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What is EFOG-EBCOG?

 The European Fellowship of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (EFOG) is the highest honour offered by the European Board and College of Obstetrics and Gynaecology (EBCOG). This fellowship reflects a commitment to improving women’s health and the care of unborn and newborn babies by promoting the highest standards of medical care.

The main objective of EBCOG is to set standards for postgraduate education, training, and clinical care across Europe. Aligned with UEMS standards, the EFOG-EBCOG exam helps candidates measure their expertise against the rigorous European standards set by EBCOG.

EFOG-EBCOG exam structure 

The EFOG-EBCOG examination assesses candidates’ knowledge in obstetrics and gynaecology, ensuring they meet the standards set by the EBCOG Examination Committee. The exam is divided into two parts: Part 1 (Knowledge Based Assessment) and Part 2 (Clinical Skills Assessment). Only after passing Part 1 can candidates proceed to Part 2.

EFOG-EBCOG Part 1 exam at a glance

Number of papers: Two papers (obstetrics and gynaecology)

Exam pattern: Extended Matching Questions (EMQs), Single Best Answer Questions (SBAs), and Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs)

Exam duration: 6 hours (3 hours per paper)

EFOG-EBCOG Part 2 OSCE at a glance

 Mode of exam: Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE)

Number of stations and tasks: Typically 10

Types of stations: Technical skills stations, clinical scenario stations, communication skills stations, and article evaluation stations

Assessment focus: Technical competence, clinical judgement, communication skills, and critical thinking

Exam duration: 10 minutes per station

Important upcoming dates

For candidates preparing to take the EFOG-EBCOG exams, here are the important dates to mark on your calendar:

Upcoming EFOG-EBCOG Part 1 exam dates

• March 15, 2025 (online)
• August 30, 2025 (online)

Upcoming EFOG-EBCOG Part 2 OSCE exam dates

• November 9, 2024 (Dubai, UAE)

Preparing for the EFOG-EBCOG exams can be challenging, but StudyEFOG, the sole accredited global partner of EBCOG for EFOG courses, is here to guide you. We offer comprehensive short- and long-term courses to help you pass the exams with ease. If you have any questions or need support with your preparation, feel free to reach out to our team for assistance.

Authored By: Sarath