply for a foundation training (house job) here in UK.

[@zahranadeem9188]

Graduate. Do house job. Then PLAB 1

[@Queenofmotivaton]

Lavnya Balenderan in Uk during foundation training they provide salary????

[@archanamohandoss9975]

@@Queenofmotivaton yes

[@aakashsahupoetry7373]

Hello mem i m a 1st year MBBS student which is right time for preapring for MRCS and tell me which RCS is best for surgery speciality

[@aarathidevarakonda7801]

Heyy, like I said, I m doing my MBBS in India. I guess you might have heard about the Indian licensing exam "NEXT" comprising of 2 parts. So, should I write the Indian exam before attempting PLAB?

[@lavnya70]

I am not familiar with the Indian exam. Sorry. I am not sure what to do first.

[@ravgrewal9499]

Hey. Please give the detail video ,1) when can i give the MRCP or any other speciality exam , after giving the PLAB exam .WHEN i enter the core training. How will i get in to a specility training . ?. Please acknowledge me. ...help

[@lavnya70]

Hi, specialty exams are normally taken while doing the respected specialty training programme. For example, MRCP is taken during internal medicine training IMT (3 years). MRCS is take during core surgical training. After PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs here in the UK. After FY2 you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty.

[@ravgrewal9499]

Like i hv done my internship and housejob in india. And mow i am preparing for plab. i ll give plab. Den straight away i ll enter core training in d my desired stream ? .so den i ll complete core training i.e for 2 years den i ll enter in ST i.e speciality training . Den is it necessary dat i have to complete the 6 years in speciality training to give the MRCP or any other speciality exam ?

[@lavnya70]

@@ravgrewal9499 Hi, what specialty do you want to do? I would suggest doing a trust grade non-training job in UK for 6 months before applying for a specialty training post. This will give you NHS experience and help you prepare for the training post applications.

[@ravgrewal9499]

@@lavnya70 thanku for rplying. I would like to do speciality in Dermatology, or ophthalmogy . What u suggest in dis. How can i get a speciality in these streams. ? What the process. Or the course for dis.

[@lavnya70]

@@ravgrewal9499 Hi, after PLAB, apply for trust grade FY2 jobs here in the UK. For dermatology, after FY2, apply for internal medicine training IMT (3 years). After IMT, apply for dermatology specialty training (4 years). For ophthalmology, after FY2, apply for ophthalmology specialty training (7 years).

[@Thebestdoctor1999]

Awesome video! I am in 2nd year MBBS from India. I wanted to know if these are equivalent to the indian counterparts? FY2= Internship? ST 1/2/3= MS/MD? ST 4/5/6/ = M.Ch?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, thank you. I am not from India so I am not very familiar with the terms used there. Sorry.

[@Thebestdoctor1999]

@@lavnya70 no problem! Thanks for putting up such amazing videos and guiding people like me!

[@moulaymanal5014]

Thank you so much for all those informations ❤️ Plz Can you do another video ??? and tolk more about how to go frome working in uk (After getting the plab ) to a speciality ?????

[@lavnya70]

Hi yes hopefully soon. What specialty would you like to go into?

[@monalisasarma3834]

Hi Lavnya, First of all let me congratulate you for this excellent video. I have few doubts, kindly help me in clearing those. Firstly, how to get into specialty training after PLAB? Is there some selection criteria? If yes, then is it your MBBS marks for or some selection criteria related to FY2 or something else like say research work etc.. Secondly, how difficult is the selection criteria for paediatrics ? Thirdly and most importantly, what I want to know is after clearing PLAB, can I certainly getting into a specialty training of my choice, unlike the type of uncertainty we get to see in USMLE. Thanking you in anticipation.

[@lavnya70]

After PLAB and GMC registration, apply for FY2 jobs in the UK. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty. The selection into specialty training will depend on you CV/portfolio and interview performance.

[@monalisasarma3834]

@@lavnya70 I am sorry to disturb you again. "The selection into specialty training will depend on your CV/portfolio" what actually a good CV requires? Is it my marks in medical under graduate studies or it require something else. Secondly, After clearing PLAB, gettting a FY2 jobs is it very difficult?

