£85.00
Expires: 21 December, 2025
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Knowledge course includes:
- Over 20 comprehensive video lectures
- Differentiate yourself as a top candidate
- Be prepared for all follow-up questions
Save £30 by combining the CST knowledge course with our CST question bank
£140.00
£170 total if both bought separately
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Expires: 21 December, 2025
Buy our CST Question Bank in addition to our CST Knowledge Course to:
- Access over 40 unique scenarios
- Includes Clinical scenarios
- Includes Management/Presentation scenarios
More about our Question Bank
The Medibuddy CST Knowledge course has been designed to complement our hugely popular CST Interview Question Bank. Whilst our question bank is an excellent way of preparing for the common CST themes that come up each year, most candidates will receive at least one curveball question. These are usually asked when you’re doing well, and their goal is to differentiate between the top candidates. They are generally questions that you can’t predict and will only be able to answer if you have a thorough understanding of the topic.
Our CST Knowledge Course will give you that thorough understanding. We recommend working through the knowledge course in addition to the question bank. This will give you the best chance of scoring top marks on the day.
“The presentations were excellent for the purpose of CST interview preparation. The sessions covered the basic pathophysiology and clinical aspects of the conditions covered.”
Over 40 common interview scenarios
Clinical and management station scenarios
Comprehensive explanations
Written by high-scoring candidates
Over 20 comprehensive video lectures (nearly 10 hours total)
Learn each topic in-depth
Created by specialty SpRs
Be prepared for curve-ball follow-up questions
A key advantage of the CST Knowledge Course is the depth it brings to your preparation, equipping you with insights that go beyond standard interview questions. By developing a solid foundation in each topic area, you'll be able to confidently discuss complex concepts, tackle unexpected scenarios, and demonstrate the expertise that interviewers look for in top candidates. With each video-based topic, you’re building the knowledge base that can make all the difference when faced with challenging questions on interview day.
As you’re probably aware, Core Surgical Training (CST) is highly competitive. In 2024, there were 3,384 applications for only 645 posts. This was an increase of over 800 applications from 2023, with just an additional 36 posts.
This increased competition makes it essential to have a strong grasp of key surgical topics and a thorough understanding of the knowledge required to stand out during the selection process. Being well-prepared is critical to succeeding in this increasingly competitive specialty.
Watch Bibek's video on "Appendicitis", to get a feel for the course. Bibek provides an overview of appendicitis, including important examination findings, differential diagnoses, and the use of risk scoring and imaging to diagnose appendicitis.
What will I learn from the online Core Surgical Training Knowledge Course?
The CST Knowledge Course is divided into 18 focused topics, offering nearly 10 hours of comprehensive material designed to enhance your surgical knowledge and interview preparation. Each topic contains lessons covering specific issues, treatments and situations you’ll likely encounter throughout Core Surgical Training.
Focus on assessing, diagnosing, and managing injuries to the abdomen, using surveys, imaging, and appropriate interventions to address shock and other complications
Cover the symptoms, severity scoring, and management of pancreatitis, including understanding its pathophysiology and treatment for both uncomplicated and complicated cases
Focus on the symptoms, diagnostic imaging, and management of appendicitis, including special considerations for children and pregnant women
Address the assessment, imaging, and management of thoracic trauma, following ATLS guidelines for both surgical and non-surgical interventions
Explore the causes, diagnostic investigations, and management of biliary infections, while differentiating them from other biliary pathologies
Review the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for cholecystitis, including management of both calculous and acalculous cases
Examine the symptoms, diagnostic approaches, and management strategies for gastrointestinal blockages, with both conservative and surgical options
Focus on the causes, risk assessment, and management of acute and chronic limb ischaemia, covering a broad spectrum of presentations
Address the assessment, diagnosis, and management of fractures, along with understanding potential complications and their immediate treatment
Understand the pathophysiology, diagnostic investigations, and management strategies for ulcers, including both imaging and treatment options
Cover the approach to managing drowsiness in post-operative patients, focusing on diagnosis, imaging, and treating common causes, with attention to vulnerable groups
Examine the differential diagnoses and management plans for patients presenting with post-operative abdominal pain
Recognise the symptoms, perform investigations, and manage both uncomplicated and complicated kidney infections
Focus on assessing, investigating, and managing fever in post-operative patients, including special scenarios and underlying causes
Cover the symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for kidney and ureteric stones, particularly uncomplicated cases
Review the anatomy, classification, and management of fractures, with a focus on emergency and definitive care
Examine the symptoms, diagnostic scoring systems, and management of variceal and ulcer-related bleeding, with strategies to prevent re-bleeding
Focus on the common types, diagnostic workup, and management strategies for suspected cancers in the urinary tract system
“Fantastic! It really helped me figure out how to approach patients in the interview.”
Highly curated Core Surgical Training Knowledge Course video course content
Our CST Knowledge Course lessons have been created by registrars with recent experience of completing CST. They’ve been there and done it, so they know what it takes to succeed. The course content gives you a deeper understanding of common CST topics, giving you the necessary knowledge to ace the interview and become a successful surgical trainee.
£85.00
Expires: 21 December, 2025
Buy knowledge course
Knowledge course includes:
- Over 20 comprehensive video lectures
- Differentiate yourself as a top candidate
- Be prepared for all follow-up questions
Save £30 by combining the CST knowledge course with our CST question bank
£140.00
£170 total if both bought separately
Buy CST bundle now
Expires: 21 December, 2025
Buy our CST Question Bank in addition to our CST Knowledge Course to:
- Access over 40 unique scenarios
- Includes Clinical scenarios
- Includes Management/Presentation scenarios
More about our Question Bank
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Core Surgical Training Knowledge Course?
A Core Surgical Training (CST) Knowledge Course is designed to help candidates prepare for their CST interviews by comprehensively covering a broad range of essential surgical topics. It helps develop the knowledge and skills necessary for success in the interview process and beyond, ensuring candidates are well-prepared for the challenges of surgical training.
Who delivers Core Surgical Training Knowledge Courses?
These courses are delivered by surgical registrars who have successfully completed the CST interview process and the program. We specifically chose registrars to deliver the presentations so they could bring their expertise and firsthand experience to the course.
Who is the Medibuddy Core Surgical Training Knowledge Course for?
The Medibuddy Core Surgical Training Knowledge Course is designed for aspiring surgical trainees who want to succeed in the CST interview and become confident, knowledgeable trainees. It complements our CST question bank and is an excellent resource to improve your understanding of key surgical areas.
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