Smashing Core Surgical Training Interviews: A Comprehensive Guide for Aspiring Surgeons

Written by experienced Core Surgical Training National Recruitment panel members, Anokha Joseph and Janso Joseph, this book is an invaluable resource for medical students and junior doctors seeking to launch a successful career in surgery in the United Kingdom.

This practical guide provides a realistic understanding of what to expect on the interview day and offers expert advice on how to prepare for it. It covers all aspects of the interview process, including:

• Preparing a strong portfolio
• Mastering virtual interview etiquette
• Post-interview considerations and follow-up strategies

The book features:

• Over 35 clinical scenarios and 15 management scenarios with model answers
• Proven frameworks for structuring answers and presenting information confidently

In addition to its comprehensive interview preparation guidance, this book delves into the real-life struggles and challenges faced by medical students and junior doctors, including:

• Maximizing opportunities as a medical student
• Publishing research and presenting at conferences
• Deciding whether to take an F3 year and its impact on career prospects
• Insights into the diverse world of modern surgery, including women in surgery, LGBTQ issues, dyslexia and neurodiversity, and challenges faced by ethnic minorities
• A framework for international medical graduates planning surgical careers in the UK

Respected professionals in the field have praised this book for its practicality and valuable insights:

“This book has been written to help those taking the step up from medical student or Foundation doctor to the first rungs on a surgical career ladder. In addition to some very useful hints and tips, this book touches on topics for which there is often little signposting.” – Fiona Myint, FRCS, MA (Clin Ed), LLM, SFHEA, Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Vice-President, Royal College of Surgeons of England

“The editors have put together a wonderful group of surgical educators to write this practical and easy-to-read book that is filled with useful pearls for prospective surgical training applicants. It directly addresses feelings of imposter syndrome and stereotype threat.” – Roy Phitayakorn, MD MHPE FACS, General and Endocrine Surgeon, Vice Chair of Education, Massachusetts General Hospital Department of Surgery, Associate Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School

“Surgery is the best job ever! Becoming a surgeon however requires technical skill, common sense, and grit. If you know what’s ahead (from this book) you are more likely to achieve your goal to become a Master Surgeon.” – Daniel B. Jones, MD, MS, FACS, Professor and Chair of the Department of Surgery at University Hospital, Assistant Dean at Rutgers New Jersey Medical School

Get ready to take the first step towards a successful career in surgery with “Smashing Core Surgical Training Interviews”.

Product Details:

Publisher: CRC Press
Edition: 1st edition
Publication Date: September 14, 2023
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Pages: 237
ISBN-10: 1032388439
ISBN-13: 978-1032388434