Final Online Exam Guideline CBT

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Computer Based Testing (CBT)
Updated - Oct 2023
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2 Dentists
3 Nurses & Midwives
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Anatomic Pathology Family Medicine Neurosurgery Public Health Medicine
Anesthesia Forensic Medicine Obstetrics & Gynecology Public Health & Preventive Medicine
Cardiology Gastroenterology Ophthalmology Pulmonary Disease
Community Medicine General Practice Orthopedic Surgery Radiology
Clinical Pathology General Surgery Otolaryngology Rheumatology
Critical Care Medicine Hematopathology Pediatrics Sports Medicine
Dermatology Internal Medicine Pediatric Surgery Urology
Diagnostic Radiology Medical Microbiology Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation Vascular Surgery
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Homeopathy Practitioner
Ayurveda Practitioner
Physicians
Anatomic Pathology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: HIS5571 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Cytology • Soft tissue and Bone
• Skin • Male Reproductive System and Urinary Tract
• Head and Neck and CNS* • Breast and Female Reproductive System and Placenta
• Respiratory Tract and Cardiovascular System • Hematolymphoid
• Ancillary Techniques: Frozen section, immunohistochemistry, • Quality Control, Lab Safety and Lab Management
electron microscopy, immunofluorescence, cytogenetics, FISH, • Endocrine System
flow cytometry, molecular. • GIT**
References
1. Kumar, V., Abbas, A., Aster, J., Turner, J., Perkins, J., & Robbins, S. Robbins & Cotran pathologic basis of disease. (Latest Edition).
2. Rosai, J., Ackerman, L., & Rosai, J. (2011). Rosai and Ackerman's surgical pathology. Edinburgh: Mosby. (Vol 1&2), (Latest Edition).
3. Mills, S., Greenson, J., Hornick, J., Longacre, T., & Reuter, V. Sternberg's diagnostic surgical pathology. (Volume 1 and Volume 2), (Latest Edition).
4. www.cap.org
*Head and Neck and CNS: Includes oral cavity, larynx, nasal cavity, paranasal sinuses, jaws, eyes, salivary glands and ear.
** GIT: Includes Liver, gall bladder and pancreas.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Anesthesia
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ANA5781 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Airway • Regional Anesthesia, Acute & Chronic Pain
• Thoracic, Cardiac & Vascular • Peri Operative Medicine
• Neurosurgical & Critical Care Medicine • Peripheral Nerve Blocks & Epidural & Spinal
• Obstetrics & Gynecology • Critical Care Medicine
• Neonatal and Pediatric • Patient Safety
• Organ Based Anesthesia
• Trauma, Burns & Orthopedic Surgery
• Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Clinical Anesthesiology: Morgan and Mikhail’s, Latest Edition.
2. Stoelting's Anaesthesia and Co-Existing Disease: Roberta L. Hines MD, Latest Edition.
3. Clinical Anaesthesia (Clinical Anesthesia (Barash) Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
4. Anaesthesia, Ronald D. Miller (Churchill Livingstone), Latest Edition.
5. Essentials of Anesthesiology, Chung and Lam (W.B. Saunders Company), Latest Edition.
6. The ICU Book, Paul L. Marino (Williams and Wilkins), Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Cardiology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: CRD5751 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Coronary Artery Disease • Systemic Disease
• Cardiac Failure • Pericardial Disease
• Valve Disease • Infective Endocarditis
• Arrhythmias • Peripheral Vascular Disease
• Congenital Heart Disease • The Cardiomyopathies
• Professionalism and Ethics • Cardiac Pharmacology
References
1. Braun Wald's Heart Disease: A Textbook of Cardiovascular Medicine, 10th Edition..
2. Hurst's the Heart, 14th Edition.
3. Textbook of cardiovascular Medicine by Eric J Topol, 3rd edition
4. Mayo Clinic Cardiology: Concise Textbook, 4th Edition.
5. Adult Clinical Cardiology Self-Assessment Program - ACCSAP VII - American College of Cardiology.
6. Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Community Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: SCO6012 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Epidemiology • School health
• Preventive medicine • Nutrition
• Biostatistics / research methods • Elderly health care
• Health care management • Mental health
• Health informatics • Special needs health care
• Health education & communication
• Occupational health
• Maternal & child health care
• Environmental health
• Primary Health Care principles/ elements
• International health
• Community Medicine ethics/ legal aspects
References
1. Last JM (Ed): A Dictionary of Epidemiology, 4th Edn. New York: Oxford University Press, 2000 [French, Chinese, Japanese, Farsi,
Serbian, Russian, Slovakian translations published 2001-6] .
2. Pencheon D, Guest C, Melzer D, Muir Gray JA, editors. Oxford Handbook of Public Health. Practice. First Edition, reprinted 2003.
Oxford University Press, New York; 2003.
3. Park K. Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine. 18th ed. M/s Banarsidas Bhanot Publishers, India; 2005.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Clinical Pathology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: CPA5541 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Hematology • Virology, Immunology and Serology
• Malignant Hematology (Leukemia, Lymphoma) • Cytogenetics and Molecular Studies
• Surgical Pathology, Autopsy and Forensic Pathology • Clinical Chemistry and Toxicology
• Bacteriology, Microbiology, Biochemistry • Blood bank and Transfusion Medicine
• Mycology and Parasitology • Laboratory management, Quality, Safety and Ethics
References
1. Post graduate haematology, A Victor Hoffbrand, Daniel Catovsky, Edward GD, Tuddenham and Anthony R. Green, Latest Edition.
2. AABB Technical Manual. Mark E. Brecher, Latest Edition.
3. Medical Microbiology, Churchill Livingstone, Latest Edition.
4. Dacie and Lewis: Practical Haematology. Lewis SM, Bain BJ, Bates I, Latest Edition.
5. Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, Latest Edition.
6. Henry's Clinical Diagnosis and Mangement by labatory methods latest edition, Mcpherson, Pinay latest
7. Tietz Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostic, latest edition, Carl A. Burtis
Physicians Category
Physicians
Critical Care Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ICU5231 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Pulmonary Diseases and Mechanical Ventilation • Hematologic and Oncologic Disorders
• Infectious Diseases • Neurologic Disorders
• Gastrointestinal Disorders • Critical Care Radiology
• Pharmacology and Toxicology • Obstetrics and Gynecology Disorders
• Cardiovascular Diseases and Hemodynamics • Obstetrics and Gynecology Disorders
• Renal, Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders • Patient Safety & Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Hall, JB, Schmidt, GA, Wood, LD. Principles of Critical Care. USA : The McGraw-Hill Companies, Latest Edition.
2. Tierney McPhee Papadakis. Current Medical Diagnosis and Treatment, USA: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Latest Edition.
3. Fauci, AS, Kasper, DF, Longo, DL, Braunwald, E, Hauser, SL, Jameson, JL, Loscalzo, J. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine.
USA: The McGraw-Hill Companies, Latest Edition.
4. Marino, PL. The ICU Book, Pennsylvania: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
5. Curtis, GT, Nelson, LT. ICU Recall, USA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
6. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr.
Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Dermatology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: DER5421 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Basic Science • Infections, Infestations and Bites
• Papulosquamous and Eczematous Dermatosis • Cutaneous Neoplasms
• Urticaria, Erythema's, Purpura and Connective Tissue • Pediatric Dermatology
Diseases • Procedural Dermatology
• Vesiculobullous Disorders • Skin Manifestations of Other Diseases
• Adnexal, Hair, Nails and Mucous Membranes Diseases • Pigmentary Disorders and Photodermatosis
• Metabolic, Systemic Diseases and Disorders of Dermal • Patient Safety
Connective Tissues and Subcutaneous Fat • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Goldsmith, Lowell A, et al. FItzpatrick's Dermatology in General Medicine. Latest Edition., vol. 2, McGraw Hill Professional.
2. Bolognia, Jean L, et al. Dermatology. Latest Edition, Gulf Professional Publishing.
3. Wolverton, Stephen E. Comprehensive Dermatologic Drug Therapy. Latest Edition, Elsevier Health Sciences.
5. Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Diagnostic Radiology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: SDR6042 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Body Imaging • Chest Imaging • Ethics and Research
• Neuro Imaging • Cardiovascular Imaging • Patient Safety
• Head and Neck Imaging • Pediatrics Imaging • Contrast, Physics and Radiation
• Musculoskeletal Imaging • Women Imaging Safety
References
1. W. Richard Webb, 2010. Thoracic Imaging: Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Radiology
2. W. Richard Webb and Nestor L. Muller, 2014. High-Resolution CT of the Lung.
3. Elsevier, 2016. Neuroradiology: The Requisites
4. Elsevier, 2015. Diagnostic Imaging: Brain
5. John R. Haaga, MD FACR FSIR FSCBT FSRS and Daniel Boll MD FSCBT, 2016. CT and MRI of the Whole Body, 2-Volume Set, 6th
Edition
6. Richard C. Semelka and Michele A. Brown, 2016. Abdominal-Pelvic MRI, 4th Edition
7. Michele Walters and Richard L. Robertson, 2016. Pediatric Radiology: The Requisites, (Requisites in Radiology), 4th Edition
8. Clyde A. Helms, Mark W. Anderson, Nancy M. Major, and Phoebe Kaplan, 2001. Musculoskeletal MRI, 2nd Edition
9. Donald Resnick and Mark Kransdorf, 2004. Bone and Joint Imaging, 3rd Edition
10. Peter M. Som, and Hugh D. Curtin, 2011. Head and Neck Imaging - 2 Volume Set: Expert Consult- Online and Print, 5th Edition
11. Essential Physics of Medical Imaging, by Jerrold Bushberg. 3rd Edition. ISBN: 9780781780575
Physicians Category
Physicians
Emergency Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: EME5531 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Toxicology • Endocrine and Electrolytes • Head, Neck
• Resuscitation / Shock / Airway • Hematology & oncology • Cardiovascular and Respiratory
• Psychiatry • Pediatrics Diseases
• Obstetrics and Gynecology • Trauma / EMS / Disaster • Genito-urinary, Derma, Ophth, ENT
• Neurology / Psychiatry • Nephrology / Urology/Orthopedic • End of life and Palliative care
• Infectious Disease • Toxicology / Environmental • Professionalism and Ethics
• Patient Safety • Gastroenterology
References
1. In Tintinalli, J. E., In Stapczynski, J. S., In Ma, O. J., In Yealy, D. M., In Meckler, G.D., & In Cline, D. (2018). Tintinalli's emergency medicine:
A comprehensive study guide.
2. Walls, R. M., Hockberger, R. S., & Gausche-Hill, M. (2018). Rosen's emergency medicine: Concepts and clinical practice
3. Hedges, J. R., & Roberts, J. R. (2014). Roberts and Hedges' clinical procedures in emergency medicine. Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier Saunders
4. Knoop, K. J. (2016). The atlas of emergency medicine
5. American College of Emergency Physicians. Annals of emergency medicine. New York: Elsevier Science
6. Emergency medicine clinics of North America
7. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath MA
Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Endocrinology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: END5492 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Diabetes Mellitus • Adrenal Disorders
• Obesity • Parathyroid / Metabolic Bone Diseases
• Dyslipidemia • Reproductive Endocrinology
• Thyroid Disorders • Peds Endocrinology
• Hypothalamus and Pituitary Disorders • Patient Safety
References
1. Wass, J. A. H., & Stewart, P. M. (2011). Oxford textbook of endocrinology and diabetes. Oxford: Oxford University Press.
3. In Melmed, S., In Polonsky, K. S., In Larsen, P. R., & In Kronenberg, H. (2016). Williams textbook of endocrinology.
4. Gardner, D. (2017). Greenspan's Basic and Clinical Endocrinology, Tenth Edition. McGraw-Hill Education.
Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Family Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: FAM5871 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Family Medicine • Dermatology
• Internal Medicine • Obstetrics and Gynecology
• Pediatric • Orthopedic and Musculoskeletal
• Obstetrics and Gynecology • Ophthalmology
• General Surgery • Otolaryngology
• Psychiatry • Radiology
• Emergency Medicine (Adult and Pediatric)
References
1. TextBook of Family Medicine by Robert E. Rakel, MD
2. CURRENT Diagnosis and Treatment in Family Medicine
3. Family Medicine: Principles and Practice, by Robert B. Taylor
4. McWhinney's Textbook of Family Medicine
5. The Color Atlas and Synopsis of Family Medicine
Physicians Category
Physicians
Forensic Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: FRM5161 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Forensic Thanatology • Burns
• Identification • Electrocution
• Sudden Unexpected Death • Infanticide
• Mechanical and Physical Injuries • Sexual offences
• Asphyxia • Serology
• Injuries Due to Physical Agents • Forensic autopsy
• Infanticide and Death Associated with Pregnancy • Child abuse, Road traffic accident
• Forensic Toxicology and Sciences • Forensic anatomy, Forensic radiology
References
1. Forensic Pathology by Vincent J. Di Maio and Dominick J. Di Maio CRC Press USA, Latest Edition.
2. Knights Forensic Pathology Pekka Saukko and Bernard Knight CRC Press USA, Latest Edition.
3. Principles of Clinical Toxicology Thomas A. Gossel and J Douglas Bricker Raven Press USA, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Gastroenterology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: GES5171 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Gastroenterology Nutrition Motility • Liver and Liver Related Conditions and Diseases
