This straight-forward guide to taking patient history comprehensively covers all of the commonly seen OSCE scenarios within the current undergraduate medical curriculum. Focused History Taking for OSCEs includes an introductory chapter with general OSCE guidance, including tips from recently qualified doctors and highly respected physicians and surgeons who commonly examine OSCEs. It covers over 50 histories based on presenting complaints - more than any other text on the market - thoroughly testing both knowledge and examination technique. Each history is based around what the candidate is required to consider, with mnemonics and list-based breakdowns to aid prompt recall. It then concludes by outlining key aspects for each differential diagnosis as well as a list of investigations and management options.

Author Biography

David McCollum, .Graham McCollum, Priha Shukla and Peter McCollum respectively Foundation Year One Doctor, University Hospital of South Manchester Foundation Trust; Foundation Year One Doctor, Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust; Foundation Year Two Doctor, University Hospital of South Manchester/The Christie NHS Foundation Trusts; Professor of Vascular Surgery, Honorary Consultant Vascular Surgeon, Hull York Medical School /Hull and East Yorkshire Hospitals NHS Trust