Czech Gynaecology and Obstetrics Board Exam exam-day guide
Czech Gynaecology and Obstetrics Board Exam · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Official invitation and registration confirmation
Print or download the invitation/registration confirmation issued by the organising institution (typically a Czech medical faculty or the Institute for Postgraduate Medical Education in cooperation with the Czech Medical Chamber). Verify the exact date, time, venue, and format stated there. The precise document name and whether a printed copy is required should be confirmed with the provider.
Valid photo ID
Bring a government-issued photo ID (passport or Czech national ID card). If you are a foreign-trained candidate, carry your passport and any residence or visa documentation. Whether a specific ID type is mandatory should be confirmed with the provider.
Proof of completed specialty training / logbook
The specialty training logbook and confirmation of completed rotations and required procedures are commonly reviewed at or before the examination. Bring the signed, stamped original. The exact required documentation and whether it is checked on exam day should be confirmed with the provider.
Diploma and licence documents
Carry originals or certified copies of your medical diploma and any licence or registration documents. Requirements vary by candidate category; confirm the exact list with the provider.
Written summary of your training and operative experience
Prepare a concise, accurate overview of your training sites, rotations, and the gynaecological and obstetric procedures you have performed. You may be asked to present or discuss this. Keep figures honest and consistent with your logbook.
Case-list preparation for oral/practical stations
Be ready to discuss common clinical scenarios: abnormal uterine bleeding, adnexal mass, ectopic pregnancy, preeclampsia, postpartum haemorrhage, fetal distress, and cervical cancer screening. Rehearse structured presentations (history, findings, differential, management).
Professional attire and comfortable shoes
Dress as you would for a hospital clinical day. The examination may include simulated clinical or practical elements; wear clothing that allows this.
Watch and pen
A plain analogue watch and a pen are useful for written components and timing. Check whether smart devices are prohibited.
Phone silenced and stored
Expect mobile phones and smart devices to be switched off and stored away. Do not rely on your phone as a clock or reference.
Arrival time and route plan
Confirm the reporting time, which is usually earlier than the start of the examination, and plan your route to the venue in advance. Verify the reporting time with the provider.
Refreshments and any personal medication
Bring water and a light snack if breaks are permitted, and any medication you may need. Confirm the break policy with the provider.
Language and terminology readiness
The examination is delivered in Czech. Ensure you are comfortable discussing clinical content and Czech obstetric and gynaecological terminology. If you are entitled to any language accommodation, confirm it with the provider in advance.
Plan the day
Re-read the invitation and confirm the venue, reporting time, required documents, and format. Check travel and accommodation. Assemble all documents in one folder. Review your logbook for consistency with what you will say about your operative experience.
Do focused revision of high-yield topics: obstetric emergencies (postpartum haemorrhage, preeclampsia/eclampsia, shoulder dystocia, fetal distress), early pregnancy complications, gynaecological oncology basics, and cervical screening. Practise aloud the structured presentation of two or three cases.
Do one full mock oral session with a colleague, including questions on management and evidence. Identify weak areas and review only those. Avoid starting entirely new topics.
Confirm travel arrangements and the exact building entrance. Prepare clothing and the document folder. Charge devices but plan not to use them. Get a full night's sleep; avoid last-minute cramming late into the night.
Re-check that the logbook, diploma, licence documents, and ID are packed. Confirm any remaining uncertainties (reporting time, break policy, permitted materials) with the provider.
Eat a proper breakfast, arrive early, and allow margin for transport delays. Switch off and store your phone. Present your ID and documents when requested and follow the examiners' instructions.
Listen to the full question before answering. Structure answers: state the diagnosis or problem, give key findings, then management. If you do not know something, say so and reason aloud from principles rather than guessing. Manage your time and read written questions carefully.
Follow the provider's instructions on leaving the venue and on when and how results are communicated. Do not discuss examination content with candidates who have not yet been examined.
Rules to check
Bring and present valid photo ID on request. Candidates without acceptable identification may not be admitted; confirm the accepted ID types with the provider in advance.
Follow the examiners' and invigilators' instructions at all times. Do not attempt to influence examiners or bring reference materials, notes, or unauthorised devices into the examination room.
Mobile phones and smart devices must be switched off and stored as directed. Unauthorised device use may lead to exclusion; confirm the exact policy with the provider.
Maintain patient confidentiality. When discussing cases, anonymise patient details and do not disclose identifiable information.
Breaks: the format and timing are set by the provider. Do not leave the examination area without permission. Confirm the break policy with the provider.
Scoring: results are determined by the examining body according to its published criteria. Do not assume a pass mark or grading scheme; confirm how and when results are communicated with the provider.
Academic integrity: do not share, record, or reproduce examination questions or content. Report any irregularity to the organiser.
If you have a disability or other circumstance requiring accommodation, request it from the provider well before the examination date; late requests may not be considered.