Kenntnisprüfung

An equivalency exam is conducted on the training content from the home country’s medical studies as part of the licensing procedure for foreign physicians. Doctors from other countries frequently have training that does not meet German requirements. As a result, these physicians are required to pass a medical knowledge test.
The knowledge test information is right here for you to peruse! So, for example, you’ll learn about the registration process, as well as how to conduct the Kenntnisprüfung and what to expect. As well as how to best prepare, you’ll discover which classes are the most beneficial.

What is the Kenntnisprüfung

The Kenntnisprüfung checks to see if foreign doctors have the same level of specialized knowledge as German doctors. As a benchmark, the material covered in the German course of study is employed. Internal medicine and surgery are the primary focus of the Kenntnisprüfung. On top of all of that, there are cross-disciplinary questions on everything from emergency medicine to radiation protection to imaging protocols.
A subject or cross-sectional area may also be specified in advance by the competent authority as pertinent to the examination. This process is frequently used when there are major disparities between German medical training and the applicant’s training.

Registration for the Kenntnisprüfung

Taking the Kenntnisprüfung is required if the equivalence test reveals any deficiencies. The applicant must make an express „application for the Kenntnisprüfung” to the relevant state or district administration in order to be admitted to the examination. Registration is not necessary, however, if the Kenntnisprüfung was imposed after the equivalency examination was completed by an appealable judgment. It’s also possible to take the Kenntnisprüfung before or after the Fachsprachenprüfung, depending on your schedule. Please be on the lookout for the due date for submitting the application form! A minimum of six months prior to the desired exam date is recommended for submitting your application online.

Costs of the Kenntnisprüfung

Depending on the federal state you live in, the Kenntnisprüfung will cost you differently. For example, in Saarland, they might be as low as 266 euros and as high as 1,100 euros.
It’s always best to double-check the current test fees with the appropriate authority before signing up, because charges are subject to change at any time.

Procedure of the Kenntnisprüfung

An oral-practical test with patient presentation is part of the Kenntnisprüfung. The test is usually done in a hospital or a clinic affiliated with a university.
a physical examination conducted by a doctor
The examinee examines a patient as part of a clinical examination. A medical member of the examination board oversees the examination. The exam will take between 30 and 45 minutes to complete. After that, the examinee creates a medical report that contains details about the patient’s medical history, diagnosis, and any alternate diagnoses (if applicable). Prognosis, treatment, and the case’s epicrisis are all discussed in detail in the doctor’s report. The test taker has a time limit of 30 minutes.
Examining orally in practice
A few days or hours after the clinical evaluation, you’ll have an oral-practical examination to follow up on your findings. This component of the test is usually given in a group setting, with each candidate getting up to 90 minutes of time. ‘Internal Medicine’ and ‘Surgery’ are the primary emphasis of the questions. On top of all of that, there are cross-disciplinary questions on everything from emergency medicine to radiation protection to imaging protocols.
3. the outcome
A physician who has completed the examination process will be told verbally whether or not he or she has passed by the examination board. The relevant district or state government sends a formal confirmation of the Kenntnisprüfung outcome.
The examination board is in charge of grading the Kenntnisprüfung. There is no grade given by the board of examiners. Simply put, it determines whether or not a physician has passed the test. If the examinee has the information and abilities required to practice medicine, including medical interviewing skills, then the examination is considered a success.

Contents of the Kenntnisprüfung

You must have the following knowledge and abilities in order to pass the test:
a working knowledge of: German Heilberufsgesetz and professional norms; therapeutic principles for the patient
on issues such as blood transfusions and transplantations, prescription of drugs and the Radiation Protection Ordinance, the German Criminal Code deals with issues such as intentional or negligent homicide or bodily injury, failure to render assistance, physician euthanasia and confidentiality in medical treatment.
Ability: Effectively communicate with patients.
usage of common medical terms with self-assurance and accuracy
the use of standard clinical examination procedures
Ensure that the patient’s medical history includes any relevant diseases.
composing letters to physicians
Organizing a series of useful diagnostic tests
the start of any essential treatments
Diagnostic equipment like ECGs and lab results must be correctly interpreted.

How often can the Kenntnisprüfung be repeated?

There is a two-time limit on the Kenntnisprüfung. If the physician fails the Kenntnisprüfung, the board of examiners recommends that he or she retakes the test as soon as possible. Aside from that, the board of examiners suggests further steps (such as a literature study) and literature.