My NZREX Journey

24/11/2016

My NZREX journey started in February 2016. I studied blindly since there is not enough information about the exam itself. I started by reading John Murtagh's, since some people advised me to do so.

After a month reading John Murtagh's for the second time, (I read this book for my AMC-MCQ preparation in the previous year), I was invited to an NZREX vibre group, which changed my journey into a success story. This vibre group connects some doctors who have passed NZREX and who are still preparing for the exam, to share experience and help each other to pass the exam. There are also regular classes organised through this group to discuss common cases in NZREX. I met some wonderful people in this group and joined a smaller study group which I think is crucial for anyone preparing for NZREX. (Please leave me a message if you want me to invite you to this group).

I started in a study group of three, which later grew to six people and we met two times a week for role-play. I enjoyed practising with this group and learned a lot from more senior doctors in our group and from those who have more experience about NZREX it self. However, after a few weeks I felt that the study pace was not suitable for me, since I was very new to the exam format and need more repetition than the others. Apart from that, I also started an observer-ship in a GP clinic, that made me so busy and I felt tired during the practice time. After a lot of consideration, I decided to take a break from the study group.

In April 2016 I met a surgeon from Fiji that was also sitting her NZREX in November 2016, so we decided to be study buddies. I organised our study plan for the next few months and aimed to finish a month before our exam.

My study plan

1 month of reading John Murtagh
5 weeks history taking practice (aim to finish in 8min/case)
2 weeks counseling practice (aim to finish in 8 min/case)
2 weeks physical exm practice (aim to finish in 8 min/case)
6 weeks of systematic study
Random cases as long as possible
Mock exam (4 weeks before the exam)
continue with random cases

(read more about my study plan here).

We met twice a week during history taking practice, and three times a week for physical examination and counceling, and only on Saturday during the systematic study.

I was delighted to receive my result at the end of Novenber and to know that my study buddy also passed the exam. At the moment, I am tutoring another doctor to help her to pass the exam.

Insight to NZREX

NZREX is an OSCE, it is similar to all other OSCE but somehow also very different. It is designed to test wheather you are ready to work in New Zealand as a house officer. Some overseas graduates found it very difficult, as they are not familiar with NZ medical system and culture.

You can practice OSCE like you are preparing for AMC clinical or USMLE step 2 CS, since the cases are quite similar. However, do familiarise your self with the NZREX format and with New Zealand culture since in NZREX the way you communicate with patients is very important. I found that doing an observer-ship is the most effective way to get insight to NZ cultur and to polish-up your communication skills.

The exam consists of 16 stations: four history taking stations, four counceling stations, four physical examination and four static stations. Since 2015 there are some integrated stations included in the exam, which means you need to prepare to perform a focus history taking, focus physical exam and conseling in one station. Time management is key to successfully completing these stations.

Time allocated for each station is 10 minutes with two minutes reading time in between stations. There is a 15 minutes toilet break after the 8th station, and drinking water is provided in static stations without extra time for water break. (More information about the exam format can be found on MCNZ website).

The only way to pass this exam is to prepare well. The preparation time required will depend on your medical knowledge, your communication skills and how familiar yourself to New Zealand medical system. (read a more complete tips for NZREX here ).

Thank you for reading my blog, I wish you well with your preparation. Do share your experiences, I would be happy to read them. If you want me to write in more detail about NZREX please let me know by writing a comment below.

Check out the list of high yield cases in NZREX history taking stations here.
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238 Comments

Laudi

26/1/2017 03:01:31 pm

Hi Imelda,

I am an overseas medical graduate and preparing for the NZREX which I will sit in March this year. Would you mind getting in touch so I could ask you some questions about the exam or could you help me to get in touch with other candidates/people who already passed the exam.

Many thanks!

Imelda

26/1/2017 04:10:02 pm

Hi Laudi,

Sure I will be happy to help. Have you had any study partner or group?

Kind regards,

Imelda

Priyank

6/8/2019 06:43:58 am

Hi Imelda,
I am 3rd year medical student and I want to pratice in new Zealand . I am very unsure about the process and regulations so please guide me what to do to fulfill my wish . And please join me in your Viber group if possible .

Thanking you .

13/4/2017 03:40:56 pm

Hi Laudi,

Congratulation on your recent success.

Would you be able to share your experience. You can email me using the contact form.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Sarjana

25/8/2017 11:39:00 pm

Hello doc.
Congratulationss on ur successful journey.
I want to sit for nzrex clinicals.i could really use some help from an expert. is it possible to contact u personally??

31/8/2017 06:03:01 pm

Hi Sarjana,

Thank you for reading my blog. I'm not an expert, just happy sharing my experience.

If you use the contact form, I will get your email address and I can reply from my personal email.

Kind regards,
Imelda

DR.Ahmad Hassan

2/2/2017 09:05:11 pm

Hello Imelda,
Thank you for this valuable information.
My question I have finished AMC MCQs and OET.
Is it possible to get a job in New Zealand or I have to sit for the clinical exam?

3/2/2017 03:14:33 pm

Hi DR. Ahmad Hassan,

Thank you for reading my blog post.

Congratulation on passing AMX-MCQ and OET. Unfortunately, if you want to work as a house officer (intern) toward registration as a medical doctor in NZ, you need to pass NZREX and at the moment it is quite difficult to secure a job after NZREX. As NZREX graduates are no longer included in the national matching system.

let me know if you have any other questions. I am happy to help.

Kind regards,

Imelda Hill

Paula

12/4/2018 06:51:48 pm

Is it advisable to take the NZREX if finding a job after is quite difficult? thank you!

Brekhna

22/2/2017 06:39:24 am

Hye! I'm an overseas medical student, final year.. I wanted to know what is the eligibilty criteria for NZREX..I have heard that I have to pass ielts then plab1 (or one of few other tests) then I can sit for NZREX.. Is it correct? Plus I wanted to know about specialization scope n process in NZ.. Congratulations for ur success.. Hope u have time to guide me too..

Imelda Hill

26/2/2017 10:25:20 pm

Hi Brekhna,

Thanks for reading my blog. The complete requirement can be found in New Zealand Medical Council website.

You do need to pass AMC-MCQ or USMLE 1 & 2 or PLAB, you also need to proof your English ability with academic IELTS or OET.

After NZREX you need to gain general scope registration by completing 2 years as a house officer. Then you apply for specialisation traning. The requirements are vary depend on the specialisation.

I write some usefull sites in my previouse post. Here is the link to it http://www.imeldahill.com/my-life/i-passed-the-australian-medical-council-exam.

I hope it's helpful 😉. Good luck with your final year.

Imelda

Tanziba

23/3/2021 12:45:22 pm

hello Imelda, is PLAB 1 is accepted for NZREX exam? thanks

Aleena

4/7/2021 02:34:43 am

Hy, I am aleena. Now I am doing final year of my MBBS in Armenia and i want to work in New Zealand. Can you please help to know about the registration process and examination details.

Thank you

Denielle

7/3/2017 10:32:21 am

Kia Ora! .. Hi Imelda :)

Congrats on your successful journey and thank you sooo much for taking the time to share and help others following the nzrex path.

I'm currently preparing for amc mcq and there after plan to do nzrex. I was wondering how long does it typically take to find a pgy1 post?

Thank you for all the helpful tips and info.

Denielle :)

7/3/2017 11:52:24 am

Kia Ora Denielle,

Thank you for reading my blog. Unfortunately, it is really hard to predict how long does it take from passing NZREX until you secure the PGY1 job.

It depends on when do you pass your exam, how many NZ medical schools new graduates at that time, where are you applying, and how is your approach to DHBs.

Some people get a job in few months, to a year, but some wait for a few year.

I am so sorry that I don't have a direct answer to your question. There is no guarantee that you can secure a PGY1 position after NZREX. All that you need to do just keep trying.

Good luck for your AMC-MCQ. Keep me posted about your result and your next plan, I would love to hear about it.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Richardo

19/3/2017 02:00:17 am

Hi Imelda,
It's great to be reading your life journey on your blog. I am glad that you are embarking to becoming registered as a doctor in NZ.

Have you managed to find a vacancy for PGY1 at the DHBs? I understand that it is extremely difficult for NZREX doctors to apply due to the discrimination in their ACE program. It will be great if you can probably share some light in your hunt for a PGY1 position.

