PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board)

The PLAB (Professional and Linguistic Assessments Board) test is an exam that international medical doctors must pass to work in the UK. It assesses their medical knowledge, clinical skills, and English language proficiency to ensure they can provide safe and effective healthcare. The exam includes written and practical parts, evaluating both their understanding of medicine and their ability to communicate with patients and colleagues. Passing the PLAB is a requirement for doctors who trained outside the UK or European Union, enabling them to register with the UK's General Medical Council and practice legally.