[@lavnya70]

@@monalisasarma3834 No, marks are not counted. Getting a job after PLAB, it not difficult in my opinion. You can find jobs on NHS jobs www.jobs.nhs.uk or use a recruitment agency. bdiresourcing.com You can normally secure a job faster using a recruitment agency. To enhance you CV/portfolio- Do audits, quality improvement projects, posters, presentations, attend courses related to the specialty you want to pursue. You can work on your CV/portfolio during FY2.

[@baratkumar8739]

thank you very helpful information al the best

[@AC-bf4oh]

Great video, Lavnya❤! I am an intern right now in India and am appearing for plab this year. I wanted to know how difficult is it to enter into dermatology programmes in UK for IMGs? And what things would help me to get a dermat specialization after doing plab and 6-12 months of work there?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, well done. Dermatology can be quite competitive. You need to have a good cv/portfolio and do well in the interview. To have a good portfolio, try to do audits, quality improvement projects, papers, posters, presentations related to dermatology. You can also do this during the 6-12 months work in the UK.

[@AC-bf4oh]

@@lavnya70 Thankyou so much! Is dermatology also 7 years course after doing mrcp ? Also, will the projects and posters done here in India during my internship would count during interviews there?

[@lavnya70]

@@AC-bf4oh Hi, dermatology is 7 years after FY2. After FY2, apply for internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). After IMT, apply for dermatology training (4 years). You need to sit for the MRCP during IMT.

[@AC-bf4oh]

@@lavnya70 Thanks for the help:)

[@ravikantsaini6029]

Hey Doc 👩‍⚕️ , nice to see you with a very informative topic. I have one thing to ask that how hard to get radiology residency in uk and whats the pathway to follow ?

[@lavnya70]

Hi thank you. What level are you at after med school? Have you done radiology pg/specialty training elsewhere?

[@lavnya70]

If you are new, do the Plab exam. Once you have worked in Uk for 6-13 months apply for radiology specialty training.

[@ravikantsaini6029]

Lavnya Balenderan thankyou😊 doc for replying. Yes, i just finish internship.

[@lavnya70]

@@ravikantsaini6029 Ok, yeah, apply for a trust grade job here. Then, apply for specialty training in radiology.

[@ravikantsaini6029]

Lavnya Balenderan Thankyou doc 😊🤘🏼

[@dr.ajinkyac8654]

Hi lanvya! Great video as always. Wanted to know how good are job prospects(training/non training) in UK for Indian (paeds) doctor with MRCPCH ? Just completed my post graduation in India. Thanks

[@lavnya70]

Hi, there is a shortage of doctors in UK so there are always job vacancies. Since you have done MRCPCH- you should be able to apply for GMC registration. Since you have done specialty training/pg in India- you can become a paediatric consultant in UK via the CESR route. So you do not have to retrain or do specialty training/pg in UK. You can find more information about the CESR route here www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/certificate-eligibility-specialist-registration-cesr. Hope this helps. All the best.

[@dr.ajinkyac8654]

@@lavnya70 thanks a lot for your guidance. Really appreciate it.

[@DipendraBrahma]

Hi dr 😍, can you please elaborate me ,as you said one does not need to give mrcp if you wish to do surgery,obs and gyna , pshycatry , is plab enough? And if yes then right after the plab 2 will i work in fy1 and f2 or trust grade job( nhs or trust grade job, what does it means) and right after non training job how do we get into those branches like obs and gyna , surgery ? How much amount will we be paid and how long will be the course?

[@lavnya70]

Yes, MRCP is only necessary to enter the higher medical specialties like gastroenterology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, renal medicine, respiratory etc. If you have completed internship, after PLAB 2, you can apply for FY2 trust grade jobs. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty. Do check out this video on UK doctors grades/titles kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHKnYaepqtx4fJo TRAINING POST vs NON-TRAINING POST | UK DOCTOR GUIDE kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-cfIWad5aGgaM UK doctors don't normally do PG degree to specialise and become a consultant. We do the specialty training programme to specialise. Specialty training is not conducted by a university. It is not a MD/degree/masters. Specialty training programme is free. You work for the hospital while you train. You will also receive a monthly salary.

[@troublemaker7505]

Looking so beautiful ______Miss Dr

[@zebakhan2720]

Thank you so much for making this video. I had a question After clearing plan one when we apply for plab 2 and if by chance we fail in the first attempt are we allowed to try once again without paying anymore exam fees. Like for second attempt in plab 2 should be pay the fees of plan 2 again

[@lavnya70]

Hi, do check out my latest video on PLAB kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I. Hopefully it will answer some of your queries.

