Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 Interview Course
Boost your chances of success at the 2025 Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 Interview with our comprehensive interview course
Written by Sachi Shah | Updated September 2025
What’s Covered
The Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 interview process is becoming increasingly competitive, with hundreds of candidates vying for a limited number of spots each year. Enhance your chances of success with our comprehensive Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 interview course, created by top-performing trainees. This quality-assured course combines essential knowledge, expert advice, and interview techniques to help you secure your ST3 position and preferred deanery.
Our course features five in-depth stations covering everything you need for the T&O ST3 interview: essential preparation tips, elective and emergency clinical knowledge, commitment to speciality, communication, prioritisation skills, and strategies to distinguish yourself from the competition. Most importantly, the course focuses on answer frameworks, enabling you to excel in any station you encounter.
Our course, updated for the 2025 interview, offers more topics and material than any other provider. Sign up now for instant access, and for even more practice, combine the course with our popular Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 Mock Interview below.
Suitable For
All doctors with an upcoming Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 interview or candidates wishing to prepare well in advance of the T&O National Selection process.
What You'll Learn
- New 2025 T&O interview updates
- Interview structure and key advice
- Essential T&O clinical knowledge
- Selling commitment to speciality
- Principles of trauma management
- Common & curveball clinical stations
- Effective communication frameworks
- Patient prioritisation strategies
Course Content
Introduction & Strategy
Introduction
Application Process
Eligibility Criteria
Vacancies
Application Timeline
Self Assessment
Interview Structure
Interview Preparation
Communication
Practice & Managing Nerves
Common Issues & Pitfalls
Clinical Station
Introduction
Strategy & Approach
Follow Up Questions
ATLS Approach
Answer Frameworks
Compartment Syndrome
Shoulder Dislocation
Ankle Fracture
Supracondylar
Neck Of Femur
Post-Operative TKR
Open Fracture
Pelvic Fracture
Septic Arthritis
Knee Dislocation
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Clavicle Fracture
Cauda Equina
Commitment To Speciality
Introduction
CAMP Framework
STAR Framework
Example Questions
Achievements
Poor Team Player
Audit
Leadership
Prioritisation
Key Strategies
Scenario 1
Scenario 2
Scenario 3
Scenario 4
Scenario 5
Scenario 6
Scenario 7
Scenario 8
Communication
Introduction
Consent Framework
Explanation Framework
Shoulder Consent
HIV
DNACPR
Intra-Op Complication
Breaking Bad News
Competence & Consent
TKR & Angry Patient
About The Author
Ms Sachi Shah
Quality Assured
This trauma & orthopaedics ST3 interview course has undergone thorough evaluation by a panel of experts to guarantee that the information presented is accurate, current, and aligned with expected interview standards. Course content is regularly reviewed and updated in response to user feedback.
Why Medset?
We’re an award-winning team of doctors committed to excellence in medical education. Since 2013, we’ve taught tens of thousands of students and healthcare professionals from around the world.
Not only do Medset provide practice questions, but we also teach applicants how to utilise effective answer frameworks, which prepare them for all parts of the interview process, ensuring a polished answer even when the interviewer asks an unexpected question.
Our courses are written by interview experts who ranked highly in their interviews and are passionate about providing the highest-quality educational content. So whether applying to specialist training, or developing your consultant practice, we’re here to support you at every stage of your career.
Trauma & Orthopaedics st3 interview Frequently Asked Questions
What interview techniques have Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 candidates found the most helpful?
Using online resources such as mock interviews and practice scenarios for Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 seems to be the most helpful to candidates. Medset’s interview bundle is full of relevant resources, including common & curveball clinical stations, Interview structure and key advice, and personalised, in-depth feedback from experienced tutors helping candidates like you prepare properly for the ST3 Orthopaedics interview.
How competitive is the trauma & orthopaedics ST3 interview?
The interview is highly competitive, with 2024 seeing a competition ratio of over 3 applicants for every post (3.18:1).
A successful interview requires applicants to submit a strong self-assessment application and perform well in the interview. The T&O ST3 interview is a single, online, multi-station format that assesses clinical knowledge, portfolio, and communication skills. Read more about our Trauma & Orthopaedics ST3 application 2025 guide.
Do I need to complete Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) or another course before my ST3 Orthopaedics interview?
Candidates must have completed an Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) course before their ST3 Orthopaedics interview.
How long do I get access for?
You’ll get instant access as soon as you sign up for 12 months.
What other courses may help me reach my career goals?
Medical Leadership and Management course – The Medset Medical Leadership and Management course is designed for any individual who wishes to develop their leadership skills within medicine. It’s fully accredited, and has flexible access, so you can work towards that leadership position at your own pace.
Advanced Communication – The advanced communication course is ideal for medical professionals who wish to enhance their skills in talking effectively with both colleagues and patients. Empathy, clarity, and conflict management are key aspects of this course, alongside handling difficult conversations. This course can be taken fully online at a pace that suits you.
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