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Best USMLE Courses

The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is a crucial milestone for medical professionals aspiring to practice in the United States. To succeed, it is essential to have a well-structured preparation plan, access to the best resources, and expert guidance. With the right tools, you can confidently navigate the exam and move closer to achieving your dream medical career.

At USMLE Strike, we believe in empowering students with world-class preparation strategies and comprehensive learning materials. Our mission is to ensure that students have the resources and support needed to excel at every step of the USMLE.

What is USMLE?

The USMLE is a three-step examination designed to evaluate a medical student’s ability to apply medical knowledge, concepts, and principles to patient care. It tests not only theoretical knowledge but also practical skills required for independent medical practice. Below is an overview of the three steps:

Step 1: Focuses on the foundational sciences, such as anatomy, biochemistry, microbiology, pathology, and pharmacology. This step evaluates your understanding of key concepts that form the basis of medical practice.

Step 2:

Clinical Knowledge (CK): Tests your ability to apply medical knowledge in a clinical setting.

Clinical Skills (CS): Assesses your practical and interpersonal skills through simulated patient interactions.

Step 3: The final step evaluates your ability to manage patients independently, testing your competence in real-world medical scenarios.

Given the breadth and complexity of the exam, finding the right preparation strategy is essential. Choosing the best USMLE courses tailored to your needs can significantly enhance your chances of success.

Best USMLE Prep Courses and Resources

Effective preparation for the USMLE requires a combination of high-quality resources and expert guidance. Below are some key tools and resources that can help you excel at every stage of the exam:

1. Video Lectures

Video lectures are an excellent way to understand complex medical topics in a step-by-step manner. Platforms like Kaplan and Boards & Beyond are well-known for their comprehensive video content that simplifies challenging concepts.

2. Question Banks (Qbanks)

A robust Qbank is essential for practice and reinforcement. Tools like UWorld provide high-yield questions that closely mirror the exam format. These question banks include detailed explanations that help deepen your understanding.

3. Live Classes and Webinars

Interactive live sessions allow students to clarify doubts, learn from expert instructors, and engage in hands-on problem-solving. Webinars are especially helpful for discussing high-yield topics and tricky concepts.

4. Mock Exams

Simulated practice exams familiarize you with the test format and timing, helping you build confidence for the actual exam day.

These resources, when combined into a comprehensive course, provide a structured pathway to success.

How to Choose the Best USMLE Course?

Selecting the right USMLE course can seem overwhelming due to the abundance of options available. However, focusing on specific factors can simplify your decision-making process:

1. Assess Your Learning Style

Some students prefer video lectures, while others find Qbanks or study notes more effective. Choose a course that aligns with your preferred method of learning.

2. Address Weak Areas

Identify the subjects or topics where you need improvement and select a course that emphasizes those areas.

3. Trial Periods

Many platforms offer free trials or demo sessions. Use these to evaluate whether the course fits your needs.

4. Integrated Resources

The best courses bundle Qbanks, video lectures, mock exams, and study guides into a single package, ensuring comprehensive preparation.

Best USMLE Prep Courses: An Overview

Here are some popular USMLE prep courses and their standout features:

1. USMLE Strike

In-depth Video Lectures: Covers all high-yield topics in a simple and engaging manner.

Live and On-Demand Classes: Provides flexibility to learn at your own pace.

Robust Qbank: Includes a wide range of practice questions with detailed explanations.

Customized Learning Plans: Tailored to suit your schedule and target scores.

Affordable Packages: High-quality preparation materials at competitive prices.

2. UWorld

Known for its gold-standard Qbank, UWorld offers high-yield practice questions that simulate the actual exam.

Includes detailed answer explanations and performance tracking tools.

3. Becker USMLE Prep

Offers interactive and engaging course materials, with a strong emphasis on Step 1 preparation.

Provides personalized support and guidance.

Why Choose USMLE Strike?

At USMLE Strike, we are committed to providing students with the best resources and strategies for USMLE preparation. Below are some standout features of our courses:

1. Expert Faculty

Our instructors are seasoned professionals with years of experience in USMLE coaching. They provide insights, tips, and guidance to help you excel.

2. Comprehensive Learning Plans

We offer customized plans tailored to your schedule, strengths, and target scores.

3. Live and Recorded Sessions

Students have access to live webinars for real-time interaction and recorded classes for flexible learning.

4. High-Yield Materials

Our study materials focus on high-yield topics, ensuring you cover the most critical areas of the exam.

5. Affordable Pricing

We provide top-tier preparation resources at competitive prices, making quality education accessible to all.

