At a Glance
Who is it for?
iatroX:ICM trainees preparing for FFICM, or anaesthetics trainees who also need MRCP/MSRA.
TeachMeAnaesthetics:Anaesthetic trainees preparing for the Primary FRCA.
Why choose iatroX?
- **727 FFICM questions** with AI-adaptive learning (£99/year)
- Free MRCP, MSRA, and other core exam banks
- UKCA-marked, MHRA-registered medical device
Why choose TeachMeAnaesthetics?
- **1,100+ Primary FRCA SBA questions** covering physics, pharmacology, physiology, anatomy, statistics
- Part of the TeachMeSeries — trusted brand in medical education
- Written by UK anaesthetic trainees who passed the Primary FRCA
- Custom quiz builder with progress tracking by domain
- Podcast for Primary FRCA revision
- Affordable pricing, ad-free
Feature Comparison
| Capability | iatroX | TeachMeAnaesthetics |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Coverage | FFICM (no FRCA) | **Primary FRCA** (no FFICM) |
| Question Volume | 727 FFICM questions | 1,100+ Primary FRCA questions |
| Adaptive Learning | **Yes** — AI-adaptive + spaced repetition | Custom quiz builder with progress tracking |
In-Depth Analysis
Overview
TeachMeAnaesthetics is a Primary FRCA Q-bank from the TeachMeSeries, with 1,100+ SBA questions covering physics, pharmacology, physiology, anatomy, and statistics. iatroX covers the FFICM but not the FRCA — different exams for related but distinct specialties.
Dual ICM/anaesthetics trainees may use both: TeachMeAnaesthetics for Primary FRCA and iatroX for FFICM.
Public information as of 21 April 2026. Trademarks belong to their owners.
Use-Cases
Primary FRCA Preparation
When to choose iatroX
- Not the right tool. iatroX does not cover FRCA.
When to choose TeachMeAnaesthetics
- **Winner.** 1,100+ questions covering the entire Primary FRCA syllabus.
FFICM Preparation
When to choose iatroX
- **Winner.** 727 FFICM questions with AI-adaptive targeting.
When to choose TeachMeAnaesthetics
- No FFICM content.
Dual ICM/Anaesthetics Trainee
When to choose iatroX
- FFICM bank + free MRCP. Covers the ICM side.
When to choose TeachMeAnaesthetics
- Primary FRCA bank + podcast. Covers the anaesthetics side.
FAQs
- Does iatroX cover the FRCA?
- No. iatroX covers the FFICM. TeachMeAnaesthetics and Intensive Anaesthesia cover the FRCA.
- Is TeachMeAnaesthetics part of TeachMeAnatomy?
- They are both part of the TeachMeSeries family of medical education websites.