The MSRA is a one-size-fits-all approach to specialty job selection

Widespread use of the MSRA prioritises administrative convenience over testing candidates’ competence and suitability to a specialty, writes Azreen Afzal

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BMJ
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2026-09-15
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https://doi.org/10.1136/bmj-2026-100860
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Innovations in Medical Education
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The MSRA is a one-size-fits-all approach to specialty job selection

Azreen Afzal
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Innovations in Medical Education
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The MSRA is a one-size-fits-all approach to specialty job selection

Azreen Afzal
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Widespread use of the MSRA prioritises administrative convenience over testing candidates’ competence and suitability to a specialty, writes Azreen Afzal

BMJVol. 394
Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (GB)
Decent work and economic growth
Openalex Percentile: Top 9%
Innovations in Medical Education
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