[@khyathi1741]

Hi! I am an MBBS graduate from India, planning on pursuing a post graduation in Pediatrics. How do you think I should proceed? PLAB route or MRCP route..? Btw, really helpful video; kudos!!

[@lavnya70]

Hi, thank you. Well done. If you want to pursue paediatrics, you do not need to do MRCP. PLAB will be enough. MRCP is only necessary for the medical specialties like cardiology, resp, gastro, derm etc.

[@pihuk111]

@@lavnya70 hi what about Neurologist? Should I proceed MRCP or PLAB?

[@lavnya70]

@@pihuk111 You will need MRCP to pursue neurology. However, MRCP is normally done during internal medicine training IMT (2-3 years). If you are a newly qualified doctor, best to do PLAB. MRCP is normally done by more senior doctors. Pathway for neurology for IMGs- After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2 (1 year), apply for internal medicine training (IMT) (2-3 years). During IMT, take MRCP. After IMT and MRCP, apply for higher specialty training in neurology (4-5 years).

[@odiamedicosvlog2974]

@@lavnya70 mam is IMT equivalent to Md/ms in India ? If anyone wants to come back India after IMT can he comes back without clearing MRCP ? & If he comes back to India can he works in govt . Hospital ? If he can then he will work as a simple mbbs doctor or MD/MS doctor?

[@anilbatra7846]

Dr.Lavnya, Very nicely explained video. Need your advice for my daughter. She is finishing MS Anaesthesia in 2 months from Delhi. She is a US citizen. She doesn"t want to do residency again to practice in USA. 1..Is there any way of getting residency waiver for USA ? 2. Which country is ideally suited for her specialization, to go by mere taking a licensing exam only, and not doing the residency? 3. Any fellowship you could suggest to her for her specialisation, which is in demand now and well paying, and the country? Will appreciate your sincere advice.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, thank you. I have not worked in US, so I am not familar with the other routes to practice there. Sorry.

[@sohailafridi4904]

After watching this vedio, I am gonna say good bye to MBBS. Because it's too much long process. Can't wait.

[@lavnya70]

Yes, medicine is long course.

[@beyondthestethoscope04]

Hey I am an Indian medical graduate.you mentioned mrcp is not needed for speciality training in obs and gynae etc.....so what exam should i give for those speciality trainings.

[@lavnya70]

Exams are normally done during the obs and gynae training programme. You don't have to do it before starting training. MRCOG is for obs and gynae.

[@beyondthestethoscope04]

@@lavnya70 So I can just write PLAB 1 & 2 and enter. Obs and Gynae speciality training programme?

[@lavnya70]

@@beyondthestethoscope04 To enter a training programme, it is best to have NHS experience first. So after PLAB, apply for trust grade jobs to gain NHS experience for 1 year. After that, you can apply for obs and gynae training.

[@rupalisatija6482]

HI MAM I HAVE DONE DNB FAMILY MEDICINE FROM INDIA WHICH IS EQUIVALENT TO MD MEDICINE IN INDIA. FOR UK DO I NEED TO DO MRCP OR PLAB

[@lavnya70]

Hi, what specialty do you want to pursue in the UK? You can do both but MRCP is a lot harder. MRCP is mainly for the medical specialties like dermatology, cardiology, respiratory etc.

[@rupalisatija6482]

Okay mam. so if want to get a job as a physician which one would be a better option . And will they consider my degree there if I have cleared the exam

[@lavnya70]

@@rupalisatija6482 Probably MRCP if you are thinking of going into the medical specialties like general medicine, derm, resp, cardio, endocrine etc.

[@Mr.MedicineOfficial]

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[@drahmedhassansoliman3233]

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[@bhaargavanand7928]

I heard that in the following years ukmla is going to replace plab...will it be of same difficulty as of plab or it'll be harder??

[@lavnya70]

UKMLA will replace PLAB in the future. I explain the changes in this video, watch until the end kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@yawaryaseen]

Hi lavanya just a quick question incase i try to persue both plab and mrcp simultaneously is it mandatory to pass plab first for gmc then even if i pass mrcp? I mean does gmc register me if i pass mrcp first or it becomes compulsory to pass plab if i have applied for it once.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, you need to either complete PLAB or MRCP to apply for GMC registration. You don't need both.

