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Keep these in mind as you prepare for the journey ahead!
I hope you have applied for your surgeon in training and you have your SIT number. NB: You will need a letter from your training institution that you've started residency.
I hope you have your MSSI certificate for Basic Surgical skills ready.
Remeber register for the revision course. It's a requirement for both exams.
I hope your logbook is filled and the certificates of training (both Ghana and West African Colleges) have been signed by the heads of the various units.
I hope your authentication form (WACS) has been signed.
I hope you know you can excel.
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