After FRCS

Can I work as a Consultant in the UK after clearing FRCS?

Yes. Candidates can work as a Consultant in the UK after clearing the JCIE exam. Note that only the JCIE exam is recognised by GMC 

What are the benefits of clearing JSCFE (International FRCS)?

Obtaining an International FRCS boosts candidates’ CVs, opening work opportunities in foreign countries. Also, with International FRCS, candidates can enter the UK and work as a Senior Fellow in any speciality. However, candidates must note that International FRCS is not recognised by the GMC to issue CCT or become a Consultant in the UK

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What are the benefits of having FRCS?

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MRCPsych

Membership of the Royal College of Psychiatrists exam assesses the psychiatric knowledge, clinical skills, and competency of doctors pursuing a career in psychiatry

FRCS ortho

Fellowship of the Royal College of Surgeons in Orthopedics exam assesses the specialized orthopaedic surgical knowledge, skills, and competency of surgeons

FEBS

Fellowship of the European Board of Surgery exam recognizes the proficiency and expertise of surgeons in various surgical specialities within Europe

MRCP

Membership of the Royal College of Physicians exam assesses the medical knowledge, clinical skills, and competency of doctors in their early medical training

MRCS

Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons exam assesses the surgical knowledge, skills, and competency of doctors in their early surgical training

PLAB

Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board exam assesses the knowledge and skills of international medical graduates seeking to practice medicine in the UK