Pediatrics

  • Duration: 3 Hours
  • Exam Code: PED5391
  • Number of Questions: 150
  • Passing Score: 70%

Exam Coverage:

  • Growth and Development, Adolescents, and Behavior.
  • Allergy, Immunology, and Infectious Diseases.
  • Respiratory Disorders.
  • Acute Care (ER, PICU, NICU).
  • Metabolic and Endocrine Disorders.
  • Cardiovascular Diseases.
  • Neurology
  • Renal and Musculoskeletal Disorders..
  • Hematology and Oncology.
  • Patient Safety.
  • Professionalism and Medical Ethics.

Recommended 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., Lippincott, Latest Edition.
  4. WHO Health Programs – World Health Organization Website.
  5. Professionalism and Ethics: Handbook for Residents – Practical Guide
     By Prof. James Ware, Dr. Abdulaziz Fahad Alkaabba, Dr. Ghaiath MA Hussein, Prof. Omar Hasan Kasule – SCFHS, Latest Edition.
  6. Essentials of Patient Safety – SCHS (Saudi Commission for Health Specialties), Latest Edition.