General Surgery

  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Exam Code: GES5171 (Note: the same code appears under other specialties—may need correction)
  • Number of Questions: 150
  • Passing Score: 65%

Exam Coverage:

  • Fluid and Electrolyte Management.
  • Shock
  • Sepsis and Surgical Infections.
  • Endocrine Surgery and Breast Surgery.
  • Upper Gastrointestinal Surgery.
  • Hepatobiliary Surgery.
  • Pancreatic and Splenic Surgery.
  • Colorectal and Perianal Conditions.
  • Hernias (all types).
  • Vascular Surgery.
  • Pediatric Surgery.
  • Skin and Soft Tissue Surgery.
  • Trauma and Surgical Critical Care.
  • Perioperative Care.
  • Patient Safety.
  • Professionalism and Medical Ethics.

Recommended References:

  1. Sabiston Textbook of Surgery, Latest Edition.
  2. Schwartz Textbook of Surgery, Latest Edition.
  3. Current Surgical Therapy – 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
    James Ware, Latest Edition.
  7. Essentials of Patient Safety, SCHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties), Latest Edition.