In this episode we look at all aspects of applying and interviewing for the Core Surgical Training programme at RCSI as well as the structure of ST1/ST2 and applying for HST.

We breakdown the different domains that are scored in the application and interview and our own experiences in these areas.

Also covered are: Applying as an International Medical Graduate, MRCS exams and options if unsuccessful this year.

(1:15) Overview of CST

(5:25) CST Application Scoring

(26:45) Overall advice on interview prep

(30:00) MRCS Exams

(34:07) Applying as an IMG

(39:00) Options if unsuccessful

Hosts/Content Creators: Vinnie Varley, Sinead Ramjit, Fintan Ryan, Jessica Ryan

Producers: Vinnie Varley, Michael Flanagan

Artwork: Louisa Gannon

Website istg.ie

Twitter/X @istgofficial

Email: [email protected]

Welcome to Suture Self - The podcast of the Irish Surgical Training Group (ISTG)

Hosts/Content Creators: Vinnie Varley, Sinead Ramjit, Fintan Ryan, Jessica Ryan

Producers: Vinnie Varley, Michael Flanagan

Artwork: Louisa Gannon

Website istg.ie

Twitter/X @istgofficial