• Disorders Gastrointestinal Malignancies Inflammatory • Miscellaneous
Bowel Diseases, Small and • Pancreaticobiliary Diseases
• Large Intestine Gastrointestinal Bleeding Oesophageal • Patient safety
and Gastric Diseases • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Sleisenger and Fordtran's Gastrointestinal and Liver Disease- 2 Volume Set: Pathophysiology, Diagnosis, Management))
by Mark Feldman, Lawrence S. Friedman MD, and Lawrence J. Brandt MD (Hardcover - May 3, 2010)
2. Mayo Clinic Gastroenterology and Hepatology Board Review, Up to date Edition by Stephen C. Hauser, Darrell S. Pardi,
and John J. Poteruch
3. Practical Gastrointestinal Endoscopy: The Fundamentals by Peter B. Cotton, Christopher B. Williams, Robert H. Hawes,
and Brian P. Saunders (Hardcover - Jun 30, 2008)
4. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba,
Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
General Practice
Exam Coverage:
• Chronic Diseases • Common Psychiatric Problems
• Acute and / or Common Medical Problems • Common Eye and ENT Problems
• Common Pediatric Problems • Common Derma Problems
• Women Health • Basic Epidemiology and EBM Concepts
• Emergency Problems • Family Medicine Concepts
• Common Surgical Problems • Screening and Periodic Health Examination
References
1. Yingming A. Chen, Toronto Notes Canadian ED Edition.
2. Brian R. Walker BSc MB ChB MD FRCPE FRSE FMedSci. Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine, 22 Edition.
3. Dennis L. Kasper M.D., Anthony S. Fauci, Stephen L. Hauser M.D, Dan L. Longo M.D, J. Larry Jameson M.D, and Joseph Loscalzo. Harrison's
Principles of Internal Medicine, 19th Edition.
4. Parveen Kumar , Michael Clark. Kumar and Clark's Clinical Medicine, 9th Edition.
5. Neville F. Hacker, MD, Joseph C. Gambone, DO, MPH, Executive Editor and Calvin J. Hobel, MD, . Hacker and Moore's Essentials of Obstetrics
and Gynecology.
6. Alan H. DeCherney, Lauren Nathan, T. Murphy Goodwin, Neri Laufer and Ashley S. Roman, Current Diagnosis and Treatment Obstetrics and
Gynecology, 11th Edition.
7. Louise Kenny, Helen Bickerstaff and Jenny Myers, . Gynaecology by Ten Teachers, 20th Edition Value Pak.
8. Jeremy J N Oats, MBBS, DM, FRCOG, FRANZCOG and Suzanne Abraham, MSc, PhD(Med), MAPS, . Llewellyn-Jones Fundamentals of
Obstetrics and Gynaecology Edition.
9. Daniel Bernstein , Steven P. Shelov MD, MS. Pediatrics for Medical Students.
Physicians Category
10. Karen Marcdante MD , Robert M. Kliegman MD . Nelson Essentials of Pediatrics, 7th Edition.
Physicians
General Surgery
Exam Coverage:
• Fluid and Electrolytes • Vascular • Perioperative Care
• Shock • Pediatrics • Trauma and Critical Care
• Sepsis and Surgical Infections • Skin and Soft Tissue • Colorectal and Perianal
• Endocrine and Breast • Professionalism and Ethics • Pancreas and Spleen
• Upper GI • Hepato-biliary • Patient safety
• Hernia (all)
References
1. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery, latest Edition.
2. Chwartz Textbook of Surgery, latest Edition.
3. Current Surgical Therapy by John L. Cameron, latest Edition.
4. Bailey and Love`s Short Practice of Surgery, latest Edition.
5. Rush Surgical Review, latest Edition.
6. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Hematopathology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: HEM4711 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Red Cell Disorders • Acute Leukemia and • Bone Marrow Transplant and its
• Benign White Cell Disorders Myelodysplastic Syndromes Complications
• Bone Marrow Failure Syndromes • Lymphoproliferative Disorders • Hematologic Emergencies and
• Bleeding Disorders (including plasma cell dyscrasias) Complications
• Thrombophilia • Transfusion Medicine • Professionalism and Ethics
• Myeloproliferative Disorders • Patient Safety
References
1. Hoffbrand, A., Moss, P., & Pettit, J. (Latest Edition). Essential haematology. Malden, Mass.: Wiley-Blackwell.
2. Hoffbrand, A., Higgs, D., Keeling, D., & Mehta, A. (Latest Edition). Postgraduate haematology.
3. Kaushansky, K. & Lichtman, M. (Latest Edition). Williams hematology.
4. Greer, J., & Arber, D. (Latest Edition). Wintrobe's clinical hematology.
5. Wingard, J., & Gastineau, D. (Latest Edition). Hematopoietic stem cell transplantation: A Handbook for Clinicians.
6. Ware, J., Kaabba, A., MA Hussein, G., & Hasan Kasule, O. (Latest Edition). Professionalism and Ethics Handbook for Residents.
7. SCHS. (Latest Edition). Essentials of Patient Safety
Physicians Category
Physicians
Internal Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: INT5921 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Cardiovascular • Nephrology • Hematology
• Pulmonary Diseases • Rheumatology • Oncology
• Gastrointestinal Diseases • Endocrinology • Emergency Medicine
• Infectious Diseases • Neuroscience • Patient Safety
References
1. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, 17th Edition, 2008, Fauci et al, McGraw-Hill.
2. Differential Diagnosis in Internal Medicine: From Symptom to Diagnosis, 2007, Siegenthaler, Thieme Medical Publishers.
3. Cecil Review of General Internal Medicine, 8th Edition, 2004, Cooper and Pappas, Saunders/Elsevier.
4. Davidson's Principles and Practices of Medicine, 20th Edition, 2008, Churchill Livingstone.
Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Medical Microbiology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MIC5251 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Bacteriology • Virology
• Molecular Microbiology • Mycology
• Parasitology • Infectious Disease
• Virology • Immunology / Serology
References
1. American Society for Microbiology. https://www.asm.org
2. Bennett, J. E., Dolin, R., Blaser, M. J., Mandell, G. L., & Douglas, R. G. (2015).
Mandell, Douglas, and Bennetts principles and practice of infectious diseases (8th ed., Vol. 2). Philadelphia: Elsevier/Saunders.
3. Emaleu, S. B. (2017). Infection Prevention and Control: Practical Guide for Healthcare Facilities.
4. Murray, P. R., Rosenthal, K. S., & Pfaller, M. A. (2016). Medical microbiology (8th ed.). Philadelphia, PA: Elsevier.
5. Murray, P. R. (2015). Manual of clinical microbiology (11th ed.). Washington, D.C.: ASM Press.
6. Persing, D. H., Tenover, F. C., Hayden, R. T., M. I., Miller, M. B., Nolte, F. S., Belkum, A. V. (Eds.). (2016). Molecular microbiology:
Diagnostic principles and practice (3rd ed.). Washington, DC: ASM Press.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Nephrology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: NEP5991 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Hemodialysis • Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) • Cystic and Genetic Diseases
• Peritoneal Dialysis • Acid Base Disorders • Nephrolithiasis
• Kidney Transplantation • Fluid and Electrolytes • Professionalism and Ethics
• Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) • Hypertension • Patient safety
• Detection and Management • Glomerular and Vascular
References
1. Floege J, Johnson R, Feehally J. Comprehensive Clinical Nephrology. Philadelphia, PA: Saunders/Elsevier (Latest Edition).
2. Brenner B, Rector F. Brenner and Rector's the kidney. Philadelphia: Saunders (Latest Edition).
3. Daugirdas J, Blake P, Ing T. Handbook of Dialysis. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins (Latest Edition).
4. Danovitch G. Handbook of Kidney Transplantation. Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins (Latest Edition).
Physicians Category
Physicians
Neurology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: NRO5011 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Cerebrovascular Disorders • Neuro-Immunological Disorders • Neurology of Systemic Diseases
• Epilepsy and Paroxysmal Disorders • Neuro-Infectious Disorders • Clinical Neurophysiology
• Cognitive Disorders • Neuromuscular Disorders • Patient Safety
• Movement Disorders • Cephalgia and Headache Disorders • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Medlink, Neurology online reference.
2. Bradley's Neurology in Clinical Practice.
3. Continuum: Lifelong Learning in Neurology, American Academy of Neurology (AAN)
4. Localization in Clinical Neurology Sixth Edition, by Paul W. Brazis, MD, Joseph C.
5. Masdeu, MD, PhD, and Joes Biller, MD, FACP, FAAN, FAHA Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition
6. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. JamesWare, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba,
Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Neurosurgery
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: NEU5311 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 70%
Exam Coverage:
• Neurovascular • Functional Neurosurgery • Neuropathology/Neuroradiology &
• Neuro-oncology • Peripheral Nerves Surgery Neurology
• Neurotrauma • General Neurosurgical Principles • Patient Safety
• Pediatric Neurosurgery • Neuroanatomy & Neurophysiology • Professionalism and Ethics
• Spine
References
1. Youman’s Neurological Surgery latest edition. Seventh Edition
2. Schmidek and Sweet: Operative Neurosurgical Techniques: 6th Edition
3. Handbook of Neurosurgery by Mark Greenberg: 8th Edition
4. Neuropathology: A Reference Text of CNS Pathology: by David Ellison and Seth.3rd Edition
5. Barr's The Human Nervous System by John Kiernan: 10th Edition
6. WHO Classification of Tumors of the Central Nervous System. The International Agency for Research on Cancer. Latest edition. 2016
7. Rhoton's Cranial Anatomy and Surgical Approaches by Albert Rhoton. One Edition
9. Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition Physicians Category
Physicians
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: OBG5891 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• General obstetrics • Gynecology Oncology • Reproductive Endocrinology and
• General Gynecology • Professionalism and Ethics Infertility
• Maternal Fetal Medicine • Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor • Perioperative Management
• Gynecology Oncology Disorders • Patient Safety
References
1. Williams Obstetrics, 23rd Edition, 2009, Cunningham et al, Appleton & Lange.
2. Clinical Gynecological Endocrinology & Infertility, 7th Edition, 2004, Leon Speroff, Lippincott.
3. Perek and Novak Gynecology, 14th edition, 2006, Jonathan Perek, Lippincott.
4. Comprehensive Gynecology, 5th Edition, 2007, Vern Katz et al, Mosby.
Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan. Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Ophthalmology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: OPH5841 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Anterior Segment • Oculoplastic
• Glaucoma • Neuro-Ophthalmology
• Retina • Comprehensive (Optics/Pathology)
• Uveitis • Patient Safety
• Pediatric Ophthalmology • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Basic and Clinical Science Course (BCSC) Residency Print Set, by American Academy of Ophthalmology, Latest Edition.
2. Kanski's Clinical Ophthalmology: A Systematic Approach by Brad Bowling, Latest Edition.
3. Ophthalmology: Expert Consult: Yanoff MD, Myron; Duker MD, Jay S., Latest Edition.
4. Duane's Clinical Ophthalmology by William Tasman, Edward A. Jaeger, Lates Edition.
5. Professionalism and Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath
MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Orthopedic Surgery
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ORT5971 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Basic and Principles of Orthopedics • Reconstruction
• Infections • Upper Limb
• Trauma, Spine • Foot and Ankle
• Pediatric Orthopedics • Oncology
• Orthopedic Sport Medicine • Patient Safety
• Metabolic Skeletal Disorders • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Surgical Exposures in Orthopedics, Stanley Hoppenfeld, Piet DeBoer, Richard Buckley, Latest Edition, Wolters kluwer, Lippincott
Williams and Wilkins.
2. Apley's System of Orthopedics and Fractures, Louis Solomon, David Jwarwick, Selvadurai Nayagam, Latest Edition, Arnold.
3. Review of Orthopedics, Mark Miller, Mark Brinker, Latest Edition, W.B. Saunders Company.
4. Rockwood and Greens Fractures in Adults and in Children, Robert W Bucholz, James D Heckman, Charles M Court-Brown and Paul
Tornetta, Latest Edition, Lippincott Company.
5. Campbell's Operative Orthopedics, S. Terry Canale and James H, Beaty, Latest Edition, Mosby.
6. Orthopedic Knowledge Update (OKU).
Physicians Category
Physicians
Otolaryngology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ENT5721 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• General Otology & Otoneurology • Emergency
• Pediatric ENT • Facio Plastic / Reconstruction
• Audiology & Speech • Laryngology
• Rhinology & Skull Base • Professionalism & Ethics
• Head & Neck • Patient Safety
References
1. Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery, Charles W. Cummings, Latest Edition.
2. Scott-Brown's Otolaryngology, Latest Edition.
3. Essential Otolaryngology Head and Neck Surgery K.J.Lee, Latest Edition.
6. Bailey's Head and Neck Surgery: Otolaryngology (2 volume set).
Physicians Category
Physicians
Pediatrics
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PED5391 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 70%
Exam Coverage:
• Growth and Development • Allergy / Immunology /Infectious • Neurology
Adolescent and behavior Diseases • Renal /Musculoskeletal
• Gastroenterology • Respiratory • Professionalism and Ethics
• Acute care (ER,PICU,NICU) • Cardiovascular • Patient Safety
• Metabolic and Endocrine • Hematology/ Oncology
References
1. Nelson's Textbook of Pediatrics, Kliegman et al., Saunders/Elsevier (Latest Edition)
2. Rudolph's Fundamentals of Pediatrics, Rudolph et al., McGraw-Hill (Latest Edition)
3. Principles and Practice of Pediatrics. , Oski et al Lippincot (Latest Edition)
4. WHO Health Programs, World Health Organization Website
Physicians Category
Physicians
Pediatric Surgery
Exam Coverage:
• Principles of Surgery • Genitourinary • Oncology
• General Pediatric Surgery • Thoracic Surgery • Patient Safety
