Many IMGs focus so heavily on diagnosis in PLAB 2 that they leave barely any time for management — which could cost them a pass. In just 8 minutes per station, you need to prove you're safe, structured, and patient-focused. Here's what successful candidates do differently:
⏱️ Spend 3+ minutes clearly explaining the plan: tests, treatment, safety netting
💬 Use layman’s terms, chunk & check, and invite questions
⚖️ In ethical stations, skip unnecessary history — get to the point with empathy and clarity
🧠 Apply the ARMMS framework for structured, confident counselling
🎯 The best candidates listen more, rush less, and manage better
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