Doctors Academy

This revision guide will provide a framework around which to base your revision for the DOHNS part 2 exam. It covers all pertinent topics in sufficient but succinct detail and will help you enhance your core background knowledge required to pass the exam. In addition to essential theory, the book also covers other relevant aspects such as oral and written communication skills, and instrument identification.

• The DOHNS Syllabus in relation to Part 2
SECTION ONE: Common Topics for the DOHNS Part 2
• The Ear
• The Nose
• The Mouth and Oropharynx
• The Larynx
• Other common DOHNS Head and Neck pathology
• The Thyroid
• Cranial Nerves
• Hearing and Balance
• Imaging
SECTION TWO: Communication Skills for the DOHNS Part 2
• Consent
• Information giving
• Operation note
• Discharge summary
• History taking
• Breaking bad news
SECTION THREE: Appendicies
• Procedures / Examination
• Instrument gallery
• Acknowledgements