EXMINT

In addition to ECMINT, which focuses on the theoretical basis for the full neurointerventional spectrum, ESMINT started EXMINT in 2018, a separate course dedicated to those physicians who want to perform only stroke treatment.

One EXMINT cycle comprises two 5-day courses, including lectures, small group tutorials, debates, and tests. The final examination will take place every September, prior to the annual ESMINT Congress in Nice, France.

The trailer of EXMINT 3.1

ESMINT offers a formal diploma that represents a prestigious qualification in stroke treatment.

European Diploma in Ischemic Stroke Intervention (EDSI)

The most recent offering of the examination for the European Diploma in Ischemic Stroke Intervention (EDSI), formerly known as the ESMINT Stroke Diploma, took place virtually using remote examination and invigilation software from Orzone, on 13th May 2022. The 2023 edition will take place at the same time of year in 2023.

For the virtual examination, candidates need to download, install and complete the set-up of the remote examination software in advance of the examination. 

Eligibility: In order to sit the examination for the European Diploma in Ischemic Stroke Intervention (EDSI), candidates need to have achieved an average pass mark of 60% in both EXMINT formal quizzes.

Registration: Registration is now closed. The fee is €250.

The deadline for registering for the exam was 18 April, 23.00 (CEST). Registration can be cancelled up until two weeks before the event with a 100% refund in the shape of a credit voucher to be used to take a future ESMINT examination.

Information about the European Diploma in Ischemic Stroke Intervention (EDSI) examination

The 2022 EDSI examination will consist solely of a written part in the shape of a 3-hour exam with 100 questions (each with 4 – 5 sub-questions.)

The exam is scheduled to start at 9 AM CEST (TBC) and will be divided into two 90-minute sessions with a short (10 or 15 min) break in between.

The candidates’ answers will be analyzed by Orzone in consultation with the ESMINT Examination Committee. The passmark will be set using a recognized standard-setting methodology such as Cohen. Candidates can expect to receive their results within 6 – 8 weeks of taking the examination.