[@javiess2934]

thank you a lot!

[@lavnya70]

You're welcome.

[@akpronunciations1171]

One more ques please , exam fees for 25000 usD or 7500 UsD for plab ?? Isnt it too costly ??

[@lavnya70]

Hi, i think the PLAB 1 is around £240 and PLAB £860.

[@azmathahmed2476]

I am having registration in bangladesh but can’t work there. I am a SriLankan but no registration in my country. Can I apply for mrcp

[@urvipatil757]

If plan scores doesn't get disclosed so on what basis do they allot the speciality?

[@lavnya70]

Not based on any scores. PLAB is not used to apply for specialty training. It is not similar to the USA. Entering specialty training is based on your CV/portfolio and interview performance.

[@urvipatil757]

@@lavnya70 I am a bit confused.So like if I give plab and get pass then what will be the next step?

[@lavnya70]

@@urvipatil757 Steps for? What grade/level are you at after medical school?

[@urvipatil757]

@@lavnya70 i am currently pursuing MBBS in india .Im in 2nd year

[@lavnya70]

@@urvipatil757 After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2, you can apply for specialty training in your desired specialty.

[@asadbarkat4973]

I am from Pakistan and i am supposed to graduate at December 28 From China but due to Covid-19 our Degree will be sent to us by Currier, so do you have any idea that will it be accepted or not as there be No Entry/Exit in my passport?

[@lavnya70]

Not sure if they will check your passport. I think they will just check your degree certificate. But best to check with the GMC directly for a more definite answer.

[@asadbarkat4973]

@@lavnya70 ok and do you have any idea that what are the impact if i delay my graduation. Means will it affect my degree un future that my graduation was delayed. Due to the reason that we could not go to get the degree?

[@lavnya70]

@@asadbarkat4973 I don't know. Sorry.

[@rekhap9792]

Are you talking by reading note?

[@ঘুড়েবেড়াই-ফ২স]

How many time required to get Registration after passing PLAB 2? As without registration i can't apply for job.

[@lavnya70]

You can apply for GMC registration immediately after passing plab 2. I think you need obtain GMC registration before applying for jobs here.

[@janindestinaguzel5900]

Hello! From what i understood if we want to specialize in obs/gyn we need to take the plab exam. After plab do we work as a non-training doctor and then star to train to be a obs/gyn specialist? Thank you for the informative video!

[@lavnya70]

Yes. Most IMGs apply for a non-training post for 6-12 months before entering specialty training. This will give you NHS experience before entering a training programme. After completing a non-training post SHO/FY2 level (1 year), you can apply for obs and gynae specialty training (7 years). I explain how to apply for a non-training post and a training programme in this video- kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-cfIWad5aGgaM . Also, Do check out this video on the pathway for obs and gyane in the UK kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5i8h2ONi52MitU

[@janindestinaguzel5900]

@@lavnya70 Thank you so much i will check out your recommandations.

[@nafi320]

How many times i can seat in plab and also is there any age restrictions

[@ravgrewal9499]

Any other question ,for example. Take psychiatry i hv completed my IMT den enter speciality training in pscy? Now aftr 8 years i will a MD in psychiarttry? No other exam i hv to give ? , how will i get MD in dis. ??? Please answer mam to both the questions.

[@ravgrewal9499]

When i have to or when can i give the MRCPsy exam , after the specility traning or. Can i give During my specility training .

[@lavnya70]

Hi, you do not need IMT to enter psychiatry specialty training. After FY2, you can apply for psychiatry specialty training (7 years). In the 7 years you have to take the MRCPsy.

[@ravgrewal9499]

Okay.. Its really tough to get to knw about the uk protocols.its different for every speciality . Anyways. Thankx a lot.

[@ravgrewal9499]

And its really hard to make a decision that ,what speciality i should do...

[@suprabhatbagchi862]

Brief n informative

[@lavnya70]

Thank you. All the best!