19/3/2017 04:10:15 pm

Hi Richardo,

Thank you for reading my blog. Unfortunately, I have not found a PGY1 job yet. However I just been looking for about three months and the timing was not right as well as the New Zealand graduates just started they first run in November.

However, lately there are some DHBs that have an open PGY1 position for the next run, so there is a little bit hope here. I will definitely write more about it when I secure a job :).

How about yourself? Are you looking for a job as well or preparing for NZREX?

Kind regards,

Imelda Hill

20/2/2018 09:17:55 am

Hi Imedla ,

I decided to do plab 2 instead. I've passed ielts and plab 1 , then came to nz and realized its really difficult to get pgy1 posts after passing nzrex. Hopefully after UK experience it would be easier to get in.

All the best ,
Denielle

John

8/3/2017 04:40:23 pm

Hi Imelda,

Excellent post. Do you know if the viber group is still active? Being able to talk to people in a similar situation would be a big help.

Cheers,

8/3/2017 07:53:54 pm

Hi John,

Thank you.

Yes, the viber group is still active. PM me your number using the contact form, I'll add you to the group.

Cheers,
Imelda

Anchit

22/4/2022 04:58:33 am

Hi Imelda,
Hope I’m finding you in the best of time and health. How are you doing today?

Could you finally secure the PGY1 position in New Zealand? I’m certain you must have come a long way since it was 2017 back then.

I have a query here. Can we secure an internship position (the experience of which shall be very useful in clearing the NZREX) right after passing the AMC CAT MCQ in New Zealand? We can do this in Australia under limited registration pathway. Is that the case in New Zealand as well?

Could you please add me in the NZREX Viber Group? My number is (+91) 842-157-8902.

Thank you very much, Imelda. Please take care, stay fit and hope to see you soon!

Yours sincerely,
Best regards!

Shehani

2/5/2024 01:19:07 pm

Hello Dr looking for clinical observership position. Wondering if I could get touch with you via email or something to obtain more details

8/3/2017 08:32:20 pm

Many thanks Imelda. Will do.

nitesh

6/4/2017 09:29:19 pm

hi imelda,
i have done my specialisation in o&g from india. Want to know how do i go about giving nzrex.
thanks

7/4/2017 12:26:05 pm

Hi Nitesh,

Thanks for reading my blog. I am not sure about your question. Can you verify on what do you want to know?

If you have specialist qualification, you might be eligible for the vocational pathway, please contact the Medical Board of New Zealand directly to know your eligibility. Having said that, most people with specialisation still need to take NZREX.

As for NZREX, there are some requirements that can be found on the MCZN website. here is the link: https://www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-exam-nzrex-clinical/#Content-h2-2.

I hope this is helpful.

Kind regards,
Imelda

ava

7/4/2017 07:53:21 am

hello Imelda,
it was such an wondering sharing experience, which totally lights up a little hope for IMGs looking to work in NZ.
really appreciate the sharing :)
i have a question related to the observer-ship, how do you secure that? does that require you passing both AMC MCQ and NZREX or just the AMC MCQ? and how do you apply for it?

thanks!

cheers,
Ava

7/4/2017 12:34:21 pm

Hi Ava,

Thank you for reading my blog. At the moment observer-ship is reserved only for those who definitely will sit the NZREX or have passed the exam. So you will need the NXREZ acceptance letter or the NZREX result paper then contact the DHBs directly.

Good luck on finding the observer-ship.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Ava

9/4/2017 09:08:09 pm

Hi Imelda,
I see. Thanks for the info!
Also, would like to ask you from your own experience,
Would you recommend to find a lab job/hospital job (or any kind of job?) in NZ after passing AMC MCQ, to get used to the NZ culture in order to be more familiar with it and try to pass NZREX, or would that be a better idea to do it after passing NZREX while waiting for the match, or simply move to NZ only after getting the match after passing NZREX?

Thank you for your time!

Have a great weekend,
Kind regards,
Ava

10/4/2017 12:52:24 pm

Hi Ava,

Some people worked as researchers or phlebotomist while they were preparing for NZREX, however those are jobs that they already had prior to going down the NZREX pathway. It is very hard to get a job in medical area without any NZ experiences or qualifications. I was not successful to get a clinical job prior to my exam. The other problem is you will need to spare some of your study time to work. So I think if money is not the issue, it is better to focus your time for study. When you start studying you will realise that there are so many things that need to be read and practised.

I highly recommend to move to NZ a few months prior to your exam, and get an observer-ship in NZ hospital. There are some advantages from this. Firstly, you will get familiar with NZ culture and health system, secondly, you can put your observer-ship as a NZ clinical experience in your CV, and get a reference from the consultant. Lastly, you will be able to attend weekly class for NZREX in Auckland, and find study partner to practise. As I wrote in my experience, observer-ship is the best way to get familiar with NZ health system and to boost your communication skills.

Kind regards,
Imelda

10/4/2017 08:09:06 pm

i see.
is there a maximum limit of days that you can do for the observer-ship?

kind regards,
Ava

10/4/2017 09:24:12 pm

Hi Ava,

The maximum or minimum period of observer-ship is depend on the DHBs

10/4/2017 11:43:53 pm

hi Imelda,
understood.
thank you for your time.
good luck and all the best to you :)

kind regards,
Ava

Winson

10/4/2017 10:57:21 am

Hi Imelda.
Firstly congratulation on your success. I am IMG who just passed my AMC-MCQ in February. I am abit clueless as to how to prepare for the NZREX as there seems to be very few information on the internet. Do you mind linking me up to the NZREX Vibre group you mentioned? What other study material do you suggest apart from the ones we already used to prepare for amc mcq?
Thank you very much for your reply.

10/4/2017 12:58:43 pm

Hi Winson,

Thank you for reading my blog, and congratulation on passing your AMC. Please PM me your phone number using the contact form, so I can add you to the vibre group.

Yes, there is not much information about NZREX on the internet. That is why I shared my experience, I hope it can help people to start their preparation. I also made lists of high yield cases for NZREX that you can check out on my blog.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Zeyi Li

20/6/2017 09:36:52 am

Dear Imelda:

Thank you for your sharing and reply. I read all your blogs and they are great. I just wonder do you mind to sharing the website you were using when you preparing the exam?

11/7/2017 12:02:53 pm

Hi,

sorry for the late reply. I listed all the website that I use in my post above. find this sentence on my article above (read a more complete tips for NZREX here).
and click on the "here".

Good luck with your preparation.

Imelda

Ashwana

8/4/2018 03:10:38 am

can u please help me with amc mcq preparation

Sam

11/4/2017 12:19:40 am

Hi Imelda

Thank you very much for your post and help

do we have to apply for PGY1 only after we pass the NZREX, or if we have few years experience overseas , we are eligible for PGY2 and 3 ?
as you mentioned PGY1 is getting harder , so would 2 or 3 be easier ?

Kind Regards
Sam

13/4/2017 03:38:58 pm

Hi Sam,

NZREX graduates are viewed at the same level of New Zealand medical school fresh graduates. That is why we only able to apply for PGY1. However, if you have overseas post graduate experience in the Countries that comparable to New Zealand health system as mention in Medical Council website, then you do not need to sit NZREX and can apply directly as PGY2+.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Kunal

3/5/2017 04:36:43 pm

Hi

I am a Fijian medical graduate preparing for the June NZREX this year. I randomly came across your blog and I have to say that your experiences and tips are inspirational.

The links on high yield history taking and counseling stations are a great bonus to the preparations. It would be nice too to get a hold of the Viber group mentioned about.

Looking forward to more NZREX-related pieces and praying for a successful PGY1 hunt for you!

3/5/2017 05:08:34 pm

Bula vinaka Kunal,

Thank you for reading my blog. Send me your viber number using the contact form, I will gladly add you to the group.

Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

3/5/2017 07:03:13 pm

Bula again

I see you learnt a few Fijian words while at it! I've messaged you.

Thanks again in advance (Vinaka vakalevu)

Nasdit

7/5/2017 04:39:12 am

I would remain realy grateful if you could help me to join NZREX vibre group,

Thank you very much for your time and attention

Imeda

7/5/2017 10:23:54 am

Hi Nasdit,

No problems, just send me your vibre number using the contact form. I will gladly add you to the group.