• Specific Areas of Pediatric Surgery • Neonatal Surgery • Professionalism and Ethics
• Head & Neck • Trauma
References
1. Pediatric Surgery by Grosfeld et., Latest Edition.
2. Ashcraft Paediatric Surgery, Latest Edition.
3. Prem Puri Pediatric Surgery Latest Edition.
4. Fundamentals of Pediatric Surgery by Peter Matter, Latest Edition.
5. Operative Pediatric Surgery, Lewis Spitz, Latest Edition.
6. Principles of Pediatric Surgery by James A O`niell, Latest Edition.
7. Professionalism & Ethics, Handbook for Residents, Practical guide, Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath MA
Physicians Category
Physicians
Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PHY5261 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Spinal Cord Injury • Pediatric Rehab • Burns and Oncology Rehab
• Stroke • Rheumatology Rehab • Geriatric Rehab
• Traumatic Brain Injury • Orthopedics Rehab • Patient Safety
• Musculoskeletal, Sport and Chronic Pain • Neurorehab • Professionalism and Ethics
Rehab • Cardiac/ Pulmonary Rehab
• Amputation, Prosthetics and Orthotics
References
1. Braddom's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation by David X. Cifu, Latest Edition.
2. DeLisa's Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation: Principles and Practice by Prof. Walter R. Frontera, Latest Edition.
3. Brain Injury Medicine: Principles and Practice by Nathan Zasler, Douglas Katz and Ross Zafonte, Latest Edition.
4. Spinal Cord Medicine: Principles and Practice, edited by Vernon W. Lin, Diana D. Cardenas, Nancy C. Cutter, Frederick S. Frost, Margaret C.
Hammond, Laurie B. Lindblom, Inder Perkash, Robert Waters, and Robert M. Woolsey, Latest Edition.
5. Understanding Patient Safety, Robert Wachter and Kiran Gupta, Latest Edition.
7. Physical medicine and rehabilitation board Review by Sara J. Cuccurullo, latest edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Plastic Surgery
Exam Coverage:
• Wound Repair and Integument • Head, Neck and Craniomaxillofacial • Breast Disease
• Anesthesia, Critical Care, • Upper Extremity • Patient Safety
Transplant and Immunology • Lower Extremity • Professionalism and Ethics
• Burn • Genitourinary System and Trunk
References
1. Plastic Surgery by Stephen J. Mathes and Vincent Rod Hentz, Latest Edition
2. Green's Operative Hand Surgery, Latest Edition
3. Plastic Surgery by Peter C Neligan, Latest Edition
4. Selected readings in plastic surgery, Latest Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Psychiatry
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PSY5961 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry • Personality Disorders
• Public Psychiatry / Geriatric Psychiatry • Psychosomatic Medicine (Consultation- Liaison
• Emergency Psychiatry Psychiatry) / Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders / Obsessive Compulsive and Related • Psychotherapy / Psychosocial Interventions
Disorders / Trauma and Stress Related Disorders • Basic Psychopharmacology / Physical Therapy (ECT
• Depressive Disorders / Bipolar and Related Disorders and others)
• Forensic Psychiatry
• Schizophrenia Spectrum and Other Psychotic Disorders
• Patient Safety & Professionalism and Ethics
• Substance-Related and Addictive Disorders
References
1. Kaplan and Sadock's Comprehensive Textbook of Psychiatry, Latest Edition.
2. New Oxford Textbook of Psychiatry Edited by Michael Gelder, Nancy Andreasen, Juan Lopez-Ibor, and John Geddes, Latest Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Public Health Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: COM5551 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Health education & communication • Occupational health
References
Physicians Category
Physicians
Public Health & Preventive Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: SPH6022 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Health education & communication • Occupational health
References
Physicians Category
Physicians
Pulmonary Diseases
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PUL5081 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Obstructive Lung Disease • Neoplasms • Vascular Disorders
• Interstitial and Inflammatory Lung Disease • Pleural Diseases • Critical Care Medicine
• Occupational and Environmental Diseases • Sleep Medicine • Patient Safety
• Infections • Congenital, Neuromuscular, • Professionalism and Ethics
and Skeletal Abnormalities
References
1. Murray & Nadel's Textbook of Respiratory Medicine.
2. Fishman's Pulmonary Diseases and Disorders.
3. West, John. Pulmonary Pathophysiology: The Essentials.
4. Goodman. Felson's Principles of Chest Roentgenology.
5. W. Richard Webb. High-Resolution CT of the Lung.
6. Robert E. Hyatt. Interpretation of Pulmonary Function Tests.
7. ACCP Pulmonary Medicine Board Review.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Radiology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RAD5981 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Body Imaging • Chest Imaging • Ethics and Research
• Neuro Imaging • Cardiovascular Imaging • Patient Safety
• Head and Neck Imaging • Pediatrics Imaging • Contrast, Physics and Radiation
• Musculoskeletal Imaging • Women Imaging Safety
References
1. W. Richard Webb, 2010. Thoracic Imaging: Pulmonary and Cardiovascular Radiology
2. W. Richard Webb and Nestor L. Muller, 2014. High-Resolution CT of the Lung.
3. Elsevier, 2016. Neuroradiology: The Requisites
4. Elsevier, 2015. Diagnostic Imaging: Brain
5. John R. Haaga, MD FACR FSIR FSCBT FSRS and Daniel Boll MD FSCBT, 2016. CT and MRI of the Whole Body, 2-Volume Set, 6th
Edition
6. Richard C. Semelka and Michele A. Brown, 2016. Abdominal-Pelvic MRI, 4th Edition
7. Michele Walters and Richard L. Robertson, 2016. Pediatric Radiology: The Requisites, (Requisites in Radiology), 4th Edition
8. Clyde A. Helms, Mark W. Anderson, Nancy M. Major, and Phoebe Kaplan, 2001. Musculoskeletal MRI, 2nd Edition
9. Donald Resnick and Mark Kransdorf, 2004. Bone and Joint Imaging, 3rd Edition
10. Peter M. Som, and Hugh D. Curtin, 2011. Head and Neck Imaging - 2 Volume Set: Expert Consult- Online and Print, 5th Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Rheumatology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RHU5501 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Regional Pain Syndromes • Crystal Induced Arthropathies • Other Rheumatic and
• Cartilage, and Bone Diseases • Infectious and Related Arthritis Connective Tissue Diseases
• Rheumatoid Arthritis • Systemic Lupus Erythematosus • Vasculitis
• Seronegative Spondyloarthropathies and Antiphospholipid Syndrome • Patient Safety
References
1. Klippel, John H. Primer on the Rheumatic Diseases. New York, NY: Springer, Latest Edition.
2. Weisman, Michael H., Michael E. Weinblatt, & James S. Louie. Treatment of Rheumatic Diseases: Companion to Kelley's Textbook of
Rheumatology. Philadelphia: W.B. Saunders, Latest Edition.
3. Bijlsma, J. W. J. EULAR Textbook on Rheumatic Diseases. London: BMJ / EULAR, Latest Edition
5. Rheumatology secrets, Sterling G. West, MD, Third edition.
Physicians Category
Physicians
Sports Medicine
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: SPM5792 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Applied Anatomy • Electrotherapy • Medical Taping Techniques
• Exercise Physiology • Advanced Sports Injury Assessment • Nutrition and Sports Performance
• Kinesiology • Treatment for Sports Injuries • Sports Psychology
References
1. Ackland, Elliot, Bloomfield. Applied Anatomy and Biomechanics in Sports; Human Kinetics
2. Wilmore, Costill, Kenny. Physiology of Sport and Exercise; Human Kinetics
3. Carol Oatis. Kinesiology: The Mechanics and Pathomechanics of Human Movement; Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
4. 4. Manore, Meyer, Thompson. Sport Nutrition for Health and Performance; Human Kinetics
5. David Reid. Sports Injury Assessment and Rehabilitation; W.B. Saunders Company
6. Robertson, Ward, Low, Reed. Electrotherapy Explained: Principles and Practice; Butterworth-Heinemann
7. Cox. Sport Psychology: Concepts and Applications; McGraw-Hill
8. Macdonald. Taping Techniques: Principles and Practice; Butterworth-Heinemann
9. Buschbacher, Prahlow, Dave. Sports Medicine and Rehabilitation: A Sports Specific Approach; Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
Physicians Category
Physicians
Urology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: URO5931 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Basics of Urologic surgery • Urolithiasis / Obstruction • Pediatric Urology
• Infections / Inflammation • Renal failure • Patient Safety
• Reproductive / Sexual health • Adrenal / Neoplasm • Professionalism and Ethics
• Trauma / Neurorology • Prostate
References
1. Atlas of Urologic Surgery
2. Campell - Walsh UROLOGY
MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition
Physicians Category
Physicians
Vascular Surgery
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: VAS5291 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Basic Vascular Knowledge • Visceral & Renovascular Disease • AV Fistula and Access
• Vascular Imaging • Neurovascular Disease • Vascular Emergencies
• Aneurysmal Disease • Venous and Lymphatics Diseases • Patient Safety
• Atherosclerotic Disease & Ischemia • Vasculitis and Connective Tissue • Professionalism and Ethics
Disease
References
1. Rutherford's Vascular Surgery, 6th Edition.
2. Current Therapy in Vascular Surgery, 4th Edition.
3. Chaikof EL, et al. The Society for Vascular Surgery practice guidelines on the care of patients with an abdominal aortic aneurysm. J Vasc Surg.
2018
4. Nienaber CA, et al. INSTEAD-XL trial. Endovascular repair of type B aortic dissection: long-term results of the randomized investigation of
stent grafts in aortic dissection trial. Circ Cardiovasc Interv. 2013 Aug;6(4):407-16.
5. O'Donnell TF, et al. Management of venous leg ulcers: clinical practice guidelines of the Society for Vascular Surgery ® and the American
Venous Forum. J Vasc Surg. 2014 Aug;60(2 Suppl):3S-59S.
6. Cerneviciute R, et al. Regional versus local anaesthesia for haemodialysis arteriovenous fistula formation:
a systematic review and meta-analysis. Eur J Vasc Endovasc Surg. 2017 May;53(5):734-742.
Physicians Category
Dentists
Endodontics
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: END5021 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Diagnosis, Outcome and • Regenerative Endodontics and Vital • Classic and Current Literature
Treatment Planning Pulp Therapy • Medically Compromised Patients
• Endodontic Pain and Emergencies • Endodontic Relation with Other • Patient Safety
• Surgical Endodontics Specialties • Professionalism and Ethics
• Dental Traumatic Injuries • Endodontic Mishaps
• Endodontic Pharmacology
References
1. Seltzer and Bender’s Dental Pulp, Edited by K.M. Hargreaves, H.E. Goodis and F.R. Tay. Quintessence Publishing, Latest Edition.
2. Gutmann J L, Harrison J W. Surgical Endodontics. St Louis: Ishiyaku EuroAmerica, Latest Edition.
3. Little J, Falace D, Miller C, Rhodus N. Dental Management of the Medically Compromised Patient. Mosby Elsevier, Latest Edition.
4. Ingle, J. I. and Backland, L. K. Endodontics. Baltimore, Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
5. Hargreaves, K.M., Cohen S, Berman L.H., Cohen’s Pathways of the Pulp. Mosby Inc., Latest Edition.
Dentists Category
Dentists
General Dentistry
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: GEN5301 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Anesthesia and Pain Management • Endodontics • Cosmetic
• Oral Medicine/ Oral Surgery • Implant Surgery • Deformities and Orthognathic Surgery
• Periodontics • Restorative Dentistry • Patient Education
• Temporomandibular Joint • Orthodontics/Pediatric Dentistry • Ethics
References
1. Brad W. Neville, Douglas D. Damm, Carl M. Allen and Angela C. Chi, . Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology, 4th ed.
2. Niklaus P. Lang, Jan Lindhe., Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, 6th ed.
3. Jeffrey A. Dean,. McDonald and Avery's Dentistry for the Child and Adolescent, 10th ed.
4. Teodora Robertson, .Sturdevant’s Art and Science of Operative Dentistry, 5th ed.
5. Medical Emergencies in the Dental Office, Malamed, Latest Edition, Mosby.
6. Stephen Cohen and Kenneth Hargreaves / Mosby, . Pathways of the Pulp, 11th ed.
7. Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma, Foneseca el al, Latest Edition, Elsevier Canada.
8. Stanley F. Malamed PUBLISHER Elsevier Health Sciences, . Handbook of Local Anesthesia 6th edition.
Dentists Category
Dentists
Implantology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: IMP4411 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Dental Implant Rational, Types and Design • Surgical Principles
• Medical Examination • Implant in the Posterior Region vs. Implant in the Esthetic Zone
• Periodontal Consideration in Implant Therapy • Soft Tissue Reconstruction
• Dental, Radiographic & Photographic Records • Immediate vs. Delayed Implant
• Hard Tissue Reconstruction • Prosthetic Options and Workflow
• Diagnosis & Treatment Plan • Biomechanics and Occlusion
• Complications
References
1. Contemporary Implant Dentistry by Carl Misch, Latest Edition.
2. Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry by Nicklaus Lang and Jan Lindhe, Latest Edition.
3. Immediate Loading by Tiziano Testori, Latest Edition.
4. Dental Implant Complications by Stuart Froum, Latest Edition.
Dentists Category
Dentists
Oral Surgery
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ORS5941 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Anesthesia and Pain Management • Medicine/ Medically Compromised Patients Deformities &
• Maxillofacial Trauma Orthognathic Surgery
• Dentoalveolar, Preprosthetic & Implant Surgery • Maxillofacial Pathology
• Craniofacial Surgery/ Cleft Lip & Palate • Patient Safety
• Implant Surgery • Professionalism & Ethics
• Maxillofacial Infections
References
1. Contemporary Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Hupp, Ellis, and Tucker, Latest Edition, Mosby.
