Foreword

Success with the examination is about technique as much as knowledge. This book will be as good as others from the knowledge point of view but adds huge insight into technique. All examinations, whether it be your driving test or the FRCS (Tr & Orth), demand a disciplined technique. This book gives many pointers as to where a good technique helps to overcome the stress of the examination. Knowledge is a must but in itself is not enough. I would advocate this book to all orthopaedic year 1 trainees. That is when you need to start preparation – not year 4. Use this book to guide preparation for the examination. If I can add my own advice, then it is to practise every day. Pester your consultants to viva you every day for 10 minutes. Understand the principles of everything you do in the course of your orthopaedic practice.