About the Course
The MRCP(UK) PACES Preparation Course is designed to equip candidates with the practical skills, clinical insight, and confidence needed to excel in the PACES exam. Delivered by experienced examiners and clinicians, this course provides intensive, hands-on training across all five PACES stations. Participants will engage in structured clinical practice, receive real-time feedback, and participate in simulated exam circuits, ensuring they are fully prepared to demonstrate clinical competence in a high-stakes environment.
Learning Outcomes:
By the end of this course, participants will be able to:
- Perform focused and systematic clinical examinations across major body systems with clarity and confidence.
- Take structured patient histories and communicate effectively in a patient-centred, empathetic manner.
- Develop an approach to interpret clinical findings, imaging results, and investigative findings to formulate accurate diagnoses and management plans.
- Demonstrate professional behaviour and ethical communication in challenging patient encounters.
- Apply exam-day strategies to manage time, maintain composure, and deliver consistent performance across all PACES stations.
Date: Sep 27 - 28, 2025
Mode: On-site
Location: Dubai, UAE
Course Instructor
Dr. Yasar Hammor, MRCP (UK), FRCP, MHPE, MSc, is an esteemed clinician-educator and Associate Professor at University College Dublin, Ireland. Dr Hammor is bringing extensive experience in internal medicine and medical education. A Royal College of Physicians (UK) Fellow and certified in Health Professions Education, Dr. Hammor specializes in PACES coaching, with a strong focus on evidence-based teaching methods and exam readiness. He is also a published expert on integrating artificial intelligence into medical training, having recently authored "The Role of Artificial Intelligence in Precision Medical Education," which advocates for tailored, adaptive learning approaches. With over a decade of hands-on experience in clinical assessment and examiner training, Dr. Hammor combines rigorous exam insight with modern pedagogical techniques to help candidates excel in their PACES journey.
This course is ideal for:
- Doctors preparing for the MRCP(UK) PACES exam.
- Internal medicine trainees seeking structured clinical practice and feedback.
- International medical graduates aiming to familiarize themselves with UK-based clinical expectations.
- Any candidate needing to refine their bedside examination, communication, and patient interaction skills under exam conditions.