2. Handbook of Local Anesthesia, Malamed, Latest Edition, Mosby.
3. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Fauci et al, Latest Edition, McGraw-Hill.
4. Maxillofacial Surgery, Vol. 2, Ward-Booth, Schendel, Hausamen, Latest Edition, Elsevier.
6. Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, Fonseca, Marciani, and Turvey, Latest Edition,WB Saunders.
8. Oral and Maxillofacial Trauma, in 2 Volumes, Foneseca el al, Latest Edition, Saunders.
Dentists Category
Dentists
Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: OMS5351 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Anesthesia and Pain Management • Patient Safety
• Maxillofacial Trauma • Professionalism and Ethics
• Temporomandibular Joint • Reconstruction and Cosmetic Surgery
• Craniofacial Surgery/ Cleft Lip and Palate • Medicine/ Medically Compromised Patients
• Dentoalveolar Surgery • Maxillofacial Infections
• Implant Surgery • Deformities and Orthognathic Surgery
References
Dentists Category
Dentists
Orthodontics
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ORD5211 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Growth and Development • Patient Safety
• Etiology of Malocclusion • Professionalism and Ethics
• Cephalometric Analysis • Reconstruction and Cosmetic Surgery
• Biomechanics and Biology of Tooth Movement • Medicine/ Medically Compromised Patients
• Interceptive Orthodontic Treatment • Maxillofacial Infections
• Deformities and Orthognathic Surgery
References
Dentists Category
Dentists
Pediatric Dentistry
Exam Coverage:
• Dental Development & Anomalies • Special Care for Special Patients
• Prevention and Anticipatory Guidance • Pulp Therapy
• Local Anesthesia & Sedation • Orofacial Trauma
• Non-pharmacological Behavior Management • Oral Pathology / Medicine
• Pharmacological Behavior Management • Orthodontics and Space Management Habits
• Restorative Dentistry & Dental Material • Professionalism & Ethics
References
1. The Hand Book of Pediatric Dentistry, Third edition, Arthur Nowak and Paul Casamassimo.
2. Pinkham. Casamassimo. Field. McTigue. Nowak , Pediatric Dentistry Infancy through Adolescence, Fourth Edition.
3. McDonald. Avery. Dean, Dentistry for the Child and Adolescent, Eighth Edition.
4. Richerd Welbury, Pediatric Dentistry, Second Edition .
5. The Reference Manual of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry 2007-2008.
Dentists Category
Dentists
Periodontics
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PER5131 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Periodontal Structures • Indications, Contraindications and Biomechanical Principles for
• Etiology, Microbiology and Immunology Dental Implants
• Examination, Diagnosis, Risk Factors and • Pre-Surgical Assessment, Treatment Planning and Site
Classification Preparation in Dental Implant Therapy
• Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy, Periodontal • Peri-implant Soft and Hard Tissue Management
Medicine and Pharma-Therapeutics • Surgical Complications and Management of Peri-Implant Diseases
• Periodontal Surgical Techniques and Complications and Failures
• Inter-relation between Periodontal Therapy and • Maintenance of Dental Implants
other Dental Specialties • Patient Safety
• Periodontal Maintenance and long-term health • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. Clinical Periodontology and Implant Dentistry, Sixth Edition 2015 (volume 1 and 2). Edited by Jan Lindhe and Niklaus Lang
2. Journal of Clinical Periodontology. Willy-Blackwell Publishing. Issues of years 2017, 2018 & 2019
3. Periodontology 2000. Willy-Blackwell Publishing. Issues of years 2017, 2018 & 2019
4. Journal of Periodontology. Official publication of the American Academy of Periodontology. Issues of year 2017, 2018 & 2019
Dentists Category
Dentists
Prosthodontics
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PRO5051 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Fixed Partial Dentures (FPD) • Endodontically Treated Teeth
• Removable Partial Dentures • Maxillofacial Prosthodontics
• Occlusion & Aesthetic • Implant Prosthodontics
• Complete Denture Prosthodontics Considerations • Dental Materials
• Removable Complete Dentures (CD) • Professionalism & Ethics
• Patient safety
References
1. Clinical Aspects of Dental Materials, Marcia Gladwin, Michael Bagby, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins. Baltimore, Maryland, Latest Edition.
2. Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics, S.F Rosenstiel, M.F. Land, J. Fujimoto Mosby, Latest Edition.
3. Failure in the Restored Dentition, Management and Treatment, M.D. Wise. Quintessence Publishing Co. Ltd. London, Latest Edition.
4. Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics. H.T. Shillingburg, S. Hobo, LD.Whitsett, R. Jacobi, S.E Bracket. Quintessence Publishing, Chicago, Latest
Edition.
5. Applied Occlusion. R. Wassel, A. Naru, J. Steele, F. Nohl. Quintessence Publishing London, Latest Edition.
6. Prosthodontic Treatment for Edentulous Patients. Complete Dentures and Implant-Supported Prostheses. Zarb and Hobrik, Latest Edition.
7. McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics, Alan B. Carr, David T. Brow, Latest Edition.
8. Misch C. Contemporary Implant Dentistry, Latest Edition
Dentists Category
Dentists
Restorative Dentistry
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RES5221 Fee: USD280 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Esthetic Considerations • Fixed Prosthodontics
• Basic Implantology • Removable Partial Prosthodontics
• Endodontically Treated Teeth • Applied Dental Occlusion
• Complete Removable Prosthodontics • Ethics and Professionalism
• Dental Anatomy and Occlusion • Infection Control and Patient safety
• Fixed Prosthodontics
References
1. "Preservation and Restoration of Tooth Structure" 2nd Edition Graham J. Mount, W. R. Hume. To Knowledge Books and Software, Australia.
2. “Local Anesthesia in Dentistry" P. Robinson, T.R. Pitt Ford, F. McDonald, Buttermouth-Heinemann, 2000.
3. “Fundamentals of Operative Dentistry – A contemporary Approach" 3rd Edition, Edited by: J.B. Summitt, J.W. Robbins, T.J. Hilton, R.S. Schwartz.
Quintessence Books, Q. Publishing Co. Inc.
4. “Essentials of Dental Radiography and Radiology" 4th Edition, Eric Whaites. Churchill Livingstone 2007.
5. “Clinical Aspects of Dental Materials" Marcia Gladwin, Michael Bagby, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins 2000. Baltimore, Maryland.
6. Contemporary Fixed Prosthodontics" 3rd edition, S.F Rosenstiel, M.F. Land, J. Fujimoto Mosby, Inc. 2001.
7. “Failure in the Restored Dentition, Management and Treatment" M.D. Wise. Quintessence Publishing Co.Ltd. London, 1995.
8. “Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics" 3rd Edition. H.T. Shillingburg, S. Hobo, LD.Whitsett, R. Jacobi, S.E Bracket. Quintessence Publishing, Chicago.
9. “Applied Occlusion" 2nd Edition. R. Wassel, A. Naru, J. Steele, F. Nohl. Quintessence Publishing London.
MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS, Latest Edition.
Dentists Category
Nursing
Registered Nurse
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RNT0312 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Unit Management & Leadership • Maternal – Child Nursing
• Fundamentals • Adult Nursing
References
1. Leda M. McKenry, Tessier, and Mary Ann Hogan. Mosby's Pharmacology in Nursing, Mosby Publishers, Latest Edition.
2. Dudek, SG, Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice; Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
3. ANA Code of Ethics, Latest Edition.
4. Berman, A and Snyder, S. Kozier and Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing Concepts, Process and Practice, USA: Pearson International, Latest Edition.
5. Pamela Lynn and, Marilee LeBon, Skill Checklists for Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills: A Nursing Process Approach, Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and
Wilkins, Latest Edition.
6. Jarvis, C. Physical Examination and Health Assessment, St. Louis, Missouri, Saunders Elsevier, Latest Edition.
7. Day, R. A., Paul, P., Williams, B., Smeltzer, S. C., and Bare, Brunner and Suddarth’s Canadian textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Philadelphia:
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Murray, S., McKinney, E. Foundation of Maternal- Newborn Nursing, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier, Latest Edition.
8. Wong, D.L., and Hockenberry, M.J, Wong’s Nursing Care of Infants and Children, Philadelphia: Mosby, Latest Edition.
9. Sole, ML. Klein, DG. Moseley, MJ, Introduction to Critical Care Nursing, St. Louis, Saunders (Elsevier), Latest Edition.
10. Nursing Technician Blueprint
11. Townsend, C.M., Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, F. A. Davis Company, United States of America, Latest Edition.
12. Nursing Fundamentals-Allender, Judith A. and Rector, Cherie ,Community Health Nursing Promoting and Protecting The Public Health, Lippincott: New
York, Latest Edition.
Nursing Category
Nursing
Assistant Nurse
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ARN5061 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Unit Management & Leadership • Maternal – Child Nursing
• Fundamentals • Adult Nursing
References
1. Leda M. McKenry, Tessier, and Mary Ann Hogan. Mosby's Pharmacology in Nursing, Mosby Publishers, Latest Edition.
2. Dudek, SG, Nutrition Essentials for Nursing Practice; Philadelphia: Wolters Kluwer, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
3. ANA Code of Ethics, Latest Edition.
4. Berman, A and Snyder, S. Kozier and Erb’s Fundamentals of Nursing Concepts, Process and Practice, USA: Pearson International, Latest Edition.
5. Pamela Lynn and, Marilee LeBon, Skill Checklists for Taylor's Clinical Nursing Skills: A Nursing Process Approach, Philadelphia: Lippincott Williams and
Wilkins, Latest Edition.
6. Jarvis, C. Physical Examination and Health Assessment, St. Louis, Missouri, Saunders Elsevier, Latest Edition.
7. Day, R. A., Paul, P., Williams, B., Smeltzer, S. C., and Bare, Brunner and Suddarth’s Canadian textbook of Medical-Surgical Nursing, Philadelphia:
Lippincott Williams and Wilkins Murray, S., McKinney, E. Foundation of Maternal- Newborn Nursing, Missouri: Saunders Elsevier, Latest Edition.
8. Wong, D.L., and Hockenberry, M.J, Wong’s Nursing Care of Infants and Children, Philadelphia: Mosby, Latest Edition.
9. Sole, ML. Klein, DG. Moseley, MJ, Introduction to Critical Care Nursing, St. Louis, Saunders (Elsevier), Latest Edition.
10. Nursing Technician Blueprint
11. Townsend, C.M., Essentials of Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing, F. A. Davis Company, United States of America, Latest Edition.
12. Nursing Fundamentals-Allender, Judith A. and Rector, Cherie ,Community Health Nursing Promoting and Protecting The Public Health, Lippincott:
New York, Latest Edition
Nursing Category
Nursing
Assistant Midwife
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MID5101 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Antenatal Care • Postpartum Care
• Intrapartum Care • Newborn Care
• Ethics and Legal Issues • Gynecological Care
• Antepartum Care • Pharmacology in Midwifery
• Counseling and Education
References
1. Fetal Heart Monitoring, Latest Edition.
2. AWHONN`s Perinatal Nursing: Co-Published with AWHONN, Latest Edition.
3. Master the NCLEX-PN: Maternal/Newborn Nursing, Latest Edition.
4. Mayes` Midwifery: A Textbook for Midwives, Latest Edition.
5. Olds' Maternal-Newborn Nursing and Women's Health Across the Lifespan Plus New My Nursing Lab with Pearson e-text, Access
Card Package, by Michele R. Davidson, Latest Edition.
6. NCLEX-RN® Maternal-Neonatal Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series) by Lippincott, Latest Edition
Nursing Category
Nursing
Registered Midwife
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MID5102 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Antenatal Care • Postpartum Care
• Intrapartum Care • Newborn Care
• Ethics and Legal Issues • Gynecological Care
• Antepartum Care • Pharmacology in Midwifery
• Counseling and Education
References
1. Fetal Heart Monitoring, Latest Edition.
2. AWHONN`s Perinatal Nursing: Co-Published with AWHONN, Latest Edition.
3. Master the NCLEX-PN: Maternal/Newborn Nursing, Latest Edition.
4. Mayes` Midwifery: A Textbook for Midwives, Latest Edition.
5. Olds' Maternal-Newborn Nursing and Women's Health Across the Lifespan Plus New My Nursing Lab with Pearson
e-text, Access Card Package, by Michele R. Davidson, Latest Edition.
1. NCLEX-RN® Maternal-Neonatal Nursing Made Incredibly Easy! (Incredibly Easy! Series) by Lippincott, Latest Edition
Nursing Category
Allied Health
Aesthetician / Beauty Therapist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: BYT5862 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Anatomy & Physiology • Skin Care
• Health & Safety • Chemical Peels Hydro facial
• Electro Therapy treatment face • Radio Frequency
• Micro-Needling • Professionalism and Ethics
References
1. NIC Infection Control and Safety Standards , Adopted 1998: Revised October 2002, Revised August 2014 ,National-Interstate
Council of State Boards of Cosmetology.
2. Salon Fundamentals Esthetics – A Resource for Your Skin Care Career ,2007, 11th printing, 2nd Edition, August 2013, Pivot
Point International, Inc.
3. Milady’s Standard Esthetics: Fundamentals , 2013, 11th Edition , Joel Gerson, Janet D’Angelo, Sallie Deitz et al , Milady
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Anesthesia Technician
Exam Coverage:
• Respiratory/Airway • Central Nervous System
• Anesthesia Machine • Infection Control
• Respiratory • Professionalism & Ethics
• Cardiovascular • Obstetrics Anesthesia
• Transfusion • General Anesthesia
• Resuscitation & Crisis • Regional Anesthesia
References
1. The Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists Manual by Glenn Woodworth, Latest Edition.
2. Clinical Anesthesiology by Morgan, Latest Edition.
3. Essentials of Anesthesia Equipment by Baha AlShaikh, Simon Stacey, Latest Edition.

