Czech Neurology Board Examination exam-day guide
Czech Neurology Board Examination · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Invitation letter and confirmation of registration (pozvánka)
Bring the written invitation or registration confirmation issued by the organizing institution (typically a medical faculty or the Czech Medical Chamber in cooperation with the professional society). Confirm with the provider which document is accepted as proof of registration and whether a printed copy is required. needs_review
Valid photo ID
A government-issued photo ID (občanský průkaz or passport) is standard for identity verification at Czech examinations. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted and whether a passport is required for candidates without Czech citizenship. needs_review
Proof of completed training / attestation documents
Candidates for the specialization (atestační) examination normally submit a logbook of procedures, a training record (průkaz specializačního vzdělávání), and confirmation of completed rotations. Confirm with the provider the exact list and whether originals or certified copies are needed. needs_review
Logbook of performed procedures and case records
Prepare the record of procedures relevant to the specialty (e.g., EEG/EMG counts, lumbar punctures, thrombolysis or stroke-unit experience) as required by the training program. Confirm with the provider the required minimums and the format for submission. needs_review
Case presentations or written materials required by the exam format
Some specialty examinations require a prepared case presentation or a written report. Confirm with the provider whether any written materials must be submitted in advance or brought to the oral part. needs_review
Payment confirmation of the examination fee
Examination fees and payment methods are set by the organizing institution. Confirm with the provider the amount, deadline, and acceptable proof of payment. needs_review
Professional attire and stethoscope
Dress as for a clinical workplace; a stethoscope is expected at practically oriented parts of the examination. Confirm with the provider whether any equipment is supplied.
Review the published examination syllabus and question areas
Study the topic list published by the organizing institution (vascular, epileptology, neuromuscular, demyelinating, movement disorders, neurogenetics, neuroimaging, CSF, intensive care). Confirm with the provider which syllabus version applies to your examination date. needs_review
Refresh key clinical scales and emergency algorithms
Be ready to discuss NIHSS/ mRS, Glasgow Coma Scale, status epilepticus and acute stroke management pathways, and interpretation of CT/MRI and CSF findings at a level expected for the specialty.
Plan travel and accommodation
Examinations are usually held in Prague or another faculty city; arrive the day before if traveling far. Check the exact address and start time on the invitation.
Know the break and timing policy
The structure of the practical/oral part and any breaks are set by the examining board. Confirm with the provider the expected duration and whether breaks are permitted. needs_review
Emergency contact for the organizing office
Save the phone number and email of the examination secretariat in case of delay, illness, or missing documents.
Plan the day
Confirm the date, time, and address of the examination and re-read the invitation. Verify that all documents (logbook, training record, case materials) are complete and signed. If anything is missing, contact the secretariat immediately rather than on the day.
Do a final structured review of high-yield areas: acute stroke and thrombolysis/thrombectomy indications, status epilepticus, meningitis/encephalitis and CSF interpretation, Guillain-Barré syndrome and myasthenia, MS diagnostic criteria, and common neurogenetic syndromes. Practice explaining your reasoning aloud, since the practical part is oral.
Rehearse presenting two or three of your own cases concisely: history, examination findings, investigations, differential diagnosis, management, and outcome. Examiners commonly ask candidates to discuss cases from their training.
Prepare the physical folder: invitation, ID, training documents, logbook, payment confirmation, stethoscope, and a pen. Charge your phone and save the secretariat contact. Confirm travel arrangements.
Keep the evening calm and sleep adequately. Avoid last-minute cramming of new material; a brief review of scales and emergency algorithms is enough. Check the weather and transport for the morning.
Eat breakfast and arrive at the venue well before the scheduled start to allow for registration and identity checks. Bring the folder with all documents. Switch your phone to silent before entering the examination area.
At registration, present your ID and invitation, confirm your attendance, and ask where to wait. Note the order of candidates and the rooms assigned for the practical and oral parts.
Listen to each question fully before answering. Structure answers: state the finding, give the differential, then the management. If you do not know something, say so and explain how you would find out; do not invent facts. Ask for clarification if a question is ambiguous.
At the practical station, describe examination findings systematically and interpret images or traces aloud. If you are unsure of an interpretation, state your uncertainty and the reasoning behind it.
Ask the secretariat about the expected date and manner of result notification and about the appeals procedure. Confirm with the provider how results are communicated. needs_review
Rules to check
Bring a valid government-issued photo ID; identity is checked at registration. Confirm with the provider which documents are accepted, especially for candidates without Czech citizenship. needs_review
Arrive before the scheduled start time. Late arrival may be handled at the discretion of the examining board; confirm with the provider what happens if you are delayed. needs_review
Follow the instructions of the examining board on the order of stations, waiting areas, and whether any materials may be taken into the examination room. Confirm with the provider whether any written materials or aids are permitted. needs_review
Electronic devices must be switched off or silenced during the examination unless the board permits otherwise. Do not attempt to record, photograph, or communicate about examination content.
If you are ill or unable to attend, notify the organizing institution as early as possible and ask about rescheduling or fee rules. Confirm with the provider the conditions for withdrawal or deferral. needs_review
Answer independently and in your own words. Presenting another person's work, case records, or written materials as your own is a conduct issue and may lead to termination of the examination.
Scoring and the pass/fail decision are made by the examining board according to the published rules of the organizing institution. Confirm with the provider the grading scheme and the appeals procedure. needs_review
Treat examiners, patients, and staff with professional courtesy; patient consent and confidentiality rules apply to any clinical material discussed during the examination.