Kind regards,
Imelda

nasdit

7/5/2017 04:41:35 am

I would immensely if you could help me to join NZREX vibre group
Thank you very much for your time and attention

sonia

11/5/2017 08:14:15 pm

hye Imelda,

Thank you for your lovely blog. I have finished my AMC mcq and my IELTS and am a permanent resident of Australia. I have been struggling to finish my AMC clinical and now thinking of NZREX clinical instead. Could you please guide me through the clinical exam and if there is any study group available that i could join? Thank you so much.

12/5/2017 09:26:19 am

Hi Sonia,

Thank you for reading my blog. There are some people in Australia that in the same position as you, so you might be able to form a study group with them.

As in New Zealand we connect trough the vibre group, I can add you to the group if you send me your number using the contact form.

I wrote more detail tips for NZREX and attached it on my blog post above. I am sorry that I can not link the page in the comment section, but look for this sentence (read a more complete tips for NZREX here) and click the 'here'. Fell free to check it out.

Also check my lists of high yield cases. I think, those articles will give you some ideas how to prepare for the exam. Good luck with your preparation!!

Please click the like button if you find my writing is useful as this will enable more people to find out about the post.

Kind regards,
Imelda

md nayeem

17/7/2018 08:57:04 pm

hi i am planning for NZREX so can you please add me on viber group here is my number 9032634123

8/1/2019 12:37:24 pm

Hi,

Tried to add, seems like your number not a viber number

Chin Elynn

19/5/2017 01:30:09 am

Hi Imelda,

First I would like to say thank you for sharing your experience in passing your NZREX, and congratulations once again!

I'm from Malaysia and just gotten a seat for NZREX clinical next year March. However, I'm starting to prepare now as I'm still on the Nov waitlist.

Is it possible to apply for an observership now even if I do not have a working visa? And could you please do me a favour by adding me into the Viber group ? Thank you so much !

P/s: Please do let us know more about the job situation now in NZ for foreigners like us. Thank you!

25/5/2017 10:52:56 am

Hi Elynn,

I am so sorry for the late reply. Please send me your viber number using the contact form, so I can add you to the group.

I am not sure about visa requirement for observership. I suggest you to contact immigration NZ for more information. As I suggest to other overseas candidates, working holiday visa might be the best option if you are eligible. It is worth to contact DHBs first, and when you get the official letter offering for observership you can apply for visa.

I got asked a lot about the job situation. It is a hard question as there are less job for NZREX graduates, so the competition is very high. So it will depend on each individual when they will get a job. There is no guarantee that you will get a job after passing the exam.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Odette

31/5/2017 02:56:07 pm

Hi Imelda, can you also add me in the viber study group? I will pm you my contact number. I am also thinking of doing my clinical observership as per your advice as soon as I get my NZREX confirmation letter. Thanks a lot!

31/5/2017 07:40:15 pm

Hi Odette,

Thank you for reading my blog. I have added you to the viber group.
Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

MD NAYEEM

17/7/2018 09:07:52 pm

hi imelda i have done my medical graduate this year so now i am planning for NZREX i want to know that aftrer passing NZREX can we proceed for higher studies like PG , like in US after passing USMLE step1,2,&CV, and matching we can proceed for PG in residency so is it same in NZ or different i will be thank full if you help me out

8/1/2019 12:27:50 pm

Hi Nayeem,

After NZREX you will need to work as a PGY1 and PGY2 or known as a house officer prior to join any training program for specialist.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Dina

7/6/2017 09:13:22 am

Hey Imelda,

thank you for sharing your experience! I am going to take NZREX in November 2017. Could you, please, add me to the viber group? My number +37529 233 24 79

12/10/2017 06:20:32 pm

Hi Dina,

I'm still not able to add your number it says your number not a valid viber number. sorry

Kind regards,
Imelda

Kumar

18/6/2017 09:11:38 pm

Hi Imelda,

Firstly, congratulations on your recent success and thank you for sharing valuable information.

I am an IMG and recently passed AMC MCQ. I would like to kick start my NZREX preparation and I would be grateful, If you can add me to the study group. Also, do you know of any hospitals in Auckland, that are currently providing observership?

Thanks a lot

Kind regards,

Kumar

sushma

22/6/2017 07:43:21 am

Hi Imelda,
I would like to join your viber gp if possible. My phone+61 416623416
Kind regards,
sushma

22/6/2017 09:47:03 am

Hi Sushma,

I tried to add you to the group but it seems like your number not a viber number. Please make a vibre account and I will try to add you again later.

Kind regards,
Imelda

imelda

11/7/2017 11:59:50 am

Hi Kumar,

I am sorry for the late reply, I think I missed your msg. Please send me your number trough the contact form, I will gladly add you to the group if you are not in yet.

As for observership, you can try Waitemata DHB (Waitakere and North Shore Hospital), and, Middlemore Hospital. It is harder to get observership position at the moment, just keep on applying.

Kind regards,

Imelda

SLdoc

22/6/2017 08:15:57 am

Dear Imelda,
This is an excellent blog. I'm a Doctor from sri lanka and planning to migrate to NZ and its very clear that I cant precise as a doctor in NZ immediately. So I'm planning to migrate as a student for a post Graduate diploma in medically relevant field( like public health )in a polytechnic.So i can get working visa for part times as well.During that stay, I'm going to prepare for AMC and NZREX to obtain the registration. I know you have a great experience on job market.
1) what is the best course to study for me to get a well paid job easily ? (it should be a medically relevant field)

2) Is it difficult for IMG who doesn't have a NZ registration, to find a medically relevant job until they pass the exams and get a full registration?

3) I'm also thinking of doing post graduate diplomain health siences, public health or Graduate Diploma in Addiction Alcohol & Drug Studies. Is it a good selection?

Please advice me
Thank you very much for your time and attention

22/6/2017 09:59:23 am

Hi doctor,

I think your plan is very good.

I am not familiar with current employment situation in NZ regarding other medical related fields. You might want to contact immigration NZ and the university to gain more information before you decide what to do.

There will be a major change in immigration policy in the near future, so you may want to familiarise your self with it. As for the university studies, not all subjects are offered to the international students. So your option will be limited because of these.

I am sorry that I can be more helpful.

Imelda

23/6/2017 12:07:19 am

Dear Imelda,
Thank you very much for your reply. I have read some posts regarding Intern placement shortage for IMG.

http://www.stuff.co.nz/auckland/local-news/auckland-city-harbour-news/9940944/Doctors-who-train-overseas-struggle-with-placement

1)is it actually happening still in 2017? or is it just a temporary phenomena ?I'm little bit confused about it.

2) If I have done a MD in medicine/surgery( some specialty) in my home-country, Do i still need to do both AMC and NZREX with internship to get the general registration?
thank you.
SLdoc

11/7/2017 12:13:37 pm

Hi,

It is more and more difficult to get position as first year house officer. If you have completed a specialist training and have experienced in your home country, try to contact the New Zealand Medical Council directly as you may be able to go via specialist pathway.

However most IMGs need to complete NZREX.

Kinda regards,
Imelda

David

2/8/2017 05:10:38 am

Hi Imelda,

One of the requirements for the NZ pathway 2 is that candidates
"have passed NZREX or an international registration examination approved by the Council as being of a comparable standard to NZREX and published on the Council’s website".

what exams are considered comparable standard to NZREX?
is USMLE Step 2 CS or Step 3 considered comparable?
how about Canadian NAC OSCE?

if we have passed any of these exams, would that make us exempt from NAZREX?

I would really appreciate your response.
Thanks

5/8/2017 11:13:12 am

Hi David,

the best to do is to visit medical council of New Zealand website and do their self assessment tool.

From my understanding this is what they consider as eligible for comparable pathway (copy and paste from the assessment tool):

1. have unrestricted registration/license for any of the countries listed below, and you have worked as a medical doctor for at least 3 of the last 4 years immediately prior to your application?
- Australia
- Austria
- Belgium
- Canada
- Czech Republic
- Denmark
- Finland
- France
- Germany
- Greece
- Iceland
- Israel
- Italy
- Norway
- Portugal
- Republic of Ireland
- Singapore
- Spain
- Sweden
- Switzerland
- The Netherlands
- United Kingdom
- United States of America

- you must have worked in a comparable system for 30 hours per week, for 33 of the last 48 months
- have full, unrestricted, registration to work in the comparable health system, and
- you have relevant and comparable experience to the position applied for in NZ

I hope this is clear.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Ahmed Ali

2/8/2017 10:24:03 am

wonderful blog, thank you very much Imelda

5/8/2017 11:14:17 am

Thank you Ahmed

Dr Saini

3/8/2017 11:49:03 pm

Hi Imelda,

Congratulations on your hard work and success! Could you please let me know how I can go about being invited to the group? I am taking the clinical exam in March 2018. I would greatly appreciate if you could guide me in the right direction. Thank you once again and may you be blessed with even more success in the future!