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Anesthesia Technologist
Exam Coverage:
• Respiratory/Airway • Central Nervous System
• Anesthesia Machine • Infection Control
• Respiratory • Professionalism & Ethics
• Cardiovascular • Obstetrics Anesthesia
• Transfusion • General Anesthesia
• Resuscitation & Crisis • Regional Anesthesia
References
1. The Anesthesia Technicians and Technologists Manual by Glenn Woodworth, Latest Edition.
2. Clinical Anesthesiology by Morgan, Latest Edition.
3. Essentials of Anesthesia Equipment by Baha AlShaikh, Simon Stacey, Latest Edition.

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Audiologist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: AUD4312 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Ethics and Professionalism • Adults and Older Adults
• Infection Control • Auditory Evoked Potentials
• Anatomy and Physiology • Vestibular/Balance
• Physics of Sound • Disorders and Syndromes
• Instrumentation • Hearing Aids and implantable Hearing Devices
• Pediatrics • Documentation and Communication / Counseling
References
1. Hall III, J. W. Introduction to Audiology Today. Boston, MA, USA: Pearson, Latest Edition.
2. Katz, K., Medwestsky, L., Burkard, R., and Hood, L. Handbook of Clinical Audiology. Philadelphia, PA, USA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest
Edition.
3. Seewald, R., and Tharpe, A. M. Comprehensive Handbook of Pediatric Audiology. San Diego, CA, USA: Plural Publishing, Latest Edition.
4. Ross J. Roeser, Michael Valente, Holly Hosford-Dunn. Audiology Diagnosis New York, NY, USA: Thieme Medical Publishers, Latest Edition.
5. Handbook of Clinical Audiology Seventh, North American Edition by Jack Katz PhD (Author). 2014
6. Basic Audiometry Learning Manual (Core Clinical Concepts in Audiology) 1st Edition by Mark DeRuiter (Author), Virginia Ramachandran (Author),
2010.
7. The Human Auditory System, Volume 129: Fundamental Organization and Clinical Disorders (Handbook of Clinical Neurology) 1st Edition, 2015.

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Audiology Assistant
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: AUD4311 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Ethics and Professionalism • Adults and Older Adults
• Infection Control • Auditory Evoked Potentials
• Anatomy and Physiology • Vestibular/Balance
• Physics of Sound • Disorders and Syndromes
• Instrumentation • Hearing Aids and implantable Hearing Devices
• Pediatrics • Documentation and Communication / Counseling
References
1. Hall III, J. W. Introduction to Audiology Today. Boston, MA, USA: Pearson, Latest Edition.
2. Katz, K., Medwestsky, L., Burkard, R., and Hood, L. Handbook of Clinical Audiology. Philadelphia, PA, USA: Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest
Edition.
3. Seewald, R., and Tharpe, A. M. Comprehensive Handbook of Pediatric Audiology. San Diego, CA, USA: Plural Publishing, Latest Edition.
4. Ross J. Roeser, Michael Valente, Holly Hosford-Dunn. Audiology Diagnosis New York, NY, USA: Thieme Medical Publishers, Latest Edition.
5. Handbook of Clinical Audiology Seventh, North American Edition by Jack Katz PhD (Author). 2014
6. Basic Audiometry Learning Manual (Core Clinical Concepts in Audiology) 1st Edition by Mark DeRuiter (Author), Virginia Ramachandran (Author),
2010.
7. The Human Auditory System, Volume 129: Fundamental Organization and Clinical Disorders (Handbook of Clinical Neurology) 1st Edition, 2015.

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Cardiac Perfusionist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: CAR5371 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Cardiac Anatomy • Congenital Heart Disease
• Cardiac and Pulmonary Physiology • Cerebral Protection
• Cardiovascular Pharmacology • Blood Conservation
• Ischemic Heart Disease • Monitoring of Cardiac Patient
• Myocardial Preservation • Acid-Base and Fluid Balance
• Valvular Heart Disease • Cardio-pulmonary Bypass
• Cardiac Arrhythmias • Cannula and Circuits for CPB
References
1. Clinical Anatomy by Richard Snell, 7th Edition.
2. Cardiopulmonary Bypass and Mechanical Support: Principles and Practice by Glenn P. Gravlee, Latest Edition
3. Textbook of Medical Physiology by Guyton and Hall, 10th Edition.
4. The Washington Manual of Surgery by Klingensmith, 5th Edition.
5. Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology by Terry Des Jardins, 5th Edition.
6. Manual of P Peri-operative Care in Cardiac and Thoracic surgery by Robert M Bojar, 2nd Edition.
7. Manual of Peri-operative Care in Adult Cardiac Surgery by Robert M. Bojar, 3rd Edition
8. Cardiopulmonary Perfusion, Charles C. Reed, Diane K. Clark

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Clinical Biochemistry - Clinical Scientist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: BIC5662 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• General Chemistry Tests/ Preanalytical Processes • Automation
• Quality Control • Point of Care Testing
• General Chemistry • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Toxicology
• Special Chemistry • Automation/ Instrumentation TechniquesLab Safety
• Hormone Tests • Ethics
References
1. Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, Tietz , Latest Edition.
2. Biochemistry and Metabolism (Core Science and Clinical Cases in One Book), Andrew Davison, Anna Milan, Suzannah
Phillips, Lakshminarayan Ranganath, Latest Edition.
3. Clinical Biochemistry: An Illustrated Colour Text, Allan Gaw, Latest Edition.
4. Clinical Chemistry,Techniques, Principles, Correlations, Michael L. Bishop, Edward P. Fody, Larry E. Schoeff, Latest
Edition.
5. Lecture Notes: Clinical Biochemistry, Geoffrey Beckett, Latest Edition.

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Clinical Biochemistry Technologist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: BIC5661 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• General Chemistry Tests/ Preanalytical Processes • Automation
• Quality Control • Point of Care Testing
• General Chemistry • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring and Toxicology
• Special Chemistry • Automation/ Instrumentation TechniquesLab Safety
• Hormone Tests • Ethics
References
1. Textbook of Clinical Chemistry and Molecular Diagnostics, Tietz , Latest Edition.
2. Biochemistry and Metabolism (Core Science and Clinical Cases in One Book), Andrew Davison, Anna Milan, Suzannah
Phillips, Lakshminarayan Ranganath, Latest Edition.
3. Clinical Biochemistry: An Illustrated Colour Text, Allan Gaw, Latest Edition.
4. Clinical Chemistry,Techniques, Principles, Correlations, Michael L. Bishop, Edward P. Fody, Larry E. Schoeff, Latest
Edition.
5. Lecture Notes: Clinical Biochemistry, Geoffrey Beckett, Latest Edition.

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Clinical Dietitian
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: NUT4112 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Fundamental of Dietetics, Food Management and • Procurement and Materials Management
Services • Metabolic Disorders
• Disease Prevention and Health Promotion • Inflammatory Diseases and Cancer
• Nutrition Screening, Assessment and Counselling • Food Production, Distribution and Facility Design
• Principles of Food Preparation and Training • Medical Nutrition Therapy
• Food Science and Normal Nutrition • Nutrition Through Life Cycle
• Menu Planning
References
1. Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition. Sharon Rady Rolfes, Kathryn Pinna, Ellie Whitney, Brooks Cole, Latest Edition.
2. Krause's Food and the Nutrition Care Process - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study, L. Kathleen Mahan, Janice L Raymond,
Sylvia Escott-Stump, Latest Edition.
3. Clinical Nutrition, Marinos Elia, Olle Ljungqvist, Rebecca Stratton, Susan A. Lanham-New, Wiley-Black, Latest Edition.
4. Nutrition and Diagnosis-Related Care, by Sylvia Escott-Stump, Latest Edition.
5. Charney, P., Malone, ADA Pocket Guide to Enteral Nutrition. American Dietetic Association, Latest Edition.
6. V.A. Vaclavik and E.W. Christian, Essentials of Food Science, Springer Science, New York, Latest Edition.

