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PLAB 2 Mock Test Feedback :: Referral Pathway :: Teaching

Mock Date: 15/03/2025 Action Items: Practice and Review the case in the OSCE workbench: Click Here Read the Mock Feedback Blog: Click...

examiner mla

Mar 15, 20254 min read

PLAB 2 Mock Test Feedback :: Foreign Body in Oesophagus :: Angry Patient

Mock Date: 12/03/2025 Action Items: Practice and Review the case in the OSCE workbench: Click Here Read the Mock Feedback Blog: Click...

examiner mla

Mar 15, 20256 min read

PLAB 2 Mock Test Feedback :: Febrile Convulsions :: Paediatrics

Mock Date: 19/03/2025 Action Items: Practice and Review the case in the OSCE workbench: Click Here Read the Mock Feedback Blog: Click...

examiner mla

Mar 15, 20255 min read

A realistic digital painting of a worried mother holding her young child while speaking on the phone with a doctor. The child appears slightly unwell, and the mother’s expression conveys concern. On the other end, a professional doctor in clinical attire listens attentively in a medical office. The background subtly distinguishes the home setting of the mother from the doctor’s clinical environment, highlighting urgency, empathy, and professionalism.

Case Scenario: Foreign Body Ingestion in a Child (Button in Esophagus)

A worried mother learns her child’s swallowed button was missed on X-ray. This PLAB 2 case covers emergency management and communication.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20253 min read

A compassionate female doctor sits across from a young female patient in a medical consultation room. The doctor is calmly explaining test results, while the patient looks slightly anxious but engaged. The setting is warm and professional, with soft lighting creating a supportive atmosphere.

Case Scenario: Premature Ovarian Insufficiency (POI)

Learn how to diagnose, explain, and manage Premature Ovarian Insufficiency in PLAB 2/UKMLA CPSA with clarity, empathy, and structure.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A doctor in a white coat attentively listens to a young female patient with a concerned expression in a professional hospital setting. The doctor maintains eye contact, showing empathy and active listening. In the background, a subtle medical diagram of intestines symbolizes a discussion about celiac disease. The atmosphere is calm and professional, emphasizing patient-centered care.

Case Scenario: Celiac Disease Consultation

Master PLAB 2 with this structured approach to celiac disease consultation—active listening, diagnosis, management & patient education.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A concerned doctor gently explains a medical condition to a hesitant teenage girl in a hospital setting. The doctor maintains eye contact with empathy, while the background subtly includes IV fluids and monitors, reinforcing the medical environment without distraction. The lighting is soft, creating a serious yet compassionate atmosphere

Case Scenario: Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) in a 16-year-old Patient

Learn how to handle a PLAB 2 case on diabetic ketoacidosis in a teen, emphasizing urgency, patient autonomy, and clear communication.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

Case Scenario: Angry Parent of a CP Child with Recurrent Infections

Summary: This case involves managing an angry parent whose child, Dwight, has cerebral palsy and recurrent infections requiring IV...

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A male doctor with a calm, empathetic expression listens attentively to a concerned middle-aged male patient in a modern, well-lit clinic.

PLAB 2 Case Summary: Erectile Dysfunction with Suspected Medication Side Effect

Master PLAB 2 with this erectile dysfunction case: history-taking, diagnosis, medication review, and key exam tips for UK doctors.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A professional medical consultation in a UK clinic. A female doctor in a white coat attentively listens to a concerned young woman patient, maintaining a reassuring demeanor. The setting is clean, minimalistic, and calming, emphasizing a supportive and professional atmosphere.

Case Scenario: Vaginal Candidiasis

Learn how to diagnose, manage, and communicate effectively in a PLAB 2 or UKMLA CPSA case on vaginal candidiasis with key exam tips.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

Alt Text: A doctor attentively listens to an elderly patient in a consultation room. The patient, appearing stiff and uncomfortable, gestures towards their shoulders while the doctor, wearing a stethoscope, maintains eye contact and nods reassuringly, creating a professional and empathetic atmosphere. The softly lit background keeps the focus on their interaction.

