Tag: sca

SCA Breakthrough: Lessons from an IMG Who Refused to Quit

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date November 25, 2024
Categories In Career

Have you ever felt like your entire career hinged on a single moment? Like everything you’ve worked for could slip away, leaving you questioning your future? For Dr. Vijay, this wasn’t hypothetical. It was his reality. After failing the MRCGP AKT four times and falling short on his first attempt at SCA, he stood at […]

MRCGP SCA: From Setbacks to Sucess

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date November 20, 2024
Categories In Career

Imagine staring at your Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA) results and seeing the number 69. Your heart sinks. You’ve spent months sacrificing sleep, time with loved ones and your own peace of mind, only to fall short. Twice. For Dr. Amaoge, an ST3 GP trainee, this was her reality. She was no stranger to hard work […]

SCA Guide: How to Handle Safeguarding Concerns

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date November 9, 2024
Categories In Career

Imagine you’re sitting the MRCGP SCA, Sarah, a midwife, calls with a niggling concern. During a routine home visit, she noticed something troubling: a bruise on Jane’s forehead. Her mother, Emily, casually brushed it off—“She fell down the stairs.” But Sarah isn’t convinced, and now she’s asking for your advice. Here’s the thing: safeguarding isn’t […]

How an IMG Passed SCA With Confidence

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date October 29, 2024
Categories In Career

The sting of an unsuccessful SCA sitting is tough. But here’s the thing: passing the SCA is within reach. Meet Dr Mo Shoukri, a GP trainee who didn’t just face one setback, but two. Rather than giving up, he completely transformed his approach and, on his third attempt, walked away with a passing score. Here’s […]

SCA Success: How a GPST3 Went From 70.5 to 100.5

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date October 20, 2024
Categories In Career

Preparing for the MRCGP SCA exam can be daunting. The pressure, the fear of failure, and the endless revision can make even the most confident GP trainees question themselves. But what if failure wasn’t the end of the story but the start of a journey towards mastery? That’s exactly what happened to Dr Irbaz, a […]

SCA Practice Guide: Navigating Uncertainty with Confidence

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date October 6, 2024
Categories In Career

As you gear up for the MRCGP SCA, uncertainty can feel like your worst enemy. It’s easy to think that not having the “right answer” means failure. This mindset can seriously undermine your confidence and performance. Instead, what if you could see uncertainty as an opportunity to elevate your consultation? Let’s break down why navigating […]

MRCGP SCA Insights: Exploring ICE

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date September 20, 2024
Categories In Career

When preparing for the MRCGP Simulated Consultation Assessment (SCA), it is easy to get caught up in the medical aspect. But let’s take a step back. The heart of every consultation isn’t just the diagnostic component—it’s the person in front of you. It’s about truly being with them, understanding their story, their ideas, concerns, and […]

IMG Smashed SCA Exam Despite PTSD

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date September 14, 2024
Categories In Career

The Unexpected Challenge Dr. Gbenga always aced his exams. Academic challenges? He breezed through them. So, when the SCA exam loomed on the horizon, he was sure he’d nail it on his first attempt. However, the SCA turned out to be a whole different beast. Despite burning the midnight oil, he missed passing by just […]

Pass the MRCGP SCA: A Guide for IMGs

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date September 8, 2024
Categories In Career

Are you feeling like you’re drowning in chaos and doubt related to SCA? So many GP trainees are overwhelmed, struggling to find a way through the preparation maze. But what if you could turn that chaos into confidence? Let’s dive into Dr Adil’s story! A relatable journey filled with ups and downs—and discover how he […]

Pass the MRCGP SCA with Roger Neighbour

Post author By Dr Erwin Kwun
Post date August 5, 2024
Categories In Career

Ever felt stressed out by the MRCGP SCA? Dr. Roger Neighbour has a lifeline for you. In a recent conversation with Dr. Erwin Kwun, Neighbour shared his wealth of knowledge to help trainees ace their MRCGP SCA exam. The Essence of a Consultation A consultation is a two-step dance: As Dr. Neighbour puts it, “A […]