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Clinical Pharmacy
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PHO5482 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 70%
Exam Coverage:
• Toxicology • Pharmacokinetics
• Medicinal Chemistry • Pharmaceutical Care and Disease State Management
• Sterile and Nonsterile Compounding • Medication Safety
• Pharmaceutics/Biopharmaceutics • Over the Counter Medication
• Pharmacognosy and Dietary Supplements • Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Pharmacy Calculation and Compounding • Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutic Decision Making
• Clinical pharmacogenomics • Infection Control
References
1. Dick R. Gourley , James C. Eoff III, The APhA Complete Review for Pharmacy, the American Pharmacists Association. • William E
Paul. Fundamental Immunology, Philadelphia, USA, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins. •
2. Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry.
3. Leon Shargel, Alan H. Munick, Paul F. Souney, Larry N. Swanson. Comprehensive Pharmacy Review
4. Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics.
5. Shargel, Applied Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics, the Middle East Observer, USA: Appleton and Lange.
6. Howard C. Ansel, Mitchell J. Stoklosa, Pharmaceutical Calculations.
7. •Aulton, M., E., Pharmaceutics: The Science of Dosage Form Design, London Churchill Livingstone.
8. Karen E. Stine, Thomas M. Brown, Principles of Toxicology.
9. Karen Rascati. Essentials of Pharmacoeconomics. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
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Clinical Psychology
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: CPS5071 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Schools of Psychology • General Psychology
• Biological Psychology • Personality and Individual Differences
• Developmental Psychology • Clinical Psychology
• Psychology of Learning • Research Methodology
References
1. Alan Carr and Muireann McNulty (2006). The Handbook of Adult Clinical Psychology. Routledge: London
2. Alan D. Baddeley, Barbara A. Wilson, and Fraser N. Watts (1998). Handbook of Memory Disorders. John Wiley & Sons: Chichester.
3. A. Reber (1995). Dictionary of Psychology. Penguin Books: London.
4. Glen O. Gabbard (2000). Psychodynamic Psychiatry in Clinical Practice (3rd Edition). American Psychiatric Press, Inc: Washington, DC.
5. G. Neil Martin (2006). Human Neuropsychology (Second Edition). Pearson Education Limited: Edinburgh, UK.
6. Arno F. Wittig (2001). Introduction to Psychology (Second Edition). McGraw-Hill: New York.

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Central Sterile Services (CSS) Aide
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: STE5653 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Overview of the CSSD and Decontamination • Inventory Control, Sterile Storage and Planned
• Principles of Asepsis, Microbiology and Infection • Maintenance
Control • Preparation, Packaging and Labeling of Instruments and Devices
• Transportation of Solid Items to CSSD and • Sterilization, Maintenance, Audit and Quality Control
Disinfection Process • Flexible Endoscope and Dental Instrument Processing
• Processing Equipment and Classification of Surgical • Use of Indicators, Load Control and Transportation from the
Instrument Types CSSD
References
1. Medical Device Reprocessing (Decontamination Specialist), Course Curriculum.
2. The Basics of Sterile Processing. Nancy Chobin. Sterile Processing University. LLC New Jersey, Latest Edition.
3. Central Service Technical Manual. N.Lind; J.D. Ninemeier. International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material
Management, Latest Edition.

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Central Sterile Services (CSS) Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: STE5652 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Overview of the CSSD and Decontamination • Preparation, Packaging and Labeling of Instruments and Devices
• Principles of Asepsis, Microbiology and Infection • Sterilization, Maintenance, Audit and Quality Control
Control • Flexible Endoscope and Dental Instrument Processing
• Transportation of Solid Items to CSSD and • Use of Indicators, Load Control and Transportation from the
Disinfection Process CSSD
• Processing Equipment and Classification of Surgical
Instrument Types
References
1. Medical Device Reprocessing (Decontamination Specialist), Course Curriculum.
2. The Basics of Sterile Processing. Nancy Chobin. Sterile Processing University. LLC New Jersey, Latest Edition.
3. Central Service Technical Manual. N.Lind; J.D. Ninemeier. International Association of Healthcare Central Service Material
Management, Latest Edition.

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Dental Assistant
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: DAS5111 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Dental Anatomy • Preventive Dentistry
• Dental Assistant • Supplies and Logistics
• Dental Health • Dental Emergency and MCP
• Dental Materials • Communication and Patient Education
• Dental Radiography • Ethics
• Infection Control
References
1. Modern Dental Assisting. By D.L.Bird; and D.S. Robinson. Published by Elsevier, Latest Edition.
2. In Practice Training Program for Dental Assistants. By the British Dental Journal, edited by M. Seward, Latest Edition. Complete
Review of Dental Assisting. Prentice Hall Health, Emily Andujo, Latest Edition.
3. Pearson's Comprehensive Dental Assisting, Tyler, Lori, Pearson, Latest Edition.
4. Infection Control and Management of Hazardous Materials for the Dental Team, Millar and Palenik, Latest Edition

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Dental Hygienist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: DEN5141 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Basic Anatomy and Physiology Biology, Physiology, • Management of Medical Emergencies and Medically
and Oral Pathology Compromised Patients
• Medical and Dental Histories • Communication Skills
• Extra and Intra Oral Examination • Community Dental Hygiene
• Non-Surgical Periodontal Therapy • Professionalism and Ethics
• Preventive Therapy • Patient Safety
References
1. Clinical Practice of the Dental Hygienist. E.M. Wilkins; Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
2. Fundamentals of Periodontal Instrumentation. Nield-Gehring J.S., Lippincott Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition.
3. Dental Hygiene: Theory and Practice, Darby and Walsh, Latest Edition.
4. Contemporary Periodontal Instrumentation. Diane H. Schoen; M. Catherine Dean, Latest Edition.
5. Comprehensive Review of Dental Hygiene, Mosby's, Michele Leonardi Darby, Latest Edition.

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Dental Lab Aide
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: DLT5522 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Dental Anatomy and Occlusion • Dental Implant Prosthesis
• Dental Materials • Orthodontics appliances
• Removable Complete Prosthesis • Maxillofacial Prosthesis
• Fixed Restorations • Health and Safety
• Removable Partial Prosthesis • CAD - Cam Restorations
References
1. Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics by: Sumiya Hobo, Lowell D. Whitsett, Richard Jacobi, Susan E. Brackett Creator: Herbert T. Shillingburg
Publisher: Quintessence Publishing (IL), Latest Edition.
2. McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics, by Glen P. McGivney, Alan B. Carr, William L. McCracken, Publisher: Mosby-Year Book, Latest
Edition.
3. Phillips' Science of Dental Materials, by By Kenneth J Anusavice, DMD, PhD, Publisher: WB Saunders, Latest Edition
4. Dental Anatomy: Its Relevance to Dentistry, by J B Woelfel and Sheid ,Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition..
5. Complete Dentures: From Planning to Problem Solving by P. Finbarr Allen, Scan McCarthy, Quintessence, Latest Edition.
6. Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques by T M Graber and R L Vanarsdall, Publisher: Mosby, Latest Edition.
7. Basic Infection Control for Healthcare Providers [ILLUSTRATED], by Michael Kennamer. Delmar Thomson learning, Inc., Latest Edition.
8. Contemporary fixed prosthodontics (fifth edition) by rosenstiel, Land & Fujimoto.
9. Implant Laboratory Procedures: A step-by-step Guide, by Carl Drago and Thomas Peterson, Latest Edition.
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Dental Lab Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: DLT5521 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Dental Anatomy and Occlusion • Dental Implant Prosthesis
• Dental Materials • Orthodontics appliances
• Removable Complete Prosthesis • Maxillofacial Prosthesis
• Fixed Restorations • Health and Safety
• Removable Partial Prosthesis • CAD - Cam Restorations
References
1. Fundamentals of Fixed Prosthodontics by: Sumiya Hobo, Lowell D. Whitsett, Richard Jacobi, Susan E. Brackett Creator: Herbert T. Shillingburg
Publisher: Quintessence Publishing (IL), Latest Edition.
2. McCracken's Removable Partial Prosthodontics, by Glen P. McGivney, Alan B. Carr, William L. McCracken, Publisher: Mosby-Year Book, Latest
Edition.
3. Phillips' Science of Dental Materials, by By Kenneth J Anusavice, DMD, PhD, Publisher: WB Saunders, Latest Edition
4. Dental Anatomy: Its Relevance to Dentistry, by J B Woelfel and Sheid ,Publisher: Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins, Latest Edition..
5. Complete Dentures: From Planning to Problem Solving by P. Finbarr Allen, Scan McCarthy, Quintessence, Latest Edition.
6. Orthodontics: Current Principles and Techniques by T M Graber and R L Vanarsdall, Publisher: Mosby, Latest Edition.
7. Basic Infection Control for Healthcare Providers [ILLUSTRATED], by Michael Kennamer. Delmar Thomson learning, Inc., Latest Edition.
8. Contemporary fixed prosthodontics (fifth edition) by rosenstiel, Land & Fujimoto.
9. Implant Laboratory Procedures: A step-by-step Guide, by Carl Drago and Thomas Peterson, Latest Edition.
10. Fundamentals of Facial Prosthetics, by Robert E McKinstry, Latest Edition. Allied Health Category
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Dialysis Technologist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RDT5162 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Dialysis Machine Set-up • Documentation
• Dialysis Treatment Initiation • Equipment Monitoring-Maintenance
• Patient Monitoring • Water System
• Dialysis Treatment Termination • Vascular Access
References
1. Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician, Medical Education Institute, 4th Edition, 2008, Amgen
2. Fundamentals of Nursing: Standards and Practice, DeLaune and Ladner, 3rd Edition, 2006, Delmar
3. Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, Nissenson and Fine, 4th Edition, 2007, Saunders
4. Manual of Clinical Dialysis, Ahmad, 2nd Edition, 2009, Springer
5. Oxford Handbook of Dialysis, Levy et al, 3rd Edition, 2009, Oxford University Press
6. Principles and Practices of Dialysis, Henrich, 4th Edition, 2009, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins
7. "Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Patient Assessment," National Kidney Foundation, 2008,
http://www.kidney.org/professionals/pdf/ANNA_form3.pdf

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Dialysis Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: RDT5161 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Dialysis Machine Set-up • Documentation
• Dialysis Treatment Initiation • Equipment Monitoring-Maintenance
• Patient Monitoring • Water System
• Dialysis Treatment Termination • Vascular Access
References
1. Core Curriculum for the Dialysis Technician, Medical Education Institute, 4th Edition, 2008, Amgen
2. Fundamentals of Nursing: Standards and Practice, DeLaune and Ladner, 3rd Edition, 2006, Delmar
3. Handbook of Dialysis Therapy, Nissenson and Fine, 4th Edition, 2007, Saunders
4. Manual of Clinical Dialysis, Ahmad, 2nd Edition, 2009, Springer
5. Oxford Handbook of Dialysis, Levy et al, 3rd Edition, 2009, Oxford University Press
6. Principles and Practices of Dialysis, Henrich, 4th Edition, 2009, Lippincott, Williams and Wilkins
7. "Comprehensive Interdisciplinary Patient Assessment," National Kidney Foundation, 2008,
http://www.kidney.org/professionals/pdf/ANNA_form3.pdf

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ECG Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ECG5612 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Cardiac Anatomy • Tachy-arrhythmias
• Cardiac Electro-physiology • Brady-arrhythmias
• Pharmacotherapy • Technical aspect of 12 LEAD ECG
• Ischemic Heart Disease • Pacemakers and Defibrillators
• Valvular Heart Disease • Basic Life Support
References
1. ECGs by Example, 3rd Edition.
2. Dale Dubin's Rapid Interpretation of EKG's, 6th Edition.
3. Understanding Electrocardiography by Mary Conover, 8thEdition.
4. ECG Made Easy, 9th Edition.
5. Manual of BLS for Healthcare Providers, by American Heart Association.

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Hematology Technologist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MTH4612 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Lab Safety Quality Control • Special Stains and Films
• Laboratory Operations • Coagulation
• Hematology Analyzer/ Automation and Peripheral • Transfusion Medicine
Blood Film • Blood Banking
• Manual Procedures (Cell Counts) • Body Fluids
• Special Hematology • Ethics
References
1. Keohane, E., Smith, L., & Walenga, J. (n.d.). Rodak's Hematology (5th ed.). Elsevier.
2. Rodak, B. F., & Carr, J. H. (n.d.). Clinical Hematology Atlas (5th ed.). Elsevier.
3. Harmening D.M. (2012). Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices.6th Ed.Philadelphia, PA: F.A.Davis Company
4. Fung M.K., Eder A.F., Spitalnik S. L., Westhoff C. M. (2017). Technical Manual. 19th Ed. Bethesda, MD: AABB Press.
5. Todd, I., Spickett, G., & Fairclough, L. (n.d.). Lecture Notes: Immunology (7th ed.). Wiley.
6. Landsverk, M. L., & Wong, L. C. (n.d.). Clinical Molecular Diagnostic Techniques: A Brief Review.
7. Laboratory Quality Management System Handbook WHO.

