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A 62-year-old active patient has end-stage painful hallux rigidus with marked loss of first metatarsophalangeal motion and dorsal osteophytes. Non-operative measures have failed. Which operation provides the most predictable pain relief while preserving push-off strength?

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1A surgeon passes both the written and oral parts of the EBOT examination pathway in 2026. Which credential is awarded after successful completion of both parts?
A.National specialist registration in trauma and orthopaedics
B.Fellow of the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology
C.Certificate of Basic Knowledge only
D.Automatic EFORT membership with consultant status
Explanation: Successful completion of both the written and oral parts leads to the FEBOT title. The EBOT examination is a European board examination and does not by itself grant national specialist status.
2For the 2026 EBOT Part 1 written examination, which delivery arrangement is correct?
A.It is held only in Madrid on the same week as the oral examination
B.It is a paper examination administered only by national orthopaedic societies
C.It is taken after Part 2 as a final confirmation test
D.It is delivered on 2 June 2026 through Pearson VUE test centres or fully proctored online
Explanation: The 2026 Part 1 written examination is scheduled for 2 June 2026 and may be taken at a Pearson VUE test centre or as a fully proctored online examination.
3Which description best matches the EBOT Part 1 written examination format?
A.100 Single Correct Answer multiple-choice questions over 3 hours
B.50 extended matching questions over 90 minutes
C.Five 30-minute oral stations assessed by two examiners each
D.A viva followed by a practical cadaveric skills assessment
Explanation: Part 1 consists of 100 Single Correct Answer MCQs and lasts 3 hours. The five 30-minute station structure applies to the Part 2 oral examination.
4Which subject grouping reflects the stated content areas of the EBOT Part 1 written examination?
A.Adult reconstruction, sports medicine, oncology, infection, and research methods
B.Trauma only, divided into upper limb, lower limb, spine, pelvis, and polytrauma
C.Upper Limb, Lower Limb, Spine, Paediatrics, and Basic Science
D.Basic science only, with clinical topics reserved for the oral examination
Explanation: The Part 1 written examination covers Upper Limb, Lower Limb, Spine, Paediatrics, and Basic Science.
5What is the required sequence for progressing through the EBOT examination pathway?
A.Candidates may sit Part 2 first and then complete Part 1 within two years
B.Candidates can receive FEBOT after Part 1 if they already hold a national training number
C.Candidates must pass Part 1 before proceeding to Part 2
D.Part 1 is optional for candidates who have published in trauma and orthopaedics
Explanation: Part 1 must be passed before a candidate can proceed to the Part 2 oral examination.
6A candidate passes EBOT Part 1 but has not yet taken the oral examination. Which document is associated with this stage?
A.Certificate of Basic Knowledge
B.Full national specialist qualification
C.FEBOT diploma
D.European consultant licence
Explanation: Successful Part 1 candidates receive a Certificate of Basic Knowledge. FEBOT is awarded only after successful completion of both written and oral parts.
7Which statement about the 2026 EBOT Part 2 oral examination is correct?
A.It is a 3-hour written paper held at Pearson VUE centres
B.It is an online-only oral examination with two 15-minute cases
C.It is available to trainees before they complete any national examination or full qualification certificate
D.It is held in Madrid in September 2026 and consists of five 30-minute sessions or stations
Explanation: The 2026 Part 2 oral examination is in Madrid in September and has five 30-minute sessions or stations. Trainees cannot take Part 2 until they have the required national exam or full qualification certificate.
8A European candidate registers for EBOT Part 1 in 2026. What is the stated Part 1 fee for this candidate category?
A.EUR 450
B.EUR 350
C.EUR 550
D.EUR 600
Explanation: The stated Part 1 fee is EUR 350 for European candidates. The higher Part 1 fees apply to specified non-European candidate categories.
9A non-European candidate who is working in Europe registers for EBOT Part 2 in 2026. What is the stated Part 2 fee for this category?
A.EUR 350
B.EUR 1200
C.EUR 450
D.EUR 600
Explanation: For Part 2, the stated fee is EUR 600 for European candidates and EUR 1200 for non-European candidates working in Europe.
10Which statement best describes the professional status conferred by EBOT certification?
A.EBOT is by itself equivalent to national specialist registration in every European country
B.EBOT is a medical school graduation examination administered by Pearson VUE alone
C.EBOT certification is awarded after the written paper even if the oral examination is not taken
D.EBOT is a specialist examination in trauma and orthopaedics administered through EBOT/EFORT/UEMS-linked structures, but it is not by itself national specialist status
Explanation: EBOT is a specialist examination in trauma and orthopaedics connected with EBOT/EFORT/UEMS structures. Passing it does not automatically confer national specialist status.

About the EBOT Exam

The EBOT Exam is a specialist examination in trauma and orthopaedics intended to assess broad orthopaedic and trauma knowledge and professional competence against the European curriculum.

Assessment

EBOT is a two-part specialist assessment in trauma and orthopaedics. Part 1 is a written Single Correct Answer MCQ exam. Part 2 is an oral examination with five stations: upper limb, lower limb, spine, paediatrics, and basic sciences related to orthopaedics, including biomechanics, statistics, audit methodology, and outcome-based medicine.

