A medical doctor or dentist wishes to achieve fellowship must pass FCPS - I (Part 1) first. The examination is multiple choice questions (MCQ) based and can be done in the chosen specialty. There are about 73 specialties and sub-specialties in which specialization is offered.[1]
Duration of training
After passing FCPS - I, one may start his/her training. It has two parts: initial two years training in a chosen specialty such as General Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Paediatrics, or General Surgery, etc. An Intermediate Module Exam (IMM) is taken after that. IMM exam consists of both theory and viva exams. The viva exam (called TOACS) can only be given once the theory exam is passed with at least 70 % marks. The remaining training can be continued in the chosen specialty for further 2–3 years. After full 4–5 years of training and completing few compulsory requirements (such as rotations at the other relevant departments for certain durations, thesis, and case studies), the candidate is eligible to start attempting the final exam called FCPS-II. FCPS-II consists of theory, viva (TOACS), as well as clinical exams. After passing FCPS-II, the candidate is awarded the Fellowship of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Pakistan and is called a specialist.[2]