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Hematology - Clinical Scientist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MTH4611 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 65%
Exam Coverage:
• Lab Safety • Special Stains and Films
• Quality Control • Coagulation
• Hematology Analyzer/ Automation and Peripheral • Transfusion Medicine
Blood Film • Blood Banking
• Manual Procedures (Cell Counts) • Body Fluids
• Special Hematology • Ethics
References
1. Hematology Lecture Notes for Medical Laboratory Students by Yared Alemu, Alemayehu Atomsa and Zewdneh Sahlemariam,
Latest Edition.
2. Clinical Laboratory Hematology by Shirlyn B. McKenzie, Latest Edition.
3. Anderson's Atlas of Hematology by Shauna C. Anderson and Keila B. Poulsen, Latest Edition.
4. Dacie and Lewis Practical Hematology by SM Lewis, Barbara J. Bain , Imelda Bates, Latest Edition.

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Massage Therapist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: MAS5511 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Anatomy • Physical Evaluation Skills
• Physiological Effects and Contraindications of • Management of Diseases by Massage
Massage • Management of Sport Conditions by Massage
• Basic Techniques of Massage
References
1. The Massage Connection: Anatomy and Physiology, Kalyani Premkumar, 2nd Edition, Lippincott & Wilkins.
2. Basic Clinical Massage Therapy, James Cray and David Pounds, 2nd Edition, Lippincott & Wilkins.
3. Thai Massage Manual: Natural Therapy for Flexibility, Relaxation, and Energy Balance, Maria Mercati.
4. The Myofascial Releases Manual, Carol Msnheim, 2nd Edition, Slack Incorporated.
5. Massage for Therapist, Margaret Hollis, 2nd Edition, Blackwell Science Ltd.
6. Manipulation, Traction, and Massage, Joseph Rogoff, 2nd Edition.
7. Muscle: Testing and Function with Posture and Pain, Florence Peterson, 5th Edition.
8. Textbook of Medical Physiology, Guyton and Hall.
9. Orthopedic Physical Assessment, David J, 4th Edition.
10. Clayton's Electrotherapy, Theory and Practice, Angela Forster, 9th Edition.
11. Therapeutic Exercise, Carolyn Kisner, 5th Edition.
12. Tide's Physical therapy, Ann Thomson, 12th Edition.

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Medical Microbiology – Clinical Scientist
Exam Coverage:
• Growth Media & Staining Techniques • Blood Sepsis & Bacteriology
• Infectious Disease • Immunology / Serology
• Molecular Microbiology • Diagnostic Virology
• Respiratory Tract, TB, and CNS Infections • Mycology and Parasitology
References
1. Bacterial Metabolism, Gottschalk, 2nd Edition, Springer
2. Bailey & Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology, Forbes et al, 12th Edition, 2007, Mosby
3. Basic Immunology, Abbas et al, 3rd Edition, 2009, Saunders/Elsevier
4. Burton's Microbiology for Health Sciences, Engelkirk, 9th Edition, 2010, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
5. Dietary Supplements, Toxicology, and Clinical Pharmacology, Cupp and Tracy,Humana
6. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Fauci et al, 17th Edition, 2008, McGraw-Hill
7. Koneman's Color Atlas and Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology, Winn et al, 6th Edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
8. Mackie and McCartney Practical Medical Microbiology, Collee et al, 14th Edition, Churchill Livingstone
9. Male Infertility: A Guide for the Clinician, Jequier, Blackewell
10. Manual of Clinical Microbiology, Volume 1, Murray et al, 8th Edition, ASM

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Medical Microbiology Technologist
Exam Coverage:
• Growth Media & Staining Techniques • Blood Sepsis & Bacteriology
• Infectious Disease • Immunology / Serology
• Molecular Microbiology • Diagnostic Virology
• Respiratory Tract, TB, and CNS Infections • Mycology and Parasitology
References
1. Bacterial Metabolism, Gottschalk, 2nd Edition, Springer
2. Bailey & Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology, Forbes et al, 12th Edition, 2007, Mosby
3. Basic Immunology, Abbas et al, 3rd Edition, 2009, Saunders/Elsevier
4. Burton's Microbiology for Health Sciences, Engelkirk, 9th Edition, 2010, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
5. Dietary Supplements, Toxicology, and Clinical Pharmacology, Cupp and Tracy,Humana
6. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Fauci et al, 17th Edition, 2008, McGraw-Hill
7. Koneman's Color Atlas and Textbook of Diagnostic Microbiology, Winn et al, 6th Edition, Lippincott Williams and Wilkins
8. Mackie and McCartney Practical Medical Microbiology, Collee et al, 14th Edition, Churchill Livingstone

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Medical Laboratory Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: LAB5601 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 45%
Exam Coverage:
• Safety and Quality Control • Blood Bank
• Bacteriology • Biochemistry
• Virology • Hormones
• Immunology • Urinalysis
• Parasitology • Mycology
• Hematology • Immunology / Serology
References
1. Laboratory Practice in Tropical Countries, Monica Cheesbrough (latest Edition)
2. Manual on Standard Operation Procedures, Sample Collection and Reference Ranges for Clinical Chemistry, Meliyanthi M. Gunatillaka
(latest Edition)
3. Clinical Immunology and Serology, Christine Dorresteyn Stevens (latest Edition)
4. HENRY'S Clinical Diagnosis and Management by Laboratory Methods, McPherson, (Latest Edition).
5. Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices, By: Denise M. Harmening, (Latest edition).
6. A Manual of Laboratory and Diagnostic Tests, (9th Edition), (Fischbach, F. and Dunning, M.B.).

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Medical Laboratory Technologist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: LAB5631 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Blood Bank • Histo-and Cyto Techniques
• Urinal analysis and other body fluid • Microbiology
• Clinical Chemistry • Laboratory Operation
• Hematology • Patient Safety and professionalism
• Immunology and Serology
References
1. Harmening D.M.(2012). Modern Blood Banking & Transfusion Practices.6th Ed.Philadelphia, PA: F.A.Davis Company
2. Brunzel, N. A. (2013). Fundamentals of urine and body fluid analysis (4th ed.). Elsevier.
3. Marshall, W. J., Lapsley, M., & Day, A. (2016). Clinical Chemistry (8th ed.).
4. Keohane, E., Smith, L., & Walenga, J. (n.d.). Rodak's Hematology (5th ed.). Elsevier.
5. Todd, I., Spickett, G., & Fairclough, L. (n.d.). Lecture Notes: Immunology (7th ed.). Wiley.
6. Bancroft, J. D., & Gamble, M. (2007). Theory and Practice of Histological Techniques (6th or latest ed.). Churchill Livingstone.
7. Tille, P. (2013). Bailey & Scott's Diagnostic Microbiology (13th ed.). Mosby.

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Nutritionist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: NUT4111 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Fundamental of Dietetics, Food Management • Gastro-Intestinal Diseases
and Services • Metabolic Disorders
• Obesity • Inflammatory Diseases and Cancer
• Cardiovascular Diseases • Nutrition Support
• Diabetes Mellitus • Community Nutrition
• Renal Diseases • Nutrition Through Life Cycle
• Liver Diseases
References
1. Understanding Normal and Clinical Nutrition. Sharon Rady Rolfes, Kathryn Pinna, Ellie Whitney, Brooks Cole, Latest Edition.
2. Krause's Food and the Nutrition Care Process - Elsevier eBook on Intel Education Study, L. Kathleen Mahan, Janice L Raymond, Sylvia
Escott-Stump, Latest Edition.
3. Clinical Nutrition, Marinos Elia, Olle Ljungqvist, Rebecca Stratton, Susan A. Lanham-New, Wiley-Black, Latest Edition.
4. Nutrition and Diagnosis-Related Care, by Sylvia Escott-Stump, Latest Edition.
5. Charney, P., Malone, ADA Pocket Guide to Enteral Nutrition. American Dietetic Association, Latest Edition.
6. V.A. Vaclavik and E.W. Christian, Essentials of Food Science, Springer Science, New York, Latest Edition.

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Occupational Therapist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ORA5562 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Neurological Conditions • Hand Dysfunctions
• Physical Disabilities • Psychosocial Problems & Mental Health
• Developmental Disabilities • Pediatric Conditions
• Occupational Health and Patient Safety • Community Based Services and Assistive Technology
• Community Based Services and Assistive Technology • Ethics and Professionalism
References
1. Willard and Spackman's Occupational Therapy, Latest Edition.
2. Pedretti's Occupational Therapy: Practice Skills for Physical Dysfunction, latest Edition.
3. Occupational Therapy for Children (Case-Smith), Latest Edition.
4. Fundamentals of Hand Therapy, Cooper, Latest Edition.
5. Handbook of Developmental Disabilities, Odom, Latest Edition.
6. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health: A vision for participation, Brown, Latest Edition.

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Occupational Therapy Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: ORA5561 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 50%
Exam Coverage:
• Neurological Conditions • Hand Dysfunctions
• Physical Disabilities • Psychosocial Problems & Mental Health
• Developmental Disabilities • Pediatric Conditions
• Occupational Health and Patient Safety • Community Based Services and Assistive Technology
• Community Based Services and Assistive Technology • Ethics and Professionalism
References
1. Willard and Spackman's Occupational Therapy, Latest Edition.
2. Pedretti's Occupational Therapy: Practice Skills for Physical Dysfunction, latest Edition.
3. Occupational Therapy for Children (Case-Smith), Latest Edition.
4. Fundamentals of Hand Therapy, Cooper, Latest Edition.
5. Handbook of Developmental Disabilities, Odom, Latest Edition.
6. Occupational Therapy in Mental Health: A vision for participation, Brown, Latest Edition.

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Optometrist
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: OPT5581 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Geometric Optics • Ocular Disease
• Clinical Visual Optics • Pediatric Optometry
• Basic Ocular Anatomy and Physiology • Geriatric Optometry
• Binocular Vision • Low Vision Practice
• Refraction • Environmental Optometry
• Contact Lenses
References
1. Bennet and Rabbett's Clinical Visual Optics by Ronald B. Rabbetts, Latest Edition.
2. Contact Lenses in Ophthalmic Practice by Mark J. Mannis, Karla Zadnik, Cleusa Coral-Ghanem and Newton Kara-Jose, Latest
Edition.
3. Essentials of Low Vision Practice by Richard L. Brilliant, Latest Edition.
4. Theodore Grosvenor. Primary Care Optometry, Latest Edition.
5. Kanski. Clinical Ophthalmology. A Systematic Approach, Latest Edition.

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Pharmacist
Exam Coverage:
• Toxicology • Infection Control
• Medicinal Chemistry • Pharmacokinetics
• Sterile and Nonsterile Compounding • Pharmaceutical Care and Disease State Management
• Pharmaceutics/Biopharmaceutics • Medication Safety
• Pharmacognosy and Dietary Supplements • Over the Counter Medication
• Pharmacy Calculation and Compounding • Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Clinical pharmacogenomics • Clinical Pharmacology and Therapeutic Decision Making
References
1. Dick R. Gourley , James C. Eoff III, The APhA Complete Review for Pharmacy, the American Pharmacists Association. • William E
Paul. Fundamental Immunology, Philadelphia, USA, Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
2. Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry.
3. Leon Shargel, Alan H. Munick, Paul F. Souney, Larry N. Swanson. Comprehensive Pharmacy Review
4. Goodman & Gilman's: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics.
5. Shargel, Applied Biopharmaceutics & Pharmacokinetics, the Middle East Observer, USA: Appleton and Lange.
6. Howard C. Ansel, Mitchell J. Stoklosa, Pharmaceutical Calculations.
7. •Aulton, M., E., Pharmaceutics: The Science of Dosage Form Design, London Churchill Livingstone.
8. Karen E. Stine, Thomas M. Brown, Principles of Toxicology.
9. Karen Rascati. Essentials of Pharmacoeconomics. Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.
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Pharmacy Technician
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PHT5451 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 55%
Exam Coverage:
• Pharmacy Calculation • Pharmacokinetics
• Pregnancy and Lactation • Pharmaceutical Care and Disease State Management
• Sterile and Nonsterile Compounding • Over the Counter Medication
• Infection Control • Pharmacy Law and Ethics
• Medication Safety
References
1. Remington " The Science and Practice of Pharmacy'' Beringer, Paul et al. (Latest Edition)
2. Goodman and Gilman's "The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics" Hardman; Limbird; Gilman. (Latest Edition)
3. Drug Information Handbook. LexiComp. (Latest Edition)
4. Pharmacotherapy: A Pathophysiologic Approach (Latest Edition)

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Prosthetics & Orthotics Technologist
Exam Coverage:
• Assessment and Examination • Spinal Orthotics
• Functional Anatomy • Upper Limb Amputations and Prosthetics
• Kinesiology and Biomechanics • Upper Limb Orthotics
• Lower Limb Amputations & Prosthetics • Materials Technology
• Footwear Adaptation • General Workplace Practice and Safety
• Lower Limb Orthotics
References
1. Barbara Engstrom and Catherine van de ven, Therapy for Amputee , 3rd Edition
2. Jenkins, Hollinshead's Functional Anatomy of the Limbs and Back, 7th Edition
3. Joel A. Delisa, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Principles and Practice, 4th Edition
4. Lippert, Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy, 2006
5. Michaille M.Lusardi, Caroline C.Nielsen, Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation
6. O’Sullivan ,Schmitz, Physical Rehabilitation: Assessment and Treatment, 2007
7. Randall.L.braddom, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 3rd Edition.