5/8/2017 11:16:47 am

Hi Saini,

Thank you for reading my blog. Send me you viber number using the contact form, I will gladly add you to the group. Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Claudia

6/8/2017 01:14:07 am

Hi Imelda,

Great blog, informative and hopeful.
I would really like to hear more about your experiences.
Also, if it's still possible, I would really like to be a part of the Viber group. I need some serious study :)
Last but not least, where could I find recalls and mock exams? I cannot seem to find any :(

Thank you in advance.

Kind regards,

Claudia

6/8/2017 11:13:50 am

Hi Claudia,

Thank you for reading my blog. I have added you to the viber group. You can ask people in the group if they have recalls. It is a great place to find a study partner as well if you have not have one yet.

Good luck with your preparation!!

Kind regards,
Imelda

6/8/2017 11:58:33 am

Thank you so much :)

Mohammad

9/9/2017 08:25:34 pm

Hi Imelda
First of all, I want to thank you for this amazing website. It is truly helpful for me in this pathway. I have booked the NZREX for March 2018 and I am studying in the Auckland these days.
Secondly, I have two questions:
1- I would be really thankful if you could add me to the viber group. My viber number is: +642102308960
2- I am confused with the clinical observership as I cannot find where to start? I have contacted some authorities in the Northshore hospital and the University of Auckland but it seems they do not know that much about these courses. Could you share your experience to find an observership please?
Best wishes with your registration journey and your life:)

10/9/2017 11:04:10 am

Hi Mohammad,

Thank you for reading my blog. I have added you to the viber group.

Regarding the observership, I contacted the DHB directly, for Auckland region Waitemata DHB is the easiest to get observership. However, they might have a long waiting list.

Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Kayley

10/9/2017 07:20:06 pm

He Imelda, congrats on passing your nzrex again! I'm so happy to come across your blog. I'm planning to sit for nzrex soon and I'm wondering how's the job situation over there for doctors who have successfully pass Nzrex? And how long did you have to wait before you get a job. Thanks!

Ps: I'm from Malaysia btw👋🏼😊

12/10/2017 06:40:32 pm

Hi Kayley,

I think I have answer you in FB. Is this the same Kayley?

Imelda

Kyaw Khine

24/9/2017 08:01:42 pm

Hello all,
Do I need to sit NZREX if I've already achieved AMC certificate?
Thanks

12/10/2017 06:37:24 pm

Hi Kyaw,

From what I understand, if you have worked in Australia for at least a year, you can come and work in NZ. However if you don't have any work experience after AMC clinical, you need to sit NZREX.

Kind regards,
Imelda

26/9/2017 07:24:29 am

Hi Imelda,

Congrats on passing the nzrex and a very big thank you for helping others along the way. Your blog is amazing!

Thank you for sharing your experiences.

I would like to join the Viber group if it's possible.

My number is +8615624383318

Sincerely ,
Denielle

30/1/2018 09:26:47 am

Hi Denielle,

Thank you for reading my blog. Sorry for the late reply as I was so busy lately. I have added you to the group a while ago, I hope you found it useful.

Kind regards,
Imelda

28/9/2017 01:29:09 am

Hi Imelda

I do have a question please regarding the job opportunities in NZ,

if someone passed the NZREX, what will be the chance to get a job, and what do you need to do?
I heard that if someone doesn't do observership in NZ, will be impossible to get a hospital position? is that true ?

How are you doing so far after passing your NZREX ? did you find a job?

Thank you for your help

12/10/2017 06:34:21 pm

Hi Sam,

After passing NZREX, one needs to apply for PGY1 position directly to DHBs. As a requirement you need to have three reference. It is easier to get a job after doing observership. But some people get a job without observership.

I'm still looking for a job, unfortunately no luck yet.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Ali

20/10/2017 07:19:21 pm

Hi imelda.
Thank you very much for your informative an comprehensive posts. Its a delight to find a blog thats uptodate and honest in every aspect. I Wish you best luck and hope you find your desired job very soon... I have question for you. About plab. If i pass plab 1 and "2" do i still need to sit in NZREX or amc2 to start internship in NZ or AUS?
And Since intern positions are hard to find and its now freaking me out a bit, could you please advise about this matter? Isnt there any area of need maybe or spots with more difficult conditions that made them available?...

20/10/2017 07:39:11 pm

Hi Ali,

Thank you for reading my blog and your kind wishes.
As far as I know you still need to do NZREX after Plab if you want to work in NZ. I am not so sure about Australia, you can check the Australian medical council website for information on this matter.

As for internship position, yes it is getting tougher to secure a job after NZREX, as we can only apply for PGY1 position, and has to compete with other NZ graduates. There are not enough PGY1 job every year for all NZ graduates and NZREX graduates, that's why the competition is so high. There is a recruitment system for NZ graduates, unfortunately NZREX doctors need to apply to the DHBs directly.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Raghav

26/10/2017 11:34:31 pm

Hi Imelda.
Great effort on your posts and thanks for the guidance. Some doubts that I have-which osce books would be the best?
any help with the recalls or just the topic preparation is the way to go for the exam?
insight into the static stations?
New Zealand health websites usefulness for the exam?
Could you please add me on the viber group number is +917340863750.thanks.

27/10/2017 09:58:09 am

Hi Raghav,

Thank you for reading my blog.
Any OSCE book will be helpful to give you ideas on how OSCE is conducted. I particularly like FIRST AID for USMLE step 2cs and Katarina Hurley's book. As for physical exam, I like watching video on youtube on geeky medic channel,add some examination from Talley and O'Connor, then I adapt the examination sequence so it's more suitable for me to finish in 8 min.

You can ask around about the recalls on viber group, to have an idea what the exam focus on, however as the exam is evolving you need to do more research on new managements and guidances on the topics.

I wrote some tips in separate page, you can find the link on my article above. There are some more tips on how to approach the stations on my 'Must Know List' blog posts.

Good luck with your preparation.

Imelda

Kamalpreet Singh

31/10/2017 04:20:30 am

Hey Imelda
I have just passed my Bachelors from India. I have no idea where and how to start my preparations for NXREX. Please guide through the procedure. Any kind help would be appreciated.
Thank you.

4/11/2017 08:09:54 pm

Hi Kamalpreet,

The best to start maybe to read the requirement for NZREX in New Zealand Medical Council website, then decide what path do you want to take.

All the best,
Imelda

Tim

9/11/2017 09:44:08 pm

Hi Imelda
Thanks for sharing your experience. It really help me a lot to have a idea about NZREX. I have passed OETand AMC-MCQ this year and want to sit NZREX next year. Can you please add me to the vibre group? My phone number is +64221330616. Thanks and Good luck with your PGY1 job hunting!!

Regards
Tim Fan

1/12/2017 02:18:36 pm

Hi Tim,

Thank you for reading my blog, and congratulation on passing OET and AMC. Sorry for the late reply as I have been very busy lately. However I have added you on to the viber group, I hope you find it helpful.

Good luck on your preparation for NZREX.

Kind regards,
Imelda

carla

14/11/2017 09:57:00 pm

Hi Imelda, Congratulations on your journey. I just recently passed my USMLE step 1 and step 2 ck. I did my observership in the United States. My first plan was there since my brother is already a doctor there. But i had a change of heart since my friend wanted to try New Zealand or Australia and I wanted to try New Zealand. I am from the Philippines and I'm really struggling on how to start. Do i have to be in New Zealand to start my journey? I know people who are trying NZREX already staying there in New Zealand. And can you please please add me to the viper group? thank you so much!

1/12/2017 02:25:20 pm

Hi Carla,

Thank you for reading my blog, and congratulation on passing USMLE. Sorry for the late reply as I have been very busy lately. Please send your phone number via the contact form so I can add you on to the viber group.