[@jensmathew3193]

After Mrcp what speciality can one pursue in uk considering the fact MrCp exam as such was passed while being overseas

[@lavnya70]

Hi MRCP is a membership exam for the medical specialities. You could do any of the medical specialities- gastro, cardio, resp, gen med, rheum, derm, allergy etc

[@jensmathew3193]

Thanks lavnya, can you enlighten me a little bit about the salary variation for a trainee doctor and a non trainee doctor after post mrcp entry level. I hope I am asking you a right question 😃

[@lavnya70]

@@jensmathew3193 The salary is about the same for training and non-training jobs. You are payed based on your grade and the hours you work. So not much variation. Ofcourse if you are in a higher grade or a doing more hours you are payed more.

[@sayyadanuha7696]

Hey! I wanted to know if by pursuing paediatrics , can I be a surgeon as well or do I have to train as a surgeon first and then do my fellowship in pediatrics.

[@lavnya70]

Hi are you planning to be a paediatric surgeon? Paediatric surgery is its own specialty, a branch of surgery.

[@sayyadanuha7696]

@@lavnya70 Yeah I am. So first I would have to do my residency in surgery and then further specialise in pediatric surgery right?

[@lavnya70]

@@sayyadanuha7696 Pathway to become a paediatric surgeon in UK- After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2, apply for core surgical training (CST) (2 years). During CST take MRCS. After CST and MRCS, apply for higher specialty training in paediatric surgery (6 years). During higher surgical training take FRCS. After that, you will be a surgical consultant in UK.

[@sayyadanuha7696]

@@lavnya70 Thankyou so much❤

[@maitrigada3884]

IMT is not recognised in India right? How to do MD medicine in Uk

[@pullelasreekarkrishna2635]

I graduated from INDIA and passed PLAB in 2005, but didn't register in GMC. I finished my post-graduation in INDIA and have been working here. Now I would like to return to UK and work over there. do I need to take PLAB again to register in GMC or can I apply straight away, please guide. thank you

[@lavnya70]

I am not really sure about this. Best to check with the GMC directly if you can register. www.gmc-uk.org/registration-and-licensing

[@dr.cherub.kharbanda]

Suppose i want to get into DERMATOLOGY in the UK, what do I need to do? Im living in India currently and preparing for PLAB.

[@lavnya70]

Do check out this video on dermatology pathway kzbin.info/www/bejne/Zpq8fY2anbRmh7M

[@aaniyasingh801]

Please make a video on CSER route for immigrants ,and since when they should start documentation?

[@lavnya70]

Do check out this video on CESR- kzbin.info/www/bejne/ZmXPooqcZ9dllc0

[@lachinaga7154]

Which is best plab or mrcs which is the best way madam

[@lavnya70]

It depends on your experience. If you have surgical experience, go for MRCS. MRCS is normally done during core surgical training (2 years). PLAB is more suitable for newly qualified doctors.

[@meghathapa3063]

Hi ma'am, is non training job FY1? What is the pay scale for non training job?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, do check out these videos 1. TRAINING POST vs NON-TRAINING POST | UK DOCTOR GUIDE kzbin.info/www/bejne/b3-cfIWad5aGgaM 2. UK doctors grades/titles kzbin.info/www/bejne/rHKnYaepqtx4fJo 3. Doctors salary in UK kzbin.info/www/bejne/rKm5gGOiqbOVaZY

[@meghathapa3063]

Thanku

[@dr.mohamedabdulkadir7385]

Thanks. If IMG with MBBS and did MRCP what kind of jobs or training can he/she apply for in UK?

[@PriyaSingh-vy3pd]

hi dr. doing post graduation in india. so it is possible to practice in uk without doing residency again ...as i ll already specialise from here. cant i join directly for superspecialisation there

[@lavnya70]

Hi, what superspecialisation do you want to do?

[@PriyaSingh-vy3pd]

@@lavnya70 endocrinology / neurology

[@lavnya70]

@@PriyaSingh-vy3pd To enter endocrinology/nerology specialty. Pathway for doctors in UK to specialise in endo/neuro - after FY2 (1 year), apply for internal medicine training IMT (3 years). During IMT, take MRCP. After IMT and MRCP apply for higher medical specialty in endo/neuro (4 years). If you have done IMT in another country, you don't have to repeat it.

[@aakankshasingh9368]

After PLAB can I do any post graduate course in UK as I wish to do that.

[@lavnya70]

Yes, After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 jobs in UK. After FY2, apply for specialty training in your desired specialty.

