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Written by: Dr Anja Guldemond, Emergency Medicine ST1, North West What is the MRCEM? The MRCEM Intermediate is the second of three exams required for MRCEM membership. This guide covers when to sit the exam, costs, format, revision strategy and what to expect on the day, plus an honest account of how I revised for it and passed first time. If you are training in Emergency Medicine in the UK, the MRCEM exams are mandatory and must be completed by the end of ST3. The exam before this one is the...

Blog post by: Amarachi Inyama- Regional Lead Sunderland As a regional leads, and Medics & Me volunteers, we are here to make a difference and help students achieve their dreams, but that doesn’t mean that you shouldn’t get anything out of your role! Life as a medical student is difficult, there is so much pressure but a lack of time and also a hidden curriculum to navigate. Research can seem scary and inaccessible, but through this guide I hope to help you realise that you can create...

This guide shares a foundation doctor’s experience of sitting MRCS Part A during FY2, covering optimal timing, revision strategy, question banks (Pastest, eMRCS, Teach Me Anatomy), exam costs, booking tips, and what to expect on the day. It offers practical advice on balancing shift work with revision, improving anatomy and physiology knowledge, and preparing for Core Surgical Training (CST) applications, with honest reflections on results, stress management, and exam success.