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Program Overview

MCPS in Family Medicine (on experience-based pathway) is a postgraduate qualification offered by the College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP) to certify doctors as specialists in family medicine. The program includes both written (MCQs) and practical components (TOACS) and requires eligibility criteria such as an MBBS degree, a house job, and postgraduate training. It aims to enhance the skills of doctors to handle the full spectrum of community health issues.

• Awarding Body: College of Physicians and Surgeons Pakistan (CPSP)
• Goal: To produce competent family physicians who can manage both chronic and acute illnesses in the community

Examination Components

• Written Exam: Includes two papers with multiple-choice questions (MCQs)
• Practical Exam: A series of TOACS (Task-Oriented Assessment of Clinical Skills) stations that assess clinical skills through interactive scenarios

Eligibility Criteria

• MBBS Degree
• A one-year PMDC approved house job
• Valid PMDC/PMC registration
• 3-5 years of clinical/teaching experience

Mandatory Workshops

Doctors are required to attend mandatory workshops as a pre-requisite for the final examination. These may include:

• Basic Surgical Skills
• BLS (Basic Life Support)
• Communication Skills
• Introduction to Computer and Internet

Course Modules

This comprehensive course covers the following medical specialties: