This document provides information about the MRCP(UK) diploma examinations for Indian doctors. It outlines that the MRCP(UK) is an internationally recognized benchmark for general internal medicine. It consists of 3 exams - Part 1 written, Part 2 written, and Part 2 clinical. The exams can all be completed in India without visiting the UK. Eligibility for Part 1 requires 1 year of medical experience after MBBS graduation. Part 2 requires a pass in Part 1 within the last 7 years. Successful candidates are eligible for full UK medical registration and specialization opportunities. The document also discusses the Specialty Certificate Examinations (SCE) which are conducted in Chennai and provide training and employment opportunities in medical specialties in the

1. Guide to the MRCP(UK) diploma examinations for Indian Doctors

2. Why MRCP(UK) Internationally recognised quality benchmark for professional distinction in General Internal Medicine Attractive for corporate hospitals in India Provides competitive edge for General Medicine candidates Recognised for employment in lucrative markets like UK, Australasia, Singapore, Middle East etc Successful candidates are eligible for full GMC registration & possibility of specialisation in UK Membership of Federation of RCP enables access to privileges

3. THE EXAM RCP of London, Edinburgh & Glascow have now become Federation with single common exam MRCP(UK) 3 exams till success PART 1-Written PART 2-Written PART 2- Clinical "PACES" Whole of MRCP(UK) can be completed in India itself without visiting UK

4. ELIGIBILITY PART 1 1 year medical experience after MBBS graduation Could have worked anywhere in the world Needs support of a Proposer ( Non MRCP acceptable)

5. PART 2 Only a pass in PART 1 less than 7 years ago needed Written & PACES can be taken in any order Medical experience not mandatory but advised. Atleast 2 years with 4 months in care of emergency medical patients strongly advised

6. Syllabus Joint Royal college of Physicians training board website gives all details www.jrcptb.org.uk

7. SCE RCPs + Specialist societies in UK = SCE Similar to North American systems Ensures competency in specialities Tests knowledge deemed appropriate for an UK consultant Conducted in Chennai through prometric centres Provides excellent opportunity for training/ employment in said speciality Possibilty of post-nominal Membership e.g MRCP-Nephrology

8. Eligibilty for SCE MRCP(UK) only required for Dermatology, Neurology & Geriatrics Anyone with MBBS can apply for the other specialities

9. SCE specialities Dermatology Endocrinology and Diabetes Gastroenterology Geriatric Medicine Infectious Diseases Medical Oncology Nephrology Neurology Palliative Medicine Respiratory Medicine Rheumatology Acute Medicine