MRCPI Bedside

In this episode we are joined again by Rheumatology Specialist Registrar Dr Aine Connerton to discuss some final tips and FAQs before your exam. We discuss what to wear, how to keep track of time, how to stand, whether to check pulses and BP, bedside tests and Aine's cases in her exam. This podcast is supported by Pastest and their excellent online education resource to help candidates sit the...

In this episode we are joined again by Rheumatology Specialist Registrar Dr Aine Connerton to discuss Systemic Sclerosis (scleroderma) as a potential station in the Irish MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We talk through a case of rheumatoid arthritis - the physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We then go on to briefly talk through some potential follow-up question...

In this episode we are joined again by Rheumatology Specialist Registrar Dr Aine Connerton to discuss Systemic Sclerosis (scleroderma) as a potential station in the Irish MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach the distinctions between systemic sclerosis or scleroderma, CREST, and Raynaud's Syndrome, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We th...

In this episode we are joined by Dublin based Cardiology Specialist Registrar Dr Roisin Gardiner to discuss mitral regurgitation as a station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We discuss heart failure management and its relevance in MR, as well as a discussion about infective endocarditis, and ho...

In this episode we are joined by Neurology Specialist Registrar Dr Emma Dolan to discuss some general tips for neurology cases in MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠⁠⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest.com%2Fmrcp-part-1%2F⁠⁠⁠ Cons...

In this episode we are joined by Neurology Specialist Registrar Dr Emma Dolan to discuss the examination, investigations and differentials for cerebellar disorder case in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2...

In this episode we are joined by Endocrinology Specialist Registrar Dr Michelle Maher to discuss the e assessment, investigations and management for a case of acromegaly as a case in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=...

In this episode we are joined by Neurology Specialist Registrar Dr Emma Dolan to discuss the examination, investigations and differentials for limb weakness as a case in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%...

In this episode we are joined by Nephrology Specialist Registrar Dr Sarah Cormican to briefly discuss some pertinent points about peritoneal dialysis for the the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Editors note: also to remember hernias as a potential complication! Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid...

In this episode we are joined by Nephrology Specialist Registrar Dr Sarah Cormican to discuss the topic of renal transplant in a potential station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest.com%2F...

In this episode we are joined by Nephrology Specialist Registrar Dr Sarah Cormican to discuss polycystic kidney disease as potential station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest.com%2Fmrcp-p...

In this episode we are joined by Respiratory Consultant Dr Brian Kent to discuss Interstitial Lung Disease as potential station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest.com%2Fmrcp-part-1%2F⁠ Epi...

In this episode we are joined by Respiratory Consultant Dr Brian Kent to talk through bronchiectasis as a potential station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest.com%2Fmrcp-part-1%2F⁠ Episode...

In this episode we are joined by Rheumatology Specialist Registrar Dr Aine Connerton to discuss Ankylosing Spondylitis as a potential station in the Irish MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We then go on to briefly talk through some potential follow-up questions including radiological findings, and extra...

In this episode we are joined by Haematology Specialist Registrar Dr Claire Kelly to discuss splenomegaly and some important haematological disorders as potential stations in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We then go on to briefly talk through some potential follow-up questions including differen...

In this episode we are joined by Dublin based Endocrinology Specialist Registrar Dr Michelle Maher to discuss how thyroid disorders may appear as a case in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management for a number of thyroid conditions for the clinical exam format. We then go on to briefly talk through some pot...

In this episode we are joined by Dublin based Cardiology Specialist Registrar Dr Roisin Gardiner to discuss aortic stenosis as a station in the MRCPI Part II clinical exam. We discuss the approach, physical findings, a differential diagnosis, investigations and management. We then go on to briefly talk through some potential follow-up questions including Heyde's syndrome, symptoms of aortic st...

In this episode we talk through the structure and how to prepare for short case station 1 , the Communication and Ethics station, one of the most failed stations outside of candidates who sit their exam outside of Ireland.  Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde...

In part two of The Short Cases episode we continue on from where we left off, going through what to expect in the 4 minutes of question time with the consultant examiner. We talk through the presentation of your physical examination findings, and the structure of the questions along with some tips for both. The VITAMIN CDE mnemonic as a potential helpful tool for working through a differential dia...

Welcome back to MRCPI Bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. This is part one of The Short Cases episodes. In this episode we will talk through the need-to-know information to get you through the five short cases. Good preparation is the key to ensure that you’re not thrown on the day. Keep calm and achieve the marks you deserve. Get in touch with us at mcrpibedside@gmail....

Welcome back to MRCPI Bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. This is part two of our intro guide about the long cases where we discuss our own personal experiences. Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resource via our affiliate link below: ⁠https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=46017&awinaffid=1651835&campaign=MRCPi+Bedisde&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pastest...

Welcome back to MRCPI Bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. This is part one of our how to guide on passing your long cases. How to guide: 1.  Get to know the layout and timing early on. Check out the RCPI page here for more information. 2.  Familiarise yourself with medical conditions from the following conditions >>> Cardiology, Respiratory, Abdominal, Endocrin...

Welcome back to MRCPI Bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. Get in touch at mrcpibedside@gmail.com or on Twitter @MRCPIBedside In our third episode we do our best to explain the confusing marking scheme. We highlight how a bit of an understanding of what is necessary to achieve a 'satisfactory' score can assist your preparation and maximise the points you earn you...

Welcome back to the MRCPI bedside, hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. In our second episode we are going to talk through some tried and tested preparation techniques to set yourself up for the best chance of success. Get in touch at mrcpibedside@gmail.com or on twitter @MRCPIBedside.  The Books - Essential Examination (an excellent book to have at the bedside to make sure you a...

Welcome to the first episode of MRCPI bedside hosted by Dr. Christine Condon and Dr. Harry Economos. In this episode we introduce the podcast and run through the basics and format of the MRCPI clinical exam in General Medicine. Get in touch at mrcpibedside@gmail.com or on twitter @MRCPIBedside. Show music Stepping On Lego Instagram @steppingonlego_ Sign up to Pastest MRCP Clinical revision resourc...