Meet Dr. Fungai, an IMG who worked hard to achieve CCT. She spent many hours studying for the clinical component of the MRCGP exam. Being an educational scholar, she felt she would sail through her exam.
However, when she learned the results, her world came crumbling down. Her confidence was shattered after she failed the exam. Her desire to be self-sufficient and reunite with her sister was jeopardised.
In the wake of this crushing blow, Dr Fungai had to be honest with herself. Initially, she may have been overconfident. She was unaware of her blindspots. Dr Fungai came to the painful realisation that her preparation was flawed.
Seeking support
She had to approach her exam differently to get the desired results. Dr Fungai sought expert guidance and support. Although she received support from her deanery, she decided to seek more guidance and support. She got in touch with us and we agreed to work together. We strategised and worked on her mindset, consultation skills and aptitude so she could consult better despite the stress and pressure.
A major issue in her consultation was poor time management. Her consults overran beyond the 12-minute end point. She needed to unlearn old habits before she could embed sound consultation practice. After receiving personalised guidance and constructive feedback, she underwent an incredible transformation. Dr Fungai increased her pace and streamlined her history-taking. She successfully compressed her consult within 12 minutes.
Passing the MRCGP Exam
I passed!!! Thank you so much for your support. All the best in your career supporting trainees pass and inspiration qualified GPs especially in the first few years post CCT. I can definitely say the investment was worth it.
Dr Fungai Mashingaidze GPST3
The change in approach paid off. She eventually passed her exam with a score of 152 and is due to CCT this December. The story of Dr Fungai serves as a beacon of hope and determination for those facing uncertainty and self-doubt. Her journey reminds us that failure is not a dead end but a stepping stone on the path to greatness.
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