[@aakankshasingh9368]

@@lavnya70 One last thing please. Can I only apply for PLAB after I have completed 2 years of my internship and not before that?

[@lavnya70]

@@aakankshasingh9368 You take PLAB after graduating medical school. Do check out this video PLAB exam guide kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@dogtherapy1801]

Should I pursue MRCP if I wanna do orthopaedics?

[@lavnya70]

No MRCP is not needed for the surgical specialties like orthopaedics. MRCP is only for the medical specilaties like gastroenterology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, renal medicine, respiratory etc.

[@rajuthapa807]

hello a very informative video Can we do internal medicine residency without mrcp? how easier is it to get it there?

[@lavnya70]

Yes, you can apply for IMT (internal medicine training) prior to passing MRCP. You are required to pass MRCP while doing internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). After IMT and passing MRCP- you then apply for specialty training- cardio, resp, rheum etc (4 years).

[@rajuthapa807]

thank u so much regards from nepal

[@ddaddu_u]

Hi Dr. Im a 4rth year med student from China. I wish to do my postgraduate studies in GynObs. Can you tell me what all should I do

[@lavnya70]

Hi, after MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for FY2 post in the UK. After FY2 (1 year), apply for obgyn specialty training. (7 years)

[@ddaddu_u]

@@lavnya70 when can i start to work?

[@ddaddu_u]

@@lavnya70 u mean i wont get any earnings for those 7 years as well?

[@ddaddu_u]

@@lavnya70 do i have to write any exam to get obgyn?

[@lavnya70]

@@ddaddu_u You will be working form FY2. You work while you train.

[@Optimistic655]

Hello, suppose a person aims to do speciality in dermatology and clears mrcp after his mbbs. How long would it take for him then? Would he be only training after clearing mrcp in order to attain speciality or do they get to work too? Please elaborate this point.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, all doctors work while doing a training programme including foundation programme, IMT and higher specialty programmes. To apply to dermatology specialty training, after MBBS, doctors here do 2 year foundation programme. Then, apply for IMT (internal medicine training) (3 years), then apply for dermatology specialty training (4 years). You can do MRCP during the IMT training.

[@Optimistic655]

@@lavnya70 does that mean we have to clear plab after mbbs in order to get started with 2 years foundation? Plus would there be any other test after the foundation years in order to get started with the IMT?

[@lavnya70]

@@Optimistic655 In oder to work in the UK you need to register with the GMC. To register with the GMC you will need to do PLAB or one of the UK PG exams like MRCP, MRCS, MRCOG etc. No, you don't need to sit for any exams after foundation programme. As long as you have completed the foundation programme, you can apply for IMT.

[@Optimistic655]

Last 2 questions... firstly, foundation year is house job, right? Secondly, what if we complete the housejob in our respective country after mbbs then would it still be required to do the foundation years in the UK?

[@lavnya70]

@@Optimistic655 Hi, yes foundation programme is equivalent to house job/internship. if you have completed a house job or equivalent in your home country, you do not need to do the full 2 years foundation programme here. I would suggest to do a trust grade/FY2 job here in UK before applying for IMT/training post. This will give you experience working in the NHS, enhance your portfolio and you will be able to achieve the FACD. (Foundation Achievement of Competence Document). To apply for IMT, you will need this.

[@valenciadr5642]

Hi there, dont know if you will see my question, but from my research, I am not really clear on something...If I complete PLAB 1 & 2, would I still need to do MRCP after starting to work in the UK?

[@lavnya70]

MRCP is a UK specialty exam for the medical specialties. MRCP is for doctors who want to pursue the higher medical specialties like gastroenterology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, renal medicine, respiratory etc. MRCP is not needed for other specialties like surgery, paediatrics, psychiatry, general practice, radiology etc.

[@valenciadr5642]

@@lavnya70 thank you very much, i watched most of your videos and understand the transition much better now, thank you

[@sagarsatish2375]

Mam what level of clinical skills are required to pass plab 2 .

[@lavnya70]

I think it is similar to medical school finals and what is expected of a junior doctor.

[@sagarsatish2375]

@@lavnya70 okk

[@rumib2688]

Hello madam,,,after clearing the MRCP exam,what has to be done to get a speciality training like Endocrinology or Internal Medicine etc?? It is very confusing...i want to get my specialisation from the UK. Please explain the due process! Thanks in advance!

