FMGE Quick Study Plan

This FMGE Quick Study Plan provides a structured, high-yield roadmap for efficient exam preparation. Subjects are divided into three strategic tiers: foundational disciplines with maximum repeated questions, conceptual system-based subjects essential for solving integrated clinical cases, and scoring short subjects ideal for final-week revision. Each priority area lists the most relevant themes—OBG, PSM, Surgery, and Pathology form the core, followed by Pharmacology, Medicine, Microbiology, Anatomy, and Pediatrics. The plan concludes with volatile but high-scoring topics like FMT, Ophthalmology, ENT, Orthopedics, Dermatology, Psychiatry, Radiology, Anesthesia, and Biochemistry. Perfect for quick, focused, outcome-driven revision.

PRIORITY 1: THE “BIG 4” & BASICS (Study First – 3 Weeks)

These subjects appear with the highest frequency in the recall papers and form the foundation for clinical vignettes.

1. Obstetrics & Gynecology (OBG)
   • Why: Consistently high question count with repeated themes like PPH, MTP Act, and labor management.
   • Key Focus: Contraception (IUCD images, OCP contraindications), MTP Act 2021 guidelines, PPH management, and Fetal monitoring (CTG).
2. Community Medicine (PSM)
   • Why: High volume of questions covering Programs, Epidemiology, and Biostatistics.
   • Key Focus: Biostatistics (Mean/Median/Mode, Normal distribution), Vaccines (Open Vial Policy, NIS), and Health Programs (NTEP, RCH).
3. Surgery
   • Why: Heavy focus on Trauma, GI, and Oncology. Often overlaps with Anatomy.
   • Key Focus: Trauma (ATLS, GCS, Burns), Breast Pathology (Fibroadenoma vs. Ca Breast), and GI (Hernias, Appendicitis).
4. Pathology
   • Why: Forms the basis for Medicine questions; heavily tested on Hematology and Histopathology images.
   • Key Focus: Anemia (Iron deficiency vs. Thalassemia), Leukemia (AML/CML features), and Genetic translocations (Philadelphia chromosome).

PRIORITY 2: CONCEPTUAL & SYSTEMIC (Study Next – 2 Weeks)

These subjects require understanding of mechanisms and are essential for solving integrated clinical cases.

1. Pharmacology
   • Why: Direct questions on drugs and antidotes, plus integrated management questions.
   • Key Focus: General Pharma (Graphs/Bioavailability), Antimicrobials (ATT, Anti-retroviral), and Autonomic drugs.
2. Medicine
   • Why: Vast syllabus, but questions often cluster around Cardio, Neuro, and Endo.
   • Key Focus: ECG interpretation (MI locations, Arrhythmias), Stroke management, and Endocrinology (Diabetes/Thyroid).
3. Microbiology
   • Why: Image-heavy; high yield for Virology and Parasitology.
   • Key Focus: Microscopy (Eggs, Cysts), Staining (Acid Fast, Gram), and Sterilization/BMW.
4. Anatomy
   • Why: High frequency of nerve injuries and specific embryology.
   • Key Focus: Brachial Plexus/Nerve injuries (Wrist drop, Foot drop), and Pharyngeal arches.
5. Pediatrics
   • Why: Overlaps significantly with OBG (Neonatology) and PSM (Nutrition/Vaccines).
   • Key Focus: Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP), Developmental Milestones, and Malnutrition (SAM).

PRIORITY 3: SCORING SHORTS & VOLATILE (Final Revision – 1 Week)

These subjects have fewer questions but are highly repetitive and factual. Study them last to retain “volatile” memory.

1. Forensic Medicine (FMT)
   • Why: Major updates in 2024/2025 regarding BNS/BSA laws.
   • Key Focus: New Legal Sections (BNS 26, BSA 111), Toxicology (Snake bite, Alcohol), and Thanatology (Rigor mortis).
2. Ophthalmology
   • Why: Very predictable image-based questions.
   • Key Focus: Cataract types/surgeries, Refractive errors, and Glaucoma drugs.
3. ENT
   • Why: Anatomy-based and clinical scenarios.
   • Key Focus: Pure Tone Audiometry, Vocal cord palsy, and Nasopharyngeal Angiofibroma.
4. Orthopedics
   • Why: X-ray based diagnoses are quick to score.
   • Key Focus: Bone tumors (Osteosarcoma vs GCT), and Fractures (Colles, Supracondylar).
5. Dermatology
   • Why: Visual recognition is key.
   • Key Focus: Vesiculobullous lesions, Leprosy types, and STIs.
6. Psychiatry
   • Why: Short syllabus, easy clinical scenarios.
   • Key Focus: Drugs (Lithium, Antipsychotics), and Schizophrenia vs. Mood disorders.
7. Radiology
   • Why: Integrated with Surgery/Medicine.
   • Key Focus: Emergency X-rays (Pneumothorax, Obstruction), and CT Head (Bleeds).
8. Anesthesia
   • Why: Practical/Equipment based.
   • Key Focus: Capnography, Intubation equipment, and Agents (Propofol/Ketamine).
9. Biochemistry
   • Why: Metabolic cycles and vitamins are memory-heavy.
   • Key Focus: Vitamin deficiency symptoms, Enzyme defects (Von Gierke, Galactosemia).