If you are considering a career in ophthalmology, this book is for you. Ophthalmology is among the most popular and rewarding specialties in medicine. This book is packed full of useful strategies to maximise your chances of securing an ophthalmic specialist training (OST) post in the United Kingdom. Each step of the application process is covered, based on official guidance and the author's first-hand experience. An overview of the OST Person Specification and Multi-Specialty Recruitment Assessment (MSRA) is provided. The Evidence Folder (portfolio) is covered in detail, with targeted strategies for boosting scores across all sections. Interview preparation material is provided for the in-person interview format, including critical appraisal, improving patient care (audit and quality improvement), communication skills and clinical knowledge. Interview preparation material is also provided for the 2021 online interview (patient consultation). Three mock interviews with solutions/guidance are provided for both the in-person and online interview formats. The author also gives a candid account of his own journey in ophthalmic specialist training, plus "a week in the life of an ophthalmology trainee". This book is unique in its broad, easy-to-access approach to preparation strategies, theory and practice for aspiring ophthalmologists applying for OST posts in the UK.

About the Author
Sohaib R Rufai is an NIHR Doctoral Fellow and Specialist Registrar in Ophthalmology with an exceptionally strong track record. He has 30 peer-reviewed publications and 20 academic prizes. He is a passionate educator and has been specially trained in teaching, communication, public speaking, writing, leadership and management, exam question writing, interview techniques, interview assessment and more. He has helped many candidates successfully secure their Ophthalmic Specialist Training (OST) posts. The Foreword is written by Prof. I Christopher Lloyd, Head of Ophthalmology at Great Ormond Street Hospital, London. This includes valuable information and advice for candidates.


Book Information
ISBN 9789811236327
Author Sohaib R Rufai
Format Paperback
Page Count 132
Imprint World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd
Publisher World Scientific Publishing Co Pte Ltd