You don't need to be in NZ to prepare for NZREX, some people prepared overseas and they passed. However finding a study partner to practice for the exam is crucial. If you have no experience of NZ medical system and culture, it can be challenging to pass the exam, as communication is the main thing for NZREX.
However, I have put some blog posts to give you some ideas to start preparing. Feel free to check them out.

All the best with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Mitee

14/11/2017 10:44:44 pm

Hi Imedahill,

Is there anyways to contact you personally for some questions that I have encountered regarding preparing for the NZ REX!

I am sitting the exam in June and would like to get ahead of things and was wondering if I could get some help from you.

Please let me know how to get in touch with you.

Thanks,
Mitee

1/12/2017 02:27:04 pm

Hi Mitee,

Sorry for the late reply. You can contact me directly using the contact form on the website, as it will go straight to my personal email.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Rocky

20/11/2017 01:28:47 pm

Tena koe Imelda
Thank you for making this blog which helps many IMG's who wants information and can share info. Congratulations on passing NZREX and wish you all the very best to get an PGY1 position soon.

I have recently completed AMC part 1 and wish to write NZREX , I see that the dates are all booked till November 2018 and hope to write ASAP. Can you please add me to this Viber group . I live in Wellington , my number is 0223249230. Many thanks and all the best for your job hunt hope you get 1 soon.

Nga mihi nui
Rocky.

1/12/2017 02:31:51 pm

Tena koe Rocky,

Sorry for the late reply, but I have added ypou to the viber group a while back. I hope you found it helpful. There is a group of people who are in Wellington preparing for the exam, you might be able to join them.

Kind regards,
Imelda

4/12/2017 09:23:40 am

Thank you very much Imelda for adding me to the Viber group. Much appreciate it.

14/12/2017 04:43:35 am

hello, this is Ava :)
truly appreciate you sharing all the useful info here, its just amazing :)
one quick q,
does it matter if i apply for the NZREX after a couple of years after the graduation date?
or does it matter in any ways, that, if theres an gap year after i graduate and before i start my internship?

thanks in advance!
have a wonderful day!

kind regards,
Ava

14/12/2017 04:10:25 pm

Hi Ava,

Personally, I think it doesn't matter how many years after graduation you sit the NZREX, as NZREX is OSCE. I do think the more experience you have working with patient will be more useful for NZREX as it will make you more comfortable doing the exam.

Kind regards,
Imelda

15/12/2017 12:37:34 am

Hello Imelda,
I see, thanks!
You are awesome!

Good luck to you! And I truly hope I’ll be able to make it one day :D

Best regards,
Ava

Dean

17/1/2018 02:47:11 am

Hi Imelda ! Stumbled upon your wonderful blog whilst researching my - it seems poor - chance of employment after completing nzrx. I'm SA doc , still about to do AMC , then NZRX. Would really appreciate any advice , study tips , and insight you have on likelihood of IMG's realistically securing a job in nz .

Thanks !

18/1/2018 08:50:45 pm

Hi Dean,

The likelihood of getting a job after NZREX is very vary. Some people got job right after exam, some still looking after few years.

If you have specialisation and has work in South Africa for a while, you might be able to do specialisation pathway and needn't to sit AMC or NZREX. Please contact NZ medical council directly for more information and make sure you are on the right pathway.

Good luck.

Imelda

Rajneet kaur

17/1/2018 09:19:12 pm

Hi Imelda ! Thanku for ur wonderful blog and congratulations for ur success ,, i wnt to know Is there any benefit of job experience of 2 years as emergency medical officer in india to sit in NZREX

18/1/2018 09:15:09 pm

Hi Rajneed,

Thank you for reading my blog.

I guest it's depend on how similar is the way you treat your patient in India compare to New Zealand. Because in NZREX communication is the main thing, so if your approach your patients in India is similar to what they expect from you here in NZ, then yes, 2 years experience will be much benefit. On the other hand, if it so much different, then you may have slight difficulty to adjust and may need more time to practice for the exam.

In NZREX you are expected to show compassion, high degree of respect, clear and effective communication.

Kind regards,
Imelda

KUSH

19/1/2018 05:46:48 am

Hello Imelda,

Can you please add me to your viber group. My Number is +18592878693

30/1/2018 09:28:49 am

Hi Kush,

I have added you to the group. Hopefully you found it helpful.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Yash

28/1/2018 11:36:02 pm

Hello Imelda,
I am really confused about NZREX , please guide me through it.
Is it required to clear NZREX before applying for Doctor Of Medicine MD in any university of New Zealand ?
Because University of Auckland website doesn’t show any requirement about NZREX for applying for MD in their University .

Thank You,
Yash.

30/1/2018 09:37:21 am

Hi Yash,

NZREX is a clinical exam for International medical graduate who want to work in NZ towards registration. If you want to complete a degree in any university in NZ you don't need to sit NZREX.

Prior to sitting NZREX you have to:
- complete your medical degree in your home country at the university that listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools.
- Have passed one of the following within the last 5 years:
- Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board (PLAB) test Part 1
- Australian Medical Council MCQ
- United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Steps 1 and 2 (Clinical Knowledge).
- Fulfil the English ability requirement.

Complete information can be found on https://www.mcnz.org.nz/get-registered/registration-exam-nzrex-clinical/

I hope that clear up the confusion.

Kind regards,
Imelda

kirti

29/1/2018 12:52:56 am

hello!!!

Congratulations on your success!!
It will be great if you could help me out.
I am doing my internship in India at the moment.
I really want to do specialization in either internal medicine or obstetrics and gynecology.
Can you please tell me what should be done right after passing nzrex exam and how long can it take for getting into the program??

It will be really helpful.

Thank you..

kirti

30/1/2018 09:43:29 am

Hi Kirty,

After passing NZREX you need to apply for PGY1(post graduate year 1) position in New Zealand Hospital. After 2 years working as a house officer you can look up possibility to work as a registrar in any specialisation that you are interested in. Then fulfil all the requirements from any specialisation that you want to be in the training program.

Kind regards,
Imelda

KIRTY

13/2/2018 12:18:54 am

thank you so much for your guidance.
:)

Zia

9/2/2018 01:46:10 pm

Hi Imelda,

NZREX candidates are not part of ACE program. What are the chances to get JOB outside ACE. I heard it is difficult to get in big cities like Auckland. Is it easy to get first two years in Rural area ?

( any particular DHB which you can recommend ) .

Kind Regards,
Zia

13/2/2018 10:14:53 am

Hi Zia,

At the moment the chance is very thin, as all the position for PGY1 have been filled by NZREX graduates.

I think applying to all DHBs is the best approach, as you never know which one will have a vacancy in the future.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Jon

12/2/2018 09:03:41 pm

Hi Imelda,

Thanks for such an informative blog. I’ve been practicing in Australia for several years, and recently registered for both the AMC Clinicals and the NZREX. I obtained a ‘retest’ result for the Clinicals and am due for the NZREX in March 2018. I would like a feel of the NZREX, as I understand it’s a bit different from the AMC Clinicals. Could you kindly add me to the Viber group. My number is +61400746873. Many thanks.

13/2/2018 10:15:49 am

Hi Jon,

Just added you to the group. All the best with the preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

MAYAN

18/2/2018 10:48:29 pm

Hey
Its a great blog.
I want to now which rural DHB is easiest to get after clearing clinical exam for IMGS ?

21/2/2018 11:54:53 am

Hi Mayan,

Thank you for reading my blog.

It's all depend on which DHBs needing additional junior doctors during the year. All hospitals usually full after the 1st quarter intake which start in November. During the next 12 months there may be some empty slot as people for some personal's reasons quit their job or taking maternity or sick leave. This is when we actually have change to get a position in the hospital.

Kind regards,
Imelda

MAYAN BHATIA

23/2/2018 02:02:05 am

Thank you so much Imelda.
Please add me to your viber group. My no. is +918319682459

10/4/2018 04:17:29 pm

Hi Mayan,

Tried to add you to the vibre group, but your number not a valid vibre number. Please make a viber account and I will try to add you again.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Hallie

7/3/2018 07:16:42 pm

Hi Imelda, could you kindly add me to the viber group for NZREX? I will be doing the exam in November 2018 :) My number is +642108344630, thanks! :)

10/4/2018 04:14:58 pm

Hi Hallie,

Sorry for the late reply. I added you a while ago. I hope you find the group is helpful.

