Diagnostic Histopathology
Volume 14, Issue 3 , Pages 139-145, March 2008

Preparing for the part 2 practical examination towards membership of the Royal College of Pathologists

Jason Lyle Stone MB ChB FRCPathis Consultant Histopathologist at the Department of Histopathology, Doncaster and Bassetlaw Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Doncaster Royal Infirmary, Doncaster, UK

published online 17 March 2008.

Abstract 

Membership of the Royal College of Pathologists is usually obtained by passing the MRCPath. examinations. The part 2 exam in histopathology (practical component) is taken towards the end of one’s training in histopathology and is designed to test the candidates in a wide variety of skills and knowledge. This difficult examination has a significant failure rate. This article outlines the background to the examination, the exam format and gives practical tips on how best to prepare for it. In addition, advice is given on how to answer the questions and how to avoid the common pitfalls.

Keywords: certification, college admission test, competence, education, England, Europe, examination questions, Great Britain, pathology, problems and exercises, speciality boards

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PII: S1756-2317(08)00028-5

doi:10.1016/j.mpdhp.2008.02.004

Diagnostic Histopathology
Volume 14, Issue 3 , Pages 139-145, March 2008

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