Case Scenario: Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR)

Struggling with morning stiffness? Learn how to diagnose and manage Polymyalgia Rheumatica (PMR) for PLAB 2 and UKMLA CPSA exams.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A tired and concerned middle-aged taxi driver sits in a doctor’s office, looking drowsy. The doctor listens attentively, taking notes in a calm and professional setting, emphasizing the importance of medical consultation for sleep disorders.

PLAB 2 Case Scenario: Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA) in a Taxi Driver

Master PLAB 2 & UKMLA CPSA with this Obstructive Sleep Apnea case guide—diagnosis, CPAP management, DVLA rules & key exam tips!

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A doctor in a consultation room speaks calmly with a concerned mother holding her young child. The mother appears hesitant while the doctor uses open hand gestures and maintains eye contact to reassure her. The setting is a warm and professional clinical environment, emphasizing understanding, patience, and clear communication.

Case Scenario: Parental Refusal of Flu Vaccination for a Child

Learn how to handle parental refusal of flu vaccination in PLAB 2. Address concerns, ensure vaccine safety, and communicate effectively.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A doctor attentively listens to a middle-aged male patient clutching his swollen big toe in pain during a medical consultation in a modern clinic.

PLAB 2 Case Scenario Summary: Gout Consultation

Master PLAB 2 & UKMLA CPSA with this gout case guide! Avoid common mistakes, improve communication, and ace your management skills.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A concerned female patient lies in a hospital bed, appearing uncomfortable due to constipation. A doctor in a white coat stands beside her with a calm and reassuring expression, explaining the treatment plan. The hospital room is clean and professional, with subtle medical equipment in the background, emphasizing empathy and patient care.

PLAB 2 Case Scenario: Postoperative Constipation Management

Master PLAB 2 with this guide on postoperative constipation—history taking, red flags, management, and communication skills for UK practice.

examiner mla

Mar 14, 20252 min read

Case Scenario: Psoriasis Consultation

Summary: This case scenario involves a consultation for a patient with psoriasis. The focus is on history-taking, diagnosis, management,...

examiner mla

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A doctor examining a middle-aged patient with allergic rhinitis in a clinical setting. The doctor uses an otoscope to check the patient's nasal passages in a well-lit GP consultation room, reflecting professionalism and patient care.

PLAB 2 Case Scenario Summary: Allergic Rhinitis (Hay Fever)

Master allergic rhinitis for PLAB 2 & UKMLA CPSA with a structured approach, key differentials, management tips & time-saving strategies.

examiner mla

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A realistic digital painting of a doctor in a consultation room speaking to a concerned middle-aged male patient. The patient looks anxious as the doctor gently explains a serious neurological condition. The setting is a calm, professional clinic environment with warm lighting. The doctor maintains eye contact, showing empathy, while the patient listens with a worried expression. The image focuses on their facial expressions and body language, capturing the emotional and professional essence of a medical consultation.

Case Scenario: Neurological Condition with Driving Implications (Possible Guillain-Barré Syndrome)

Master empathy, communication & time management in PLAB 2 with this neurological case on DVLA rules, patient concerns & diagnosis!

examiner mla

Mar 14, 20252 min read

A professional doctor in a well-lit GP consultation room discusses cervical screening (Pap smear) with a young female patient. The doctor has a warm and approachable demeanor, while the patient listens attentively. Medical posters are visible in the background, creating a reassuring and professional atmosphere.

Cervical Screening Talk: How to Keep It Clear, Relevant, and Patient-Friendly

Master the cervical screening consultation for PLAB 2 & UKMLA! Keep it clear, patient-focused, and time-efficient to ace your exam

examiner mla

Mar 14, 20252 min read

Case Scenario: Breaking Bad News – Unstable Pelvic Fracture in a Child

A worried mother sits in a hospital, a doctor comforting her as she learns her child needs urgent surgery for an unstable pelvic fracture.

Ann Augustin

Mar 14, 20252 min read