Time Limit

Part 1 lasts 3 hours. Part 2 consists of five 30-minute oral sessions.

Passing Score

EBOT states that a standard-setting process by experienced specialists sets the written pass mark. Candidates must pass Part 1 to proceed to Part 2. Current EBOT public pages reviewed do not publish a fixed numerical pass score.

Exam Fee

Part 1 Written Exam: EUR 350 for European citizens, EUR 450 for non-European candidates working in Europe or a UEMS-affiliated country, and EUR 550 for non-European candidates not working in Europe or a UEMS-affiliated country. Part 2 Oral Exam: EUR 600 for European citizens and EUR 1,200 for non-European citizens working in a European country. (European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology)

EBOT Exam Content Outline

Format

Part 1 SCA MCQ and Part 2 Oral Stations

A 100-question written Single Correct Answer MCQ exam followed, for successful eligible candidates, by five 30-minute oral stations.

Eligibility

Specialists, Final-Year Trainees, and Candidate Categories

Certified specialists, European final-year trainees for Part 1, and non-European specialists working in eligible European settings apply through route-specific documentation and EBOT review.

Core Content

Upper Limb, Lower Limb, Spine, Paediatrics, and Basic Science

The written and oral formats test the generality of orthopaedics and trauma across the European curriculum and the five oral-station subjects.

Trauma

Musculoskeletal Trauma and Complication Management

Initial resuscitation, limb fractures, joint injuries, spinal injury, pelvic fractures, tendon and nerve injuries, hand injuries, multiple injuries, shock, reconstructive surgery, rehabilitation, and complications.

Professional

FEBOT Title, Basic Knowledge Certificate, and Oral Resit Rules

Part 1 success gives a Certificate of Basic Knowledge. FEBOT follows successful completion of written and oral sections. EBOT publishes rules for oral resits and for retaking both sections after defined unsuccessful pathways.

How to Pass the EBOT Exam

What You Need to Know

  • Passing score: EBOT states that a standard-setting process by experienced specialists sets the written pass mark. Candidates must pass Part 1 to proceed to Part 2. Current EBOT public pages reviewed do not publish a fixed numerical pass score.
  • Assessment: EBOT is a two-part specialist assessment in trauma and orthopaedics. Part 1 is a written Single Correct Answer MCQ exam. Part 2 is an oral examination with five stations: upper limb, lower limb, spine, paediatrics, and basic sciences related to orthopaedics, including biomechanics, statistics, audit methodology, and outcome-based medicine.
  • Time limit: Part 1 lasts 3 hours. Part 2 consists of five 30-minute oral sessions.
  • Exam fee: Part 1 Written Exam: EUR 350 for European citizens, EUR 450 for non-European candidates working in Europe or a UEMS-affiliated country, and EUR 550 for non-European candidates not working in Europe or a UEMS-affiliated country. Part 2 Oral Exam: EUR 600 for European citizens and EUR 1,200 for non-European citizens working in a European country.

Keys to Passing

  • Complete 500+ practice questions
  • Score 80%+ consistently before scheduling
  • Focus on highest-weighted sections
  • Use our AI tutor for tough concepts

EBOT Study Tips from Top Performers

1Practise single-best-answer reasoning across all five EBOT content areas instead of revising only a subspecialty interest.
2Use oral-station practice to state diagnosis, classification, urgent risks, investigation plan, management options, complications, rehabilitation, and patient counselling concisely.
3For trauma, revise the pathway from resuscitation through definitive fixation or reconstruction to nonunion, infection, thromboembolism, and rehabilitation.
4Keep basic science active: implant biomechanics, fracture healing, bacteriology, antibiotics, imaging principles, statistics, audit, and outcome-based medicine are explicit EBOT scope items.
5For logistics, remember the sequence: Part 1 pass and Certificate of Basic Knowledge first, then Part 2 invitation for eligible candidates, and FEBOT only after successful completion of both sections.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is EBOT?

EBOT is the European Board of Orthopaedics and Traumatology specialist examination in trauma and orthopaedics. Successful completion of both written and oral sections leads to the FEBOT title.

What is the EBOT Part 1 format?

Part 1 is a written examination with 100 Single Correct Answer MCQs completed in 3 hours. It may be taken as an online proctored exam or onsite in European examination centres.

What is the EBOT Part 2 format?

Part 2 is an oral examination with five 30-minute sessions covering upper limb, lower limb, spine, paediatrics, and basic sciences related to orthopaedics.

Who can sit EBOT?

Eligibility depends on route. Certified specialists and final-year trainees in recognised European training schemes may apply for appropriate parts, while non-European specialists must satisfy work-location, qualification, and documentation requirements. Non-European candidates not working in Europe may be accepted for the written exam only under strict EBOT review and are not accepted for the oral exam.

How is the EBOT pass mark set?

EBOT states that experienced specialists perform standard setting for the written paper and that applicants must pass Part 1 to proceed to Part 2. Current public pages reviewed do not publish a fixed numerical pass mark.

Does FEBOT replace national specialist registration?

No. FEBOT is a European board fellowship title after successful completion of both EBOT sections. Candidates still need to satisfy their own national specialist qualification and registration requirements.