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Prosthetics & Orthotics Technician
Exam Coverage:
• Assessment and Examination • Spinal Orthotics
• Functional Anatomy • Upper Limb Amputations and Prosthetics
• Kinesiology and Biomechanics • Upper Limb Orthotics
• Lower Limb Amputations & Prosthetics • Materials Technology
• Footwear Adaptation • General Workplace Practice and Safety
• Lower Limb Orthotics
References
1. Barbara Engstrom and Catherine van de ven, Therapy for Amputee , 3rd Edition
2. Jenkins, Hollinshead's Functional Anatomy of the Limbs and Back, 7th Edition
3. Joel A. Delisa, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Principles and Practice, 4th Edition
4. Lippert, Clinical Kinesiology and Anatomy, 2006
5. Michaille M.Lusardi, Caroline C.Nielsen, Orthotics and Prosthetics in Rehabilitation
6. O’Sullivan ,Schmitz, Physical Rehabilitation: Assessment and Treatment, 2007
7. Randall.L.braddom, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, 3rd Edition.

Allied Health
Physiotherapist
Exam Coverage:
• Kinesiology, Biomechanics and Ergonomics • Physical Therapy in Special Population (OBGYN, Pediatrics,
• Anatomy and Physiology Geriatrics)
• Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis • Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
• Physical agents (Electrotherapy and Hydrotherapy) • Sports Physical Therapy
• Therapeutic Exercises and Techniques • Neurorehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
References
1. Prevention Practice A Physical Therapist's Guide to Health Fitness and Wellness, Catherine Rush Thompson, Latest Edition.
2. Therapeutic Exercise Foundations and Techniques by Carolyn Kisner, Latest Edition.
3. Tidy's Physiotherapy, Latest Edition.
4. Clayton's Electrotherapy and Actinotherapy, Latest Edition.
5. Physiotherapy Secrets, PP Mohanty & Monalisa Pattnaik.
6. Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation "Report of a working party convened by the British Society of Rehabilitation Medicine" Chair: Dr Vera
Neumann. Latest edition.

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Physiotherapy Technician
Exam Coverage:
• Kinesiology, Biomechanics and Ergonomics • Physical Therapy in Special Population (OBGYN, Pediatrics,
• Anatomy and Physiology Geriatrics)
• Clinical Decision Making and Differential Diagnosis • Cardiopulmonary Physical Therapy
• Physical agents (Electrotherapy and Hydrotherapy) • Sports Physical Therapy
• Therapeutic Exercises and Techniques • Neurorehabilitation
• Musculoskeletal rehabilitation
References
1. Prevention Practice A Physical Therapist's Guide to Health Fitness and Wellness, Catherine Rush Thompson, Latest Edition.
2. Therapeutic Exercise Foundations and Techniques by Carolyn Kisner, Latest Edition.
3. Tidy's Physiotherapy, Latest Edition.
4. Clayton's Electrotherapy and Actinotherapy, Latest Edition.
5. Physiotherapy Secrets, PP Mohanty & Monalisa Pattnaik.
6. Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation "Report of a working party convened by the British Society of Rehabilitation Medicine" Chair: Dr Vera
Neumann. Latest edition.

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Radiographer
Exam Coverage:
• Patient Management • Nuclear Medicine
• Radiation Protection • Operation of Equipment
• X-ray & CT • Fluoroscopy
• Health and Safety • General Anatomy Patient Safety, Professionalism & Ethics
• Ultrasound & MRI • Procedure Management
References
1. Bontrager's Textbook of Radiographic Positioning and Related Anatomy, 9th Edition, John Lampignano, and Leslie E. Kendrick, Mosby Publisher,
Philadelphia, PA, USA, 2017. ISBN 9780323399661
2. Introduction to Radiologic and Imaging Sciences and Patient Care 6th Edition, Arlene M. Adler, Richard R. Carlton, Saunders Publisher, Philadelphia,
PA, USA, 2015. ISBN 978-0323315791
3. Sherer, M.S. Visconti,P.J., et al. “Radiation Protection in Medical radiography”, 8th edition. Mosby, 2018 ISBN:978-0-323-44666-2
4. Westbrook C., and Talbot J. - MRI in Practice
5. Gurley’s- Introduction to Radiologic Technology)
6. X-Ray Technician(Passbooks) (Career Examination Passbooks)
7. CT & MRI Pathology: A Pocket Atlas
8. Radiographic and Angiographic Procedures with an Introduction to Specialized Imaging. FA Davis
9. Nuclear Medicine Technology: Procedures and Quick Reference. Pete Shackett. Third Edition, 2019
10. MRI in Practice, Catherine Westbrook
11. Health Professions Council (HPC) Standards of Conduct, Performance and Ethics. London: HPC. performance-and-ethics/.
Accessed November 20, 2019
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Radiography Technician
Exam Coverage:
• Radiation Protection • Ultrasound • General Anatomy
• X-ray • Nuclear Medicine • Patient Safety
• CT • Angio • Professionalism and Ethics
• MRI • Fluoroscopy
References
1. Nuclear Medicine and PET/CT: Technology and Techniques 7th Edition, by Paul E. Christian & Kristen M. Waterstram-Rich. ISBN-10: 0323071929
2. Sonography Principles and Instruments 9th Edition, by Frederick W. Kremkau. ISBN-10: 0323322719
3. Basic Radiation Protection Technology 6th Edition, by Daniel A Gollnick. ISBN10: 0916339149
4. Chesneys Radiographic Imaging 6th Edition, by Jhon Ball & Tony Price. ISBN: 978-0-632-03901-2
5. Chesneys' Equipment for Student Radiographers, 4th Edition, by P. H. Carter, A. M. Paterson, M. L. Thornton, A. P. Hyatt, A. Milne, J. R. Pirrie. ISBN:
978-0632-02724-8
6. Essentials Of Ultrasound Physics 1st Edition, by James A. Zagzebski. ISBN- 10: 0815198523
7. Clinical Sonography: A Practical Guide 5th Edition, by Roger C. Sanders, ISBN10: 1451192525
8. MRI in Practice 5th Edition, by Catherine Westbrook, John Talbot ISBN-10: 1119391962
9. CT Imaging: Practical Physics, Artifacts, and Pitfalls, by Alexander C. Mamourian. ASIN: B01JXRVUPY
10. Cross Sectional Anatomy CT & MRI 1st Edition, by Govind B. Chavhan & Jankharia Bhavin. ISBN-10: 9350250462
11. Clark's Positioning in Radiography 13th Editionby A. Stewart Whitley ISBN-10: 149875693X
Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein Allied Health Category
14. Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule, SCFHS, Latest Edition
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Respiratory Technician
Exam Coverage:
• Patient Data • Airway Patency and Care
• Assessment and Evaluation • Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
• Equipment Manipulation, Troubleshooting / Quality • Infection Control
Control • Mechanical Ventilation
• Patient Safety • Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Home Care
• Therapeutic Procedures • Patient Education
References
1. Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook Package, Latest Edition.
2. Pilbeam's Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, Latest Edition.
3. Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, Latest Edition.
4. Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease, 8th edition
5. . Ruppel's Manual of Pulmonary Function Testing, 12th edition.

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Respiratory Therapist
Exam Coverage:
• Patient Data • Airway Patency and Care
• Assessment and Evaluation • Bronchial Hygiene Techniques
• Equipment Manipulation, Troubleshooting / Quality • Infection Control
Control • Mechanical Ventilation
• Patient Safety • Pulmonary Rehabilitation and Home Care
• Therapeutic Procedures • Patient Education
References
1. Egan's Fundamentals of Respiratory Care - Textbook and Workbook Package, Latest Edition.
2. Pilbeam's Mechanical Ventilation: Physiological and Clinical Applications, Latest Edition.
3. Wilkins' Clinical Assessment in Respiratory Care, Latest Edition.
4. Clinical Manifestations and Assessment of Respiratory Disease, 8th edition
5. . Ruppel's Manual of Pulmonary Function Testing, 12th edition

TCAM
Ayurveda Practitioner
Duration: 3 Hrs. No. of Questions: 150 Code: PAY5852 Fee: USD240 Pass Score: 60%
Exam Coverage:
• Ayurveda Philosophy • Medicinal herbs
• Dravyaguna Vigyan • Pharmacology (Actions, indications, & contraindications) with
• Rasashastra evam Bhaishajyakalpana their usage
• Roga Nidan evam Vikriti Vigyan • Preparation of medicines and dosage (posology) as per the
• Samanya Chikitsa, Shiro Roga,Karna Roga, Nasa Roga guidelines of Pharmacopeia
• Samhita Adhyayan • Different drugs and their uses in pathological conditions
• Kayachikitsa • Case taking and diagnosis as per the science of practice
• Panchakarma & Upakarma • Limitations in treating incurable diseases
• Integration of modern medical tools in establishing diagnosis
• Prasuti Tantra evam Stree Roga
and respective corresponding treatment as per given protocols
• Philosophy of science
of their science.
References
1. Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine, by Ian D Penman, Stuart H. Ralston, Mark W J Strachan, Richard Hobson,
Publisher: Elsevier Health Sciences
2. Principles of Anatomy and Physiology - Last ediciton, by Gerard J. Tortora & Sandra R Grabowski, Publisher: Wiley
3. Charaka Samhita, by Shri Chakra Pani Datt, Publisher: Chowkhamba Krishnadas Academy
4. Ashtanga Hridayam, by Dr.Brahmanand Tripathi, Publisher: Chaukhambha
5. Critical Analysis of Ayurvedic Formulations (Sahasrayoga and Other Samhitas, by Dr. L.Mahadevan,
TCAM Category
Publisher: Sarada Mahadeva Iyer Ayurvedic Educational & Charitable Trust
TCAM
Homeopathy Practitioner
Exam Coverage:
• Homeopathic Philosophy • Medicinal herbs
• Homeopathic Organon of Medicine • Pharmacology (Actions, indications, & contraindications)
• Homeopathic Pharmacy Drug Proving and Posology with their usage
• Homeopathic Materia Medica & Drug Pictures • Preparation of medicines and dosage (posology) as per the
• Homeopathic Case Taking Methodology & Diagnosis guidelines of Pharmacopeia
• Homeopathic Repertory • Different drugs and their uses in pathological conditions
• Therapeutics Science related to Medicine, Surgery, • Case taking and diagnosis as per the science of practice
• Limitations in treating incurable diseases
OB/GYN, Ophthalmology, ENT, Skin & VD.
• Integration of modern medical tools in establishing diagnosis
• 8 Therapeutics related to Prevention of Diseases
and respective corresponding treatment as per given
• Philosophy of science protocols of their science.
References
1. The Organon Of Medicine, by Samuel Hahnemann, Publisher: B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd
2. Davidson's Principles and Practice of Medicine, by Ian D Penman Stuart H Ralston Mark W J Strachan Richard Hobson,
Publisher: B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd
3. Materia Medica Keynotes by Henry C. Allen, by Henry C Allen, Publisher: B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd
4. Materia Medica of Homoeopathic Medicines, by S R Phatak, Publisher: B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd TCAM Category
5. Lectures on Homoeopathic Materia Medica, by James Tyler Kent, Publisher: B Jain Publishers Pvt Ltd
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