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General Surgery specialists qualify through the DHP Specialist Prometric Examination — a 150-MCQ computer-based test focusing on surgical vignettes and perioperative decision-making. Mandatory DataFlow PSV and credential evaluation apply. For Qatar-based residents, the QBMS offers a structured surgical training pathway with Part 1 and final examinations.
Pathway Snapshot
The specialist route is a single Prometric exam after DataFlow verification and DHP portal evaluation. The QBMS track spans residency years culminating in final written and clinical assessments.
Complete Journey (Specialist Route): Medical Graduation → DHP Portal & DataFlow PSV → DHP General Surgery Specialist Exam → Specialist Classification → Practice in Qatar.
Complete Journey (QBMS): Medical Graduation → QBMS Residency → Part 1 → Final Written + Final Clinical → QBMS Certification → Consultant Practice.
Requirements: formal postgraduate surgical qualification, minimum 2–3 years of post-specialty clinical experience, valid Good Standing Certificate, and mandatory DataFlow PSV.
Attempts: Applicants can sit for the qualifying exam for 5 consecutive times, whatever the gap between each attempt. (Source: Official DHP Qualifying Examination Page, 2026. This policy supersedes previous regulations, including QCHP Circular No. 23/2015.)
Purpose: Assesses clinical surgical knowledge through vignettes covering trauma, emergency surgery, and perioperative management.
Format: 150 clinical vignette MCQs, single best answer.
Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes).
Passing Score: 65%.
Delivery: Prometric CBT centre (SCHQ2).
High-Yield Content Domains: Gastrointestinal Surgery, Emergency Abdominal Surgery, Surgical Trauma & Critical Care, Perioperative Management, Breast & Endocrine, and Postoperative Complications.
What we offer
Full General Surgery specialist exam question bank, surgical vignette practice, flashcards, and mentorship, aligned to DHP requirements.
Start General Surgery Prep →The QBMS General Surgery program runs through a structured residency pathway. Program duration, PGY-level exam timing, and exact station format should be confirmed directly with QBMS. Based on the best available information:
QBMS exam fees are sponsored for active HMC and Sidra residents. Retake fees: Part 1 ~QAR 500, Final Written ~QAR 1,000, Final Clinical ~QAR 1,500 (confirm with QBMS).
What we offer
QBMS Part 1 and Final Written question banks, plus OSCE station walkthroughs and SOE case scenarios for the final clinical examination.
Start QBMS Prep →Specialist classification permits practice as a recognized General Surgeon in Qatar. Final license issuance occurs post-employment approval.
All figures below are approximate and based on best available information. Confirm all amounts directly with DHP, DataFlow, Prometric, and QBMS before relying on them.
| Item | Approx. Fee |
|---|---|
DataFlow PSV | ~$195 – $250 USD — confirm with DataFlow |
DHP Portal Evaluation | ~QAR 100 (~$100 USD) — confirm with DHP |
Prometric Exam Fee | $244 USD — confirm with Prometric |
Final License Issuance | ~QAR 1,000 – 1,500 — confirm with DHP |
QBMS Part 1 Retake | ~QAR 500 — confirm with QBMS |
QBMS Final Written Retake | ~QAR 1,000 — confirm with QBMS |
QBMS Final Clinical Retake | ~QAR 1,500 — confirm with QBMS |
Note on Fees: All fees are set by the DHP, DataFlow, Prometric, and QBMS and are subject to change. Figures shown are approximate 2026 rates. QBMS exam fees are sponsored for active HMC and Sidra residents. Always verify on the official portals.