Diploma in HIV Medicine
Established 2002
The last 20 years has seen significant developments in our understanding of HIV
and in the management of this disease. There is a rapidly developing epidemic
in the developing world and treatment is becoming increasingly complex in the
developed world. In response to a perceived need from clinicians, and in consultation
with BHIVA and BASHH, the Society has instituted a Diploma in HIV Medicine. It
is also recognised that a significant number of HIV Medicine practitioners come
from a non-genitourinary medicine background and care has been taken to design
both the syllabus and examination to reflect only core knowledge in specialist
areas that all HIV physicians should be able to demonstrate.
The examination is designed for registered medical practitioners who have regular
clinical contact with HIV patients. This will include practitioners working in
gastroenterology, genitourinary medicine, infectious diseases, thoracic medicine
etc.
The syllabus covers all aspects of HIV in detail and is intended to demonstrate
a sound level of experience and competence for those at the culmination of their
Specialist Registrar training who wish to specialise in HIV Medicine.
To avoid disappointment, candidates are advised to apply for the examination
well in advance of the closing date for entries. The closing date is the final
date that a completed application can be considered for entry to the examination
but there is no guarantee that places will still be available at this date.
Examination documentation
Re-entry to the exam:
Request for special examination arrangements Form Q
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
The Society's Review and Appeal Procedure gives information about feedback, review
and appeal. Candidates who seek a review or appeal should note that there is a
fee payable, the amount of which is given the the relevant Guide to the Diploma,
including the Regulations and Syllabus.
Examination Review and Appeal Procedure
Useful links
BHIVA
BASHH
RSM Sexual Health & Reproductive Health Forum
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