All the best for your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Paras

13/3/2018 11:52:45 pm

Hi Imelda. Please add me to the group. My no. 9634097977
Thanks

14/3/2018 02:40:47 pm

Hi Paras,

Tried to add you but it seems that your number not a registered viber number

Kind regards,
Imelda

Dr Aiswarya swabu

16/3/2018 10:04:19 pm

Hi imelda!

Thanks for such an awesome blog with so much info. :)

Can u pls add me to the vibre grp..
My contact is 0224325573.
Thanks a lot :)

10/4/2018 04:10:43 pm

Hi Aiswara,

Thank you for reading my blog. Tried to add you to the vibre group, but your number not a valid vibre number. Please make a viber account and I will try to add you again.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Jeyanthini

6/4/2018 09:17:39 pm

Hi thank you for your blog. Could you please add me to the Viber group? I am sitting for November NZREX. My contact number is +64275354482.

10/4/2018 04:12:52 pm

Hi, sorry for the late reply. I added you a while ago. I hope you find the group is helpful.

All the best for your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Yvonne

15/4/2018 11:33:58 pm

Dear Imelda,
I would like to ask if I could join a study group for nzrex. Please kindly instruct me how to do so.

Thank you very much.

BR,
Yvonne

11/5/2018 10:50:43 am

Hi Yvonne,

Thank you for reading my blog. Sorry for the late reply.
I can add you to the viber group if you flick me your viber number.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Anna

21/4/2018 03:23:00 pm

Hi Imelda.
Thank you for your post.
Can you add me in the viber group please +642108074080
Thanks a lot!!!!

11/5/2018 10:52:34 am

Hi Anna,

I added you a while ago. I hope you find it useful.
Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Jalal

21/4/2018 04:05:30 pm

Hi Dr
Could you please add me to the viber group please?
+284179985

22/4/2018 09:41:47 am

Hi again
I typed the number incorrectly, it should be +64284179985.

Thanks again

11/5/2018 10:53:48 am

Hi Jalal,

I added you a while ago. I hope you find it useful.
Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Shani

2/5/2018 02:00:02 pm

Could you please add me to viber group. 0064275522339

11/5/2018 10:55:22 am

Hi Shani,

I have added you to the group. I hope you find it useful.
Good luck with your preparation.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Kaushangi Patel

20/5/2018 09:38:20 pm

Hie Imelda
I am glad and appreciate your initiative regarding this blog. Kindly add me in your vibes group +639166682143

3/7/2018 09:15:52 pm

Hi Kaushangi,

Thank you for reading my blog. Unfortunately I have not been able to add more people to the group as it is full at the moment.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Alice

5/7/2018 12:14:42 pm

Hello Imelda,

Thank you for giving us this information. I know the group is full at the moment. Is it possible that this group will have some vacancies after the exams in September and November this year? Could you please kindly add me if some vacancies appear? My number is 0226540282.

Thank you very much!

Alice

8/1/2019 12:35:28 pm

Hi tried to add, your number is not a viber number. please make account with viber

8/1/2019 12:45:14 pm

Hi there,

Tried to add you but seem like your number not a vibre number

Divij Sharma

31/5/2018 08:38:15 pm

Hey Ms Imelda

A heartiest congratulation on your success as an IMG. You are leading the right path for us all who are going down the same line. I am Divij, and I have recently cleared my AMC MCQ examination and I'm in 2 minds whether to study for AMC clinical or NZREX. However I am extremely keen to working as a house officer in either of the countries to get familiar with the Medical education system there so that it is easier for me to pass the Clinical exams.
Do you mind adding me to the NZREX viber group. Also how do i apply for employement?

Thanks

3/7/2018 09:13:03 pm

Hi Diviji,

Thank you. Some people said NZREX is easier that AMC clinical. However getting a job in NZ is harder that Australia. You can apply for employment directly to DHBs when you pass the exam.

Thank you again for reading my blog. Unfortunately I have not been able to add more people to the group as it is full at the moment.

Kind regards,
Imelda

lucy Adeoye

4/6/2018 05:18:48 pm

Hi imelda.pls i am new to the nzrex examination pattern.i intend to attempt d exam next year.kindly add me to the viber group.my number is 0210842336

3/7/2018 09:09:07 pm

Hi Lucy, Thank you for reading my blog. Unfortunately I have not been able to add more people to the group as it is full at the moment.

Kind regards,
Imelda

8/1/2019 12:48:06 pm

Hi Lucy, tried to add, but your number nor a vibre number.

Dumindu Alwis

12/6/2018 04:17:22 pm

Hi Imelda,

Congratulations on your success. I’m planning to sit for NZREX next year. Can you please add me to your Viber group?
My number - +94772294832

3/7/2018 09:16:56 pm

Hi Dumindu,

Thank you for reading my blog. Unfortunately I have not been able to add more people to the group as it is full at the moment.

Kind regards,
Imelda

8/1/2019 12:52:16 pm

Hope you find the group helpful

Amarvir

13/6/2018 12:15:04 am

Hi imelda
I m indian graduate and work as a MO since 2 years in india .i want to work as a GP in newzealand kindly guide me what are the requirements to be fulfilled to work as a general physician in newzealand,, i will be very thankful to u

19/11/2018 09:29:02 pm

Hi Amarvir,

Thank you for reading my blog.

You might want to check New Zealand Medical Council website for complete requirement.

Basically you will need to pass NZREX and work as house officer to gain registration then apply for training program for any specialisation that you interested in.

Kind regards,

Imelda

8/1/2019 12:55:40 pm

Hi Madava,

Tried to add but seems like your number not a vibre number

Madava Gunawardena

15/6/2018 10:07:13 pm

Please addme to the viber group.
I am a general practitioner ;preparing for nzrex.
+94768590634
Best regards
Thank you.

19/6/2018 11:58:50 am

Hello Imelda,

Thank you for sharing your experience. I am going to take NZREX next year. Could you please add me to the Viber group? Thank you.

20/6/2018 10:15:41 am

Hello Imelda,

Thank you for sharing your experience. I am going to take NZREX next year. Could you please add me to the Viber group? I am sorry that I forget to put my number on in my previous post. It is +64226540282.

Thank you.

19/11/2018 09:22:06 pm

Hi Alice,

Thank you for reading my blog. I hope you find the viber group helpful.

Good luck with your exam.

Kind regards,

Imelda

jaini

1/8/2018 03:41:42 am

Hello Imelda.
Hope everything is going well with you and thank you for your replies and sharing your experience.

I was wondering if having a NZ citizenship would put you in a more advantageous spot when getting the PGY1 spot after NZREX.

Also is NZREX a pass or fail exam? or are there scores?

Thank you :)

19/11/2018 09:19:59 pm

Hi Jaini,

I believe that having NZ citizenship or PR will give you some advantages. As you do not need to deal with the immigration of NZ to get a working visa.

However there are non resident who manage to secure a job against the residents or citizens. So I can not make further comment regarding to this.

There is no score for NZREX if you pass. You will only be marked as competent. However they use scoring system to pass or fail you on the exam.

Kind regards,

Imelda Hill

Bharti

28/8/2018 06:42:33 pm

Hi Imelda
Congratulations to you for your success. I am applying for NZREX in March 2019. Could you
please help me with few of my doubts . Is it possible to contact you personally.

19/11/2018 09:14:38 pm

Hi Bharti,

Thank you.

How can I help you? If you email me trough the contact form it will be directed to my personal email.

Kind regards,

Imelda

Ammz

12/10/2018 03:58:13 am

I would remain realy grateful if you could help me to join NZREX vibre group,

Thank you very much for your time and attention. God bless you

19/11/2018 09:13:08 pm

Hi Ammz,

Flick me your number I will try to add you to the group.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Selena

21/10/2018 10:05:31 am

Hi ,
I am an IMG and cleared all the USMLE STEPS and have a year experience in United States as an intern/observer anesthesia. I have a specialisation in Anesthesia from my home country. I am preparing for NZREX. However, I will come under skilled visa category but what are the fair chances that I will get employment in NZ? Also if you have any offline study material , kindly forward it to [email protected] .
Thanks

19/11/2018 09:11:56 pm

Hi Selena,

I think with your experience in the States will make it slightly easier to get a job here in NZ. However there is no guarantee of getting a job.

