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Medical Ethics: Social Media Professional Boundaries
Navigating social media boundaries is key for doctors. Maintain trust by keeping interactions with patients professional and confidential.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20243 min read


Developmental Delay and Parental Concerns
Handling parental concerns about developmental delays requires empathy, clear communication, and structured follow-up for reassurance.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20243 min read


Telephone Consultation for Suspected Skin Lesion
Master the PLAB 2 telephone consultation: learn to balance focused history-taking, clear provisional diagnosis, and patient-centered care.
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20242 min read


Handling the Heat: A PLAB 2 Guide to Managing Angry Patients When Disclosing a Misdiagnosis
Learning to handle high-stake PLAB 2 scenarios with angry patients by learning how to disclose misdiagnoses with empathy and professionalism
Ann Augustin
Nov 6, 20242 min read


Eating Disorder in a Teenage Girl (Bulimia Nervosa)
Manage bulimia in teens, addressing life-threatening risks, communicating empathetically, and referring to specialist mental health services
Ann Augustin
Oct 5, 20243 min read


Angry Parent Complaining About Premature Baby’s Care
Manage angry parents by acknowledging concerns, apologizing, and ensuring immediate care for premature babies to prevent infection risks.
Ann Augustin
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Medical Errors: A Guide to Compassionate Disclosure and Conflict Resolution
Learn how to disclose medical errors, manage patient anger, and maintain trust with effective communication and empathy in high-pressure.
Ann Augustin
Sep 5, 20242 min read


How to Approach Clinical Scenarios in PLAB 2
Master PLAB 2 clinical scenarios: from history taking and examination to diagnosis and management, ensuring comprehensive care.
examiner mla
Jul 13, 20243 min read


Top Tips for Preparing for PLAB 2
Discover top tips for acing the PLAB 2 exam, from understanding the format and using reliable resources to practicing communication skills.
examiner mla
Jul 13, 20243 min read


What to Expect on the Day of Your PLAB 2 Exam
Learn what to expect on the day of your PLAB 2 exam, including arrival, ID requirements, exam format, dress code, and post-exam conduct tips
examiner mla
Jul 13, 20243 min read


Suspected Cancer Pathway: Effective Medical Teaching
Build rapport, check understanding, use mnemonics (FLAWS), correct errors politely, engage interactively, and emphasize referrals and follow
Ann Augustin
Jun 29, 20242 min read


Summary of Feedback for Scenario: Angry Patient Consultation
Recognize and address angry patient concerns, gather detailed info on infection, validate emotions, explain, apologize, offer PALS.
Ann Augustin
Jun 28, 20242 min read


Medical Ethics: Minor with STI
Identify STIs in minors quickly, address abuse and legal issues, involve seniors, and ensure follow-up for support and safety netting.
examiner mla
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Cultural Competence: Transgender Patient with UTI
Focus on UTI symptoms, respect gender identity, gather relevant history, provide pain relief, refer to support groups, clear comminucation.
examiner mla
Jun 24, 20242 min read


Participant Information Sheet for the UKMLA-CPSA (PLAB 2) Free Mock Test Study
Participate in a free mock test study for the UKMLA-CPSA (PLAB 2) exam, receive personalized feedback, and help improve exam preparation.
examiner mla
Jun 23, 20242 min read


Feedback Summary: Breaking Bad News and Dementia with Weight Loss
Examiner delves into the intricacies of effectively delivering bad news through minimizing data gathering and understanding patient concerns
examiner mla
Jun 19, 20243 min read


Approaching a Back Pain scenario
Effective back pain management involves empathy, detailed data gathering, and holistic care. Focus on patient concerns.
examiner mla
Jun 11, 20242 min read
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