[@lavnya70]

Hi, after FY2, apply for internal medicine training IMT (3 years). During IMT you need to complete the MRCP. After IMT, apply for higher specialty training in endocrinology (4 years).

[@rumib2688]

Thank u!! U have been very helpful with ur answers as well as videos!😊

[@rizwanmerza442]

Hello hope your doing well . What are the study materials for plab 1 and MRCP please. Love from US

[@zahranadeem9188]

Hey! Amazing video. My question is once you get your GMC reg, and start an non specilaity job in UK. Whats the path from then onwards to getting into a specialty training like? Especially from IMGs

[@lavnya70]

Hi, during the non-training post, work towards obtaining the (foundation achievement of competence document) (FACD). Also, use that time to prepare for specialty training applications eg portfolio, audits, quality improvement projects, posters, presentations etc. Once you have obtained the FACD, you can apply for specialty training.

[@divyasharma5224]

I want to do specialization in obs gynae..so wht should i do after Plab nd gmc registeration???

[@lavnya70]

Do check out this video on the pathway for obs and gyane in the UK kzbin.info/www/bejne/g5i8h2ONi52MitU

[@divyasharma5224]

@@lavnya70 Thank you doc♥️♥️♥️♥️....

[@samudraharshani9631]

Hi, thank you so much, well explained. Can you please tell me , what's the place for consultant radiologists in UK.?

[@dr.t1793]

Hi i am a paediatric resident in pakistan i want to work in uk but no centre for mrcpch in pakistan what should i do now..thanks

[@lavnya70]

Hi, you could try completing the mrcph in other intenational centres (eg India). Alternatively, you can do PLAB and register with the GMC here. Once you are working here, you can do the MRCPH and work towards joining the specialist register via the CESR route. You can find more information here especially for international doctors. www.rcpch.ac.uk/resources/opportunities-uk-international-doctors

[@abhilashasingh4964]

Hi mam! I wanted to know if it is possible to become a consultant in UK by directly appearing for MRCP, after completing MD from a different country?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, you can consider doing the CESR route. You can find more information about CESR here. bdiresourcing.com/news/2018/06/a-guide-to-cesr/130

[@abhilashasingh4964]

Thank you mam!

[@dr.attaullahahmadzai4565]

Hi i am from Afghanistan in our country house job is 11.2 or 48 week how the GMC is give us provisional regestration or permanent ? or how we i will repeat FY2 ? I am graduated from private university which is register with world directoy of medical school is GMC know that criteria or i am eligeble for exam ? how about EPIC CERTIFICATE WE REGISTER for that first or pass OET ?

[@shanmukhasrinivaskalagandl3251]

Please let me.know the entire cost of MRCP including travel and all others☺️

[@anupammahato1]

Thank you mam, is being a registrar equal to a resident in the usa, could you shed some light on the salary of a trust grade doctors, basic pay, expenses and kind of working hours, late night shifts and are those paid or unpaid, after i finished my graduation this year, what should be my plan regarding the plab, or if i choose usmle to begin with how much time am i expecting to finish up preparing without working.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, yes medical registrar in Uk is equivalent to a internal medicine resident. The salary for trust grade doctors depends on your grade. Newly qualified doctors was earn between 30-35 k. It is more than enough to live comfortably. Working hours are not too bad. 9-5 normal days. 9-9 on long days and nights. 9-21 day 21-9 night shift. You normally do 4 long days in a row. Long days are 12 hours. All hours are calculated and banded according to the new junior doctors contract.

[@AB-od2zc]

Doc thks for your help and what i want to ask is,did our cGPA on our transcipt and Grade during our medical school matter that much as long as we pass the plab 1 and also with good plab 2 and oet,how is likely our chance for GMC matching and how about also in case of usmle,thks again.

[@lavnya70]

Hi, I explain the significance of the PLAB results in this video - PLAB exam guide kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@musicrox85]

Thanks for the insightful video Dr.Lavnya 😄 You mentioned that we don’t need MRCP if we want to become a GP. So do I need to finish my foundation years alone and start practising as a GP? Would you please tell me what I should do to pursue internal medicine? Is it the same as what you call a GP?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, GP is a specialty on its own. After foundation programme, you can apply for GP specialty training directly (3 years). Internal medicine is a different specialty. After FY2, you can apply for internal medicine training (IMT) (3 years). During IMT you need to do MRCP. After IMT and MRCP, you can apply for higher medical specialty training like cardio, resp, derm, gastro etc.