I suggest you to ask your supervisors in the States to fill out the reference form that you can download from Auckland Doctors web site.

Get some observer experience in NZ as well, as you need to show that you have knowledge about NZ health system and Maori culture.

Kind regards,

Imelda Hill

Heba Husain

24/10/2018 02:56:18 am

Hey Imelda!

Congratulations on your inspiring journey! And thank you so much for having this comprehensive blog for those of us trying to navigate the pathway to practice medicine in NZ!

I’m a Sri Lankan doctor, currently practicing in Sri Lanka. I’ve done my AMC part one and also my IELTS and am palming to apply for the NZREX available next (March 2019 entry seems to full up so more likely June 2019.)

I’m most likely going to prepare while in SL until a few months before the exam so at the moment I’m looking for study partners and to connect with others studying for the NZREX, both for online study groups and to meet when I get to NZ, most likely Auckland.

I’ve read that the Viber group is full, but if any space opens up I’d love it if you could add me.

My number 0094778170712.

Thank you!

And good luck with you job hunt!

19/11/2018 09:05:28 pm

Hi Heba,

I saw that you have been added by other person into the viber group. I hope you find it helpful.

Good luck with your NZREX

Kind regards,

Imelda Hill

Heba

19/11/2018 09:29:19 pm

Thank you so much Imelda!

Crystal link

22/11/2018 12:23:47 am

Hi
I enjoyed reading your blog and I'll be grateful if you could add me into the whatsapp group so I could gain some insight on this test Thank you!
If not I would be grateful to ask you a few questions via email..Thank you!

Dr neeraj gautam

22/11/2018 06:30:18 am

Hi imelda ,

I found your article really helpful , i am international medical graduate from india , i have given step 1&2ck looking forward to give nzrex in nov 2019 , i will be grateful to you if you add me in nzrex viber group .
Contact no is +919711182832 and email id is [email protected].

8/1/2019 12:58:24 pm

Hi Neeraj,

Tried to add you but seems like your number not a vibre number

8/1/2019 08:30:55 pm

Hi , can you plz try once more . I have installed viber app .

leah

23/11/2018 03:01:59 am

hello,
Imelda ,congratulations firstly , i am in my last year of medical school and i would like to write AMC exam where can i get those useful books ?thank you

12/1/2019 12:11:00 pm

Hi Leah,

Books for AMC-MCQ? most of them can be order online via Australian Medical Council. Someone post a link on the comment section of my blog about AMC. The other books available on Amazon I think.

Kind regards,
Imelda

Dr mandeep kaur

21/12/2018 07:22:32 pm

Hi Imelda I m Dr from india. I m taking nzrex in Nov 2019. Will you pl ADD me to the Viber group my no is 91 7087513464.

Neeraj gautam

21/12/2018 09:00:06 pm

Hello i am also preparing for nzrex and will give my exam in nov 2019 , i am from delhi , if you need a study partner them plz let me know . Thank you.

8/1/2019 01:02:48 pm

Hi Mandeep,

Just added you to the group, hope you'll find it helpful

Kind regards,

Imelda

Mandeep Kaur

8/1/2019 07:39:42 pm

Thanks Imelda

Riham

30/1/2019 09:01:11 pm

Thank you for your advice and kind sharing your experience. Would you mind if you contact me with the NZREX Viber group. Thank you.

Maxin

10/2/2019 12:18:36 pm

Thank you for the information about NZREX. Do you think starting to study now to Nov is enough time?
How can I join the viber group? My number is +642041649350

Ravee Bhandari

18/4/2019 05:58:27 pm

Hello there ,
Thank you so much for sharing all these information.
Can i apply for observership and then apply from NZ itself for NZREX . How can i apply for observership ,

Vaishnavi Pera

30/4/2019 04:02:14 am

Hi Imelda,
Thanks for the information about NZREX.My question is how to apply for the clinical observership and should we pay any fee for it??

Thanks

John Nguyen

12/5/2019 10:54:26 am

Hi
I'm in Wellington, and I'm going to sit in the exam in Nov 2019. Would you please add me in the viber group, my number is 02108125971. Thank you so much

Roveena Feroz

21/5/2019 08:07:04 pm

please add me to viber group.Excellent blog.Thank you.

Laura Stephan

2/6/2019 05:44:52 pm

Hi Imelda! First let me thank you for all the posts about your journey. You are an inspiration.

I am an IMG from Brazil and I am going to sit the NZREX next Nov/19. I am looking for a study group or buddy in Wellington. Could you add me to the viber group? +64275241066! Cheers!

Suliana

6/6/2019 07:27:06 pm

Hi Imelda,

Am pretty new here and wanted to know where I could take USMLE here in New Zealand or AMC MCQ. Am pretty confused of the process presently.

Thank you for your time

Jaya tiwari

19/6/2019 10:01:32 pm

Hello dear.i am currently waiting for my oet result and planning to sit nzrex in june 2029.do you know any study groups for nzrex??

Gabriela

24/8/2019 08:44:09 pm

Hi Imelda! thank you for your tips and congrats on getting a house officer position!! I was wondering, do you where can I buy or download the RMO handbook to study for the NZREX?

Unim

27/8/2019 09:47:59 pm

Please add me to the Viber group +2348155591901

Prakalya RS

5/9/2019 03:15:08 pm

Please add me in the group

Prakalya Rs

5/9/2019 03:16:20 pm

Hi
Could you please add me in the viber group
My number :9710567895

Krishna

11/9/2019 08:33:59 pm

Hi Imelda,

I am Dr. from india.I have read your blog, congratulations for your achievement.
I m preparing for NZREX clinical
Can u plz add me in vibre grp?
Nd can u tell me how can i get observeship in NZ as i have done my graduation from india
Can i directly apply for my observeship in NZ?
Thnks

Utkarsh

24/9/2019 09:48:59 am

Dear Imelda

Please accept my sincere regards for the great help you are doing to many medical graduates by providing this platform regarding NZREX, an untamed, untraveled and less explored exam indeed.

I am an orthopedic surgeon from India, currently working in the Middle East... since my teenage, I wanted to settle down in NZ... and it hasn’t yet changed... I know it’s a distant dream... but I would like to fancy my chances...

I have cleared PLAB (2019) and USMLE (2007, though did not Go for US residency due to some family issues) - all in 1st attempt

I have booked and been granted to sit in NZREX clinical ... in June 2020...please guide me for the same and if possible, kindly share any link of study groups/online resource for the NZREX.

Thanks in Advance

Utkarsh

santhosh

14/9/2020 04:43:31 pm

Hi Utkarsh,

I am Dr Santhosh, an orthopaedic surgeon from India, currently working in India.

I need help in moving to new zealand

can you share your number?

Marie Cucueco

20/11/2019 05:16:38 pm

Hi. I would like to ask and clarify some things I read in the website.
After I sit and successfully pass the NZREX. I would have to look for DHBs/Clinics/Hospitals that would accept me for a position of PGY1? Is that right? Should i have to do it personally or can I apply for the position via email (as I am based in the Philippines as of the moment)?

Also, what part of the process does clinical observership enters? before NZREX or after? Thank you.

Hoping for your kind response.

Heidi

9/12/2019 12:13:46 pm

Hi Imelda,

I am very much interested in taking part in a study group as well as finding a suitable study partner, as you mentioned in your own example.
Is it possible to chat with you directly?

Thanks for sharing your experience,
Heidi

david silveira

9/12/2019 04:39:59 pm

Hey Imelda,
Id like to ask you for advice in sitting for the NZREX exams, could we chat directly. Please add me to the group or give me info on how i could contact the group. Thank you David.

Josefina

13/12/2019 11:47:46 pm

Can you add me in the viber group, pleaase 0272457301

Reem

14/12/2019 10:27:59 pm

Hi ,
I'm preparing for NZREX exam in october 2020 but I don't know from where to start can you please give me some advice and if possible add me to the viber group my no +9642041845796

Nima

17/1/2020 11:33:33 pm

Hi Imelda,
Thanks a lot for sharing your experiences, I want to know that we get salary during the observership?and would you please add me in your viber group?
+989151586305

Sadaf

9/3/2020 08:29:03 pm

Hi Imelda! So happy for your success and I love reading your blogs whenever I feel under confident .. is there a difference if I give plab 1 or Amc 1 as a per requisite for nzrex , I mean do they prefer one over another or it’s the same? Also can you kindly add me in the viber group?! +916005157577

Dr. Hassan Ibrahim

5/4/2020 04:15:16 pm

Hi Imelda,
Can you please add me to some sort of Viber/WhatsApp/Telegram link where I can get concise guideline on how to crack ( by what materials precisely ) . I have done Plab 1 very recently and practicing Plab2 part .

