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Semin Musculoskelet Radiol
DOI: 10.1055/s-0044-1793828
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European Diploma in Musculoskeletal Radiology: Written Part of the Exam

Marc-André Weber 
1   Institute of Diagnostic and Interventional Radiology, Pediatric Radiology and Neuroradiology, University Medical Centre Rostock, Rostock, Germany
,
Miraude Adriaensen 
2   Department of Medical Imaging, Zuyderland Medical Centre, Sittard-Geleen, Heerlen, Brunssum, Kerkrade, The Netherlands
,
Elena Drakonaki 
3   Department of Anatomy, University of Crete School of Medicine, Heraklion, Greece
4   Department of MSK Imaging, Diagnostic and Interventional Ultrasound Practice, Heraklion, Greece
,
Carlo Martinoli 
5   Department of Health Sciences, University of Genoa, Genova, Italy
,
Filip Vanhoenacker 
6   Department of Radiology, Antwerp University Hospital, Edegem, Belgium
7   Department of Radiology, AZ Sint-Maarten, Mechelen, Belgium
8   Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, Universities of Antwerp and Ghent, Belgium
,
Philip Robinson 
9   Radiology Department, Chapel Allerton Hospital, Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds, United Kingdom
,
Mitja Rupreht 
10   Radiology Department, University Medical Centre Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
11   Medical Faculty, University of Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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Abstract

The European Diploma in Musculoskeletal Radiology (EDiMSK) is a recognized European qualification of excellence for musculoskeletal (MSK) radiologists. The EDiMSK confirms proof of knowledge of MSK radiology, in addition to any national qualifications certifying competency. The examination is conducted in English and consists of both a written and an oral part. This article guides candidates taking the EDiMSK examination on how to prepare for the written exam that consists of 40 multiple-choice questions (MCQs). Information is provided on how the questions are structured and the candidate is scored. Ten MCQs representative of the written section of the EDiMSK are also presented.

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European Society of Musculoskeletal Radiology - diploma - European Diploma in Musculoskeletal Radiology - exam - multiple-choice questions


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04 December 2024

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