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PLAB 2 consultation scenario showing a calm, confident doctor managing a patient under time pressure, with a stopwatch indicating 2 minutes remaining out of an 8-minute station, highlighting urgency and structured clinical thinking

⏱️ Running Out of Time in PLAB 2? Here’s How to Still Pass the Station

Running out of time in PLAB 2? Learn how to summarise management smartly, secure marks, and finish your station with confidence.

Ann Augustin

Apr 72 min read

PLAB 2 training scenario showing a doctor counselling a pregnant woman with a breech baby, with a visual illustration of the fetus in a bottom-first position inside the womb.

Breech Presentation and External Cephalic Version (ECV): A PLAB 2 Guide

Master breech presentation in PLAB 2, ECV counselling, diagnosis, risks, and delivery options explained clearly for exam success.

Ann Augustin

Mar 263 min read

Portrait-style image of a doctor, resembling a PLAB 2 candidate, calmly consulting with a slightly embarrassed young female patient in a professional, softly lit clinic setting.

PUID: 57 || PLAB 2 Mock :: Dermatology: Folliculitis

Master the PLAB 2 folliculitis station: rule out STIs, manage sensitively, give clear advice, and reassure with evidence-based care.

examiner mla

Aug 10, 20252 min read

A doctor having a serious conversation with a concerned middle-aged woman, with an elderly patient lying in bed in the background — illustrating a PLAB 2 scenario on elder safeguarding and sensitive communication.

PUID: 56 || PLAB 2 Mock :: Medical Ethics: Elderly Multiple Bruises

Learn how to identify, assess, and manage suspected elder abuse in PLAB 2 stations with empathy, structure, and GMC safeguarding guidance.

examiner mla

Aug 10, 20252 min read

A calm PLAB 2 consultation scene showing a teenage girl seated anxiously in a clinic room while a compassionate doctor gently supports and speaks to her, with a stethoscope and clipboard indicating a clinical setting.

PUID 49:: Unplanned Teenage Pregnancy Presenting with Nausea:: A PLAB 2 Mock:: 1st Attempt

Learn how to manage a sensitive teenage pregnancy scenario in PLAB 2, focusing on safeguarding, Gillick competence, and patient-centred care.

examiner mla

Jul 22, 20252 min read

Ace the venous leg ulcer PLAB 2 station: from diagnosis to compression therapy, patient communication, and NHS surgical referral.

🦵 Venous Ulcers – PLAB 2 Focused Guide

Ace the venous leg ulcer PLAB 2 station: from diagnosis to compression therapy, patient communication, and NHS surgical referral.

Ann Augustin

Jul 20, 20253 min read

A PLAB 2 teaching session where a doctor demonstrates subcutaneous injection technique to a medical student in a clinical skills setting.

Subcutaneous Injections:: Attempt 2:: A PLAB 2 Mock

Master the art of teaching subcutaneous injections for PLAB 2 with this comprehensive, checklist-based breakdown and expert tips.

examiner mla

Jul 18, 20252 min read

PLAB 2 Mock test feedback:: Symptomatic Differential Medicine-Suspected Dementia:: 2nd Attempt

Avoid common PLAB 2 pitfalls – disorganised consultation, poor diagnosis, weak management. Master structured and patient-centred approaches.

examiner mla

Jul 10, 20257 min read

A young empathetic doctor listens attentively to an elderly South Asian man looking concerned, both seated across a desk in a calm clinic setting, representing PLAB 2 consultation practice.

Dementia Assessment and Differentials:: PLAB 2 Mock 2nd attempt

Master dementia assessment in PLAB 2: key data gathering, MMSE tips, and structured management to maximise your station marks.

examiner mla

Jul 10, 20253 min read

A middle-aged male patient with short gray hair sits calmly in a consultation room, listening attentively to a doctor in a white coat who gestures reassuringly, illustrating a typical PLAB 2 counselling scenario in a warm, neutral clinical setting.

PSA Testing Counselling for Asymptomatic Patient: A PLAB 2 Mock

Learn how to effectively counsel asymptomatic patients requesting PSA testing for prostate cancer screening in PLAB 2 scenarios.

examiner mla

Jul 7, 20252 min read

Illustration for a PLAB 2 scenario showing a calm, middle-aged ethnically diverse man consulting a doctor in a clinic, with a soft overlay of a PSA blood test vial and a prostate anatomical diagram in neutral tones.

📝 PSA Testing – A Complete High-Yield Guide for PLAB 2

Understand PSA testing, causes of elevated PSA, when to refer for prostate cancer, and counselling tips for PLAB 2 success.

Ann Augustin

Jul 7, 20252 min read

A calm elderly woman with short grey hair and a thoughtful expression sits in a clinic setting, wearing a beige top, with a doctor’s hand resting gently on her shoulder in reassurance. The background is softly blurred, creating a warm, professional medical environment.

PUID: 42 ||Suspected Dementia Assessment with Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE): A PLAB 2 mock attempt 1

Learn a structured approach to dementia assessment in PLAB 2, with key MMSE tips, differential diagnosis, and management strategies.

examiner mla

Jun 29, 20252 min read

A calm elderly man sitting in a clinic with a doctor holding a cognitive assessment sheet showing geometric shapes, as they discuss the test together in a bright, neutral clinical setting, commonly used in PLAB 2 cognitive assessment scenarios.

🧠 Mini Mental State Examination (MMSE) – A Structured Guide

Learn how to perform and interpret the MMSE effectively in PLAB 2 cognitive assessment stations with this practical structured guide.

Ann Augustin

Jun 28, 20255 min read

A calm, confident male doctor in a white coat is gently explaining brain MRI results to a worried female patient in a consultation room, illustrating a PLAB 2 scenario. The doctor is holding brain scan images while the woman listens with concern, and a blurred anatomical brain poster is visible in the background.

🧠 Pituitary Adenomas in PLAB 2: Master Hormonal Disorders, Mass Effects, and Emergencies

Pituitary adenomas: hormonal excess, mass effects, and hypopituitarism explained for PLAB 2 with diagnostic, management, and OSCE tips.

Ann Augustin

Jun 27, 20254 min read

A calm pregnant woman sits on an examination table with her eyes closed, wearing a pink t-shirt and grey leggings, while a midwife in blue scrubs measures her blood pressure using a manual sphygmomanometer and stethoscope in a bright, neatly organised antenatal clinic room. A fetal development poster and shelves in the background suggest structured clinical care, reflecting a realistic PLAB 2 antenatal scenario.

Preeclampsia: A PLAB 2 Clinical Approach for Safe and Effective OSCE Practice

Preeclampsia at 38 weeks: diagnosis, risk factors, investigations, management, and safe structured communication for PLAB 2 OSCE.

Ann Augustin

Jun 27, 20253 min read

A calm female doctor in a white coat with a stethoscope consults a male patient, with icons above showing an alert symbol, calendar, and clock, symbolizing urgency and timely care decisions in a clinical setting relevant to PLAB 2 scenarios.

Understanding NHS Referrals: Complete Guide & System‑Wise Cheat‑Sheet for PLAB 2

Master NHS referral urgency—from emergency to routine—and know when and how to escalate care safely in PLAB 2 stations.

Ann Augustin

Jun 1, 20254 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