Covers anatomy, physiology, and pathology with 50 MCQs per section.
For surgical trainees, especially those preparing for the Generic Surgical Sciences Examination (GSSE) or the Membership of the Royal College of Surgeons (MRCS), by Anthony J. Buzzard and Raja C. Bandaranayake remains a foundational resource. Originally published in 1991, this "Buzzard" question bank is renowned for its high yield of questions that frequently reappear in modern surgical exams. Core Features of the Buzzard MCQ Bank
Instead of simple lettered answers, the book provides short paragraphs explaining the topic being tested, which helps clarify the underlying surgical principles. Covers anatomy, physiology, and pathology with 50 MCQs
For the most effective preparation, use the Buzzard bank alongside these official and contemporary resources:
Many updated versions are bundled with additional MCQs on newer syllabus subjects such as surgical audit, ethics, and research. Recommended Revision Strategy Bandaranayake remains a foundational resource
Trainees have reported that approximately 20-30% of exam questions in certain sittings were familiar or directly from the Buzzard bank.
Digital PDF versions allow candidates to quickly search for specific terms (e.g., "anterior inferior cerebellar artery") during revision sessions. For the most effective preparation, use the Buzzard
Although the original print edition was released in 1991, the digital "buzzard bank" continues to be updated by surgical communities to stay relevant to current examination standards.
