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About this course
This is a comprehensive question bank designed to help doctors prepare for the Core Surgical Training (CST) interview, one of the most competitive entry points into surgical training. The 2026 recruitment cycle sees over 5,300 applicants competing for 630 posts, with the interview contributing 90% of the final score and the MSRA making up the remaining 10%. Success in the interview often determines whether candidates secure a place in their preferred region.
The Medibuddy CST Question Bank contains over 40 carefully crafted scenarios updated for the 2026 interview format. The team has updated 15 management and clinical scenarios, and four portfolio scenarios to reflect the most recent interview patterns. The question bank has been developed by high-scoring CST trainees and specialty registrars who have secured competitive core surgical jobs, ensuring the material is accurate, relevant, and reflective of actual interview experiences.
The question bank covers three key areas:
- Clinical scenarios focused on clinical topics that come up every year, with detailed questions and model answers to help maximise performance