As well as , what is the average time a NZREX passer needs to wait for his first job ? ( I am trying to understand how saturated is the job field )
Thanks in advance .

sara

27/5/2020 12:47:51 pm

Hi Imelda,
Congrats and Thank you for sharing your journey. Reading your blog was very helpful. Could you please guide me as I am planning to sit AMC MCQ theory exam this year. Could you please add me to any study groups available or could you please give me your email so I can get in touch with you directly. Please I'm very desperate for some info regarding the exam.
Thanks
Kind Regards,
Sara

Divyangini Dhiman

29/6/2020 11:27:23 pm

Hi Imelda,
I am a dentist from India and recently came to New Zealand. I wanna practice dentistry here. I am currently working as a dental assistant in Wellington to get an insight of the dental practices here. Can you please hook me up with some more people who wish to give the NZDREX exam?

Thank you.

Simeon link

20/7/2020 03:43:37 am

Hello Imelda
I want to ask u,since the NZREX exam is only written 3 times a year and for 25 people at a time(so I read on another site)
What are my chances of getting to write as soon as I apply.

Prabu vivek

22/7/2020 03:35:20 am

Hi Imelda,
could you please add me to the viber group, i shall email the number after your reply.

best regards,
thank you!

SANTHOSH

14/9/2020 04:45:21 pm

Hi Imelda,

I am interested to move to new zealand and planning to write NZREX.

could you please add me to viber group??

14/9/2020 05:21:57 pm

My number is +91 9535200120

Dr. Utkarsh Shahi

14/9/2020 05:06:39 pm

Hi Imelda

It's really inspiring to read your journey and success story. I am an Indian orthopedic surgeon.. appearing for NZREX clinical in June 2021. (previously it was in June 2020, but it's been delayed due to COVID 19 restrictions).

Frankly speaking, I have no clue about NZREX as there are not many resources available. I have an extra experience of OSCE as I have cleared USMLE cs (century ago in 2007 😉)

I would sincerely appreciate if you could kindly provide me a link to some active study group for NZREX...

Thanks is advance

Santhosh

14/9/2020 05:24:08 pm

Hi Dr Utkarsh,

I don't have an access to viber group yet.

My number is +91 9535200120...

Can I have your number ?

Adam

10/1/2021 03:30:51 am

Where is the testing center for the NZREX exam?

Nayem Ahmed

18/10/2020 05:02:23 am

Hello sir, after completing mrcp(uk) what will be the path way to practice in New Zealand?? Please suggest me

10/12/2020 08:22:31 am

Hi can you please add me in the Buber/telegram group! +916005157577

RONAKH R

13/12/2020 10:18:03 pm

Hi. Pls add me to your Viber group. My number is +919994547422.

Thank you

Isaac Weber link

29/12/2020 08:09:38 am

Thanks for the poost

29/12/2020 09:11:16 am

Love

Litto John

31/12/2020 01:08:05 am

Hello Imelda,

I am planning on writing the NZREX in 2021, would you be able to add me to the group? My whatsapp number is +971502610247. Would really appreciate it, thanks!

Sama

10/1/2021 03:33:18 am

Please add me in WhatsApp group +91 88999 76151

Han

30/1/2021 12:44:29 am

Hi Imelda, is your viber group still active? If so I would be interested to join. Thank you for sharing such helpful information

Muhammad Usama Sarwar

11/2/2021 10:52:08 am

Congratulations On Passing NZREX.
PLEASE ADD ME TO THAT VIBER GROUP TOO MY NUMBER IS 0923214638838.
Please share your Study material with me.

Kyla

23/3/2021 02:32:56 pm

Hey, please add me to the viber group. Thanks

Kanna Goundar

28/5/2021 01:53:29 pm

Hi please add me to this group. Thanking you.

28/5/2021 04:15:07 pm

Please add me in viber. +916005157577

Yemi

7/9/2021 04:46:12 pm

Congrats on your pass. I'm hoping to do NZREX next year. Is it possible to send my phone number privately for Viber addition. Thank you

1/4/2022 11:52:08 pm

Plzzz add my number to viber group
91-7973144360

Thawdar

12/9/2022 03:25:46 am

Please add me NZREX viber group
+9592173771

Neha

30/11/2022 03:32:13 pm

Can you please add me to Nzrex viber group. Mob no. 0278979016

Aaron

8/2/2023 05:40:07 pm

Hello Imelda,
I hope your doing well.
Congratulations on your journey so far in New Zealand and thank you for making these blogs.
Is the Nzrex viber group still active and if so, kindly add me to the group. My number is, +919739573139.

Thank you

Inderpreet singh

3/6/2023 08:36:04 am

I m presently working as physician(MD Internal Medicine). I wish to practice in NewZealand. Could you add me in the group

Bevan Abrey

24/5/2024 02:21:32 am

Hi Imelda. I wasn't sure what to write in the above field "Website", so I've left that blank. I qualified in South Africa in 2003, and have worked mostly in General Practice and HIV/TB. I have joined family in NZ a week ago, on a visitor visa, which allows me to stay here till Sept 2025. I want to take the AMC MCQ this year and then NZREX next year in March. I don't belong to any group yet so I'm very interested in the vibre (viber?), plus I have some really basic 'starting out' questions about how to get the timing of all of this right. I'm sure you can offer very sound advice. I'm not sure how much prep time to give myself for AMC, and I need to try balance the first factor of giving myself enough time to get ready for the AMC MCQ with the other factor, ie not waiting too long to enrol for NZREX for March 2025. If I'm too late in applying for March 2025 NZREX, then I would have to take it in Sept 2025, which will make life complicated for me. It wouldn't suit me to take NZREX only in Sept next year as my visa will expire around that time. Therefore March is my big chance to pass NZREX, and still have around 5 or 6 months to get a PGY1 post in NZ by Sept 2025. This will be to avoid having to go back to SA. I hope I'm making sense, although you probably understand me perfectly! Anyway, I want to get all the facts in place and get advice from experienced people like yourself to avoid disappointment for myself. I am busy getting things in order to get my AMC exam place booked...I'm just not sure whether to book it for Aug 17th, or for the date after that, which is in September. I wrote the mock 50 question exam online recently and scored 25/50 for that, just to give you some idea of where I sit in terms of readiness...I guess its not a disastrous result, but certainly my knowledge needs some polishing. That should give you a reasonable idea of where I'm at...I look forward to hearing from you.

19/10/2024 10:42:25 am

Hi Bevan,

Sorry for the late reply. I only study for AMC for 4 months. It’s all depend on your study style.

Good luck.

Imelda

Bevan link

26/5/2024 03:51:12 am

Hi Imelda

My NZ mobile number is 029 02274517

19/10/2024 10:39:48 am

This is not a viber number.

26/9/2024 02:11:34 pm

Hope I’m finding you in the best of time and health. How are you doing today?

Could you finally secure the PGY1 position in New Zealand? I’m certain you must have come a long way since it was 2017 back then.

I have a query here. Can we secure an internship position (the experience of which shall be very useful in clearing the NZREX) right after passing the AMC CAT MCQ in New Zealand? We can do this in Australia under limited registration pathway. Is that the case in New Zealand as well?

Thank you very much, Imelda. Please take care, stay fit and hope to see you soon!

Yours sincerely,
Best regards!

19/10/2024 10:38:24 am

Hi Raghav,

Thank you for reading my blog. Yes, I secured a PGY21 position 1.5 years after passing my NZREX. As far as I know you still need to pass NZREX prior working as a doctor in NZ.

All the best.
Imelda

Kamatchi

18/10/2024 11:09:18 am

Hello Imelda,
I hope your doing well.
thank you for making these blog.
Is the Nzrex viber group still active and if so, kindly add me to the group. 06363003553

19/10/2024 10:35:29 am

Hi Kamatchi,
Thank you for reading my blog.
the number you have given is not a viber number. Please fill up the contact form with the correct number.

All the best.
Imelda

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