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Paediatric gastroenterology, hepatology and nutrition - sub-specialty
A paediatric gastroenterologist supports children with disorders that affect the gastrointestinal tract (stomach and intestines). A paediatric hepatologist works with children with liver diseases. Find out more about this sub-specialty and its curriculum.
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Paediatric inherited metabolic medicine - sub-specialty
Metabolic paediatricians care for children and families who have inherited disorders that affect the body’s normal biochemical reactions. Find out more about this sub-specialty and its curriculum.
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Paediatric neurodisability - sub-specialty
A neurodisability paediatrician supports children and young people with disabilities resulting from congenital or acquired long-term conditions. Find out more about this sub-specialty and its curriculum.
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Paediatric neurology - sub-specialty
A paediatric neurologist is a doctor with (or trainee doctor working towards acquiring) expertise in diagnosing and managing the vast range of neurological disorders affecting children and young people. Find out more about this sub-specialty and its curriculum.
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Theory exams structure and syllabus
The MRCPCH (membership) exam has three theory exams, which are computer-based and taken in an exam centre. They are Foundation of Practice (FOP), Theory and Science (TAS) and Applied Knowledge in Practice (AKP); they can be taken in any order. The Diploma of Child Health includes FOP only. Find out ...