At a glance.
- Questions
- 13,867+
- Flashcards
- 5,873+
- Topics
- 444
- Exam parts
- 3
CMSA-aligned · updated release over release
Know the format.
Everything below is pulled from the official CMSA documentation for this certification.
- Issuing body
- College of Medicine of South Africa
Exam parts, one section at a time.
The content is organised to match the official CMSA exam structure, so every minute of prep maps back to what you’ll be tested on.
- 01
Primary Examination - FC Neurosurg(SA)
First stage of the Fellowship examination. Candidates must hold a post-internship qualification to practice medicine which has been registered or is registrable with the Health Professions Council of South Africa. No oral examination.
- 6,564
- Questions
- 2,816
- Flashcards
- 02
Intermediate Examination - FC Neurosurg(SA)
Second stage requiring 12 months of approved training in surgery (not including community service). Training must include minimum 6 months neurosurgery, 3 months ICU, and 3 months trauma/emergency surgery. Assesses principles of neurosurgery.
- 657
- Questions
- 283
- Flashcards
- 03
Final Examination - FC Neurosurg(SA)
Final Fellowship examination. Requires passing Primary and Intermediate, minimum 5 years qualified practice (excluding internship), and 48 months approved neurosurgical training with HPCSA registrar training number. Also requires completion of neurosurgical Portfolio and certification from Head of Department. The ROWLAND A KRYNAUW MEDAL is awarded for distinguished performance.
- 6,646
- Questions
- 2,774
- Flashcards
Other specialties.
Diploma in Allergology of the College of Family Physicians of South Africa
- 818+
- Questions
- 344+
- Cards
- 13
- Topics
Diploma in Anaesthetics of the College of Anaesthetists of South Africa
- 6,792+
- Questions
- 2,886+
- Cards
- 226
- Topics
Diploma in Child Health of the College of Paediatricians of South Africa
- 1,754+
- Questions
- 688+
- Cards
- 17
- Topics
Start your Fellowship of the College of Neurosurgeons of South Africa journey today.
Prepare for your FC Neurosurg(SA) certification with Lorraine’s adaptive learning engine.