[@musicrox85]

Lavnya Balenderan Thanks so much for the clarification ma’am! 😄 I was getting confused between the two!

[@edmirosa4419]

Hi i done my master in china (internal medicine), for Uk do i need to do MRCP?

[@lavnya70]

Yes, you will need to register with the GMC to work here. To register with the GMC, you can do PLAB or MRCP. MRCP will be a better option if you have already completed internal medicine.

[@edmirosa4419]

Lavnya Balenderan Thank you so much

[@lavnya70]

@Truely Indian Yes, most IMGs apply for a non-training post in UK first, before applying for a training programme. This will give you NHS experience.

[@blessensunnypaul4407]

Why did you consider USMLE? UK is not good?

[@lavnya70]

Hi, in the beginning I wanted to consider all options. But realised that it is better to decide where you want to work and focus on that.

[@prutharavaliya1293]

What to do for applying for surgery In uk other that MRCP?

[@lavnya70]

MRCP is not needed for the surgical specialties. MRCP is only necessary to enter the higher medical specialties like gastroenterology, dermatology, cardiology, neurology, renal medicine, respiratory etc. MRCS is for the surgical specialties. It is normally taken during core surgical training (2 years).

[@prutharavaliya1293]

@@lavnya70 thank you

[@jigskhan381]

So wat they see in doctor to get in speciality if marks r not important

[@lavnya70]

The selection into specialty training will depend on you CV/portfolio and interview performance.

[@brendsy]

Hi Dr., it is difficult for trust grade SHOs (IMG) to get into a specialty training in the UK?

[@lavnya70]

Not really. From my obervations, it is possible.

[@MrMusiclife7777]

thank you dr

[@divyasharma5224]

I'm a 5th year student doing my mbbs from Russia.Basically i'm from India.. I'm planning to appear for plab after my internship..Is the time period of 7 to 8 months enough for plab 1????

[@lavnya70]

Yes. Do check out this video PLAB exam guide kzbin.info/www/bejne/bmjPlJiHibhpo5I

[@divyasharma5224]

@@lavnya70 thanks much♥️

[@vijaysurya7673]

hi , this is Dr. Sruthi from India , can you please tell me after core medical training of two years how many steps of mrcp should be completed to enter speciality training

[@lavnya70]

Hi, all steps must be completed during interanal medicine training (IMT) (3 years) before applying to higher medical specialty training. IMT is the new core medical training.

[@Azrojabeen]

Hello beautiful doctor, I am applying for residency in derma in my home country and meanwhile preparing for plab so I want to know is it difficult to get training in dermatology in uk compare to obs and gynae

[@samzd5844]

Hi I have a question after plab do we have to sit for mrcp or no

[@lavnya70]

It depends on the specialty you want to pursue. What specialty do you want to do?

[@samzd5844]

Internal medicine

[@samzd5844]

And cardiology

[@lavnya70]

@@samzd5844 Hi, yes you need MRCP to pursue medical specialties like derm, resp, cardio, gastro etc.

[@samzd5844]

do you know is there any way I could do fellowship in US

[@archnasaxenabhdouvhvgc6444]

Very informative

[@lavnya70]

Thank you.

[@MaheshKumar-vp7gl]

Can we get salary after getting pass in the plab exam as a junior doctor

[@lavnya70]

After MBBS, internship and PLAB, apply for trust grade jobs in UK. All trust grade post in the UK are paid. All junior doctors are paid.

[@bishandhreekc7104]

What to do after MBBS?

[@lavnya70]

To work in the UK as a doctor- if you have graduated outside the UK/EU you need to take the PLAB after MBBS and internship to obtain GMC registration. How to apply for GMC registration - kzbin.info/www/bejne/bJWllJSMbsSWbqc. After GMC registration, you can work in the UK.

[@mallikaavadhootha8817]

Internship for 1 year after mbbsin india, without working experience, can i get job mam in uk

[@lavnya70]

@@mallikaavadhootha8817 I think so but it is always better to have work experience.