Preparing for USMLE Step 1

Step 1 is often considered the most challenging part of the USMLE due to its focus on basic sciences. Here’s what an ideal Step 1 course should include:

High-Yield Topics: Subjects like pathology, pharmacology, and biochemistry are crucial for success.

Practice Exams: Simulated tests help you get comfortable with the exam format.

Interactive Q&A Sessions: Real-time doubt clarification with expert faculty enhances understanding.

At USMLE Strike, our Step 1 course is designed to help you master these fundamentals.

The Benefits of Online USMLE Coaching

Online coaching has revolutionized USMLE preparation, offering unparalleled flexibility and convenience. Here are some advantages:

Convenience: Study from anywhere without the need to commute.

Expert Instructors: Access top-notch faculty, regardless of your location.

Interactive Tools: Many online platforms include forums, quizzes, and Q&A sessions for a well-rounded learning experience.

USMLE Strike combines the best of online learning with comprehensive resources and expert support to help students succeed.

Essential Tools for USMLE Success

A successful USMLE preparation strategy includes the following tools:

Integrated Qbanks: Regular practice is essential, and Qbanks are the backbone of any study plan.

Video Lectures: Topic-wise explanations ensure a deep understanding of complex concepts.

Mock Exams: Simulated tests help you build confidence and identify weak areas.

Conclusion

Preparing for the USMLE is a journey that requires dedication, strategy, and access to the best resources. With platforms like USMLE Strike, you can streamline your preparation and achieve your dream of becoming a licensed medical professional. Our tailored learning plans, expert faculty, and comprehensive study materials provide everything you need to succeed. Don’t let the complexity of the USMLE deter you. With the right guidance and preparation, success is within your reach. Contact USMLE Strike today to start your journey and take one step closer to your medical aspirations! For more details visit  https://usmlestrike.com/best-usmle-courses/

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NExT 2

The NEXT 2 examination is designed to evaluate the readiness of a recent MBBS graduate to effectively manage and advise patients in real-life scenarios. It is confirmed that NEXT 2 will not be linked to the Medical PG process; rather, it will serve as a licentiate examination enabling individuals to independently practice medicine in India.

It is important to note that the following information is not based on any official announcement by the NMC. While not entirely speculative, there is a high likelihood that the details presented here will align with the actual exam format.

NEXT 2 Exam Pattern: The objective of the NEXT 2 exam suggests that the questions will focus on assessing the clinical skills of newly graduated MBBS professionals. This presents a few potential scenarios.

In the past, the USMLE included a section known as the USMLE Step 2 CS, which evaluated a physician's practical patient management skills. Although USMLE no longer includes this test, the format of questions in NEXT 2 may draw similarities from Step 2 CS.

In this setup, physicians interacted with individuals acting as patients. The doctor conducted an examination, made diagnostic inferences, proposed a treatment plan, and proceeded accordingly. This process was time-intensive, and it wouldn't be surprising if, similar to USMLE, the NEXT 2 exam spans over an 8-hour duration.

Given the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, real-life patient interactions may be limited. A potential adaptation could involve computer-simulated case studies, where doctors engage with virtual patients to diagnose and treat medical conditions.

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National Exit Test (NEXT)

The National Exit Test NEXT manifests a universally applicable dogma — there can be no compromise with quality standards in the medical profession.

Apparently, corruption was becoming rampant in the 88-year-old Medical Council of India MCI. There seemed to be evidence that the officials were earning illegitimately at various levels in a nexus with political leaders. Also, there was a lack of uniformity in adding new members to the medical fraternity. In short, while the foreign medical graduates had to undergo the MCI Screening Test, the doctors from Indian Medical Universities were exempt.

After much deliberation by the GOI, the National Medical Commission Bill came into force on September 25, 2020. It caused the dissolution of the MCI and the constitution of the National Medical Commission in its place. A very consequential step that the NMC took was the replacement of the MCI Screening Test with the National Exit Test NEXT.

NExT 1

Without a doubt, NEXT 1 will be the competitive entity among NEXT 1 & 2. It shall have two purposes — establishing that the aspirant is ready for internship & concluding whether he/she deserves to get a seat for medical PG. Reiterating, the former will merely need an aspirant to qualify, the latter will see cut-throat competition.

At the outset, we establish that the account given here is mostly based on speculation. However, our experts expect this is how its format will be, with inconsequential variations.

Exam Pattern

NEXT 1 Exam pattern will have to be one with MCQs like the erstwhile MCI Screening Test/FMGE. Also, like the FMGE, NEXT 1 will have questions from the 19 subjects in the MBBS curriculum. This is where the resemblance will end.

To begin with, this exam in 2023 will have questions from the revised version of the competency-based MBBS curriculum. This modified curriculum will generate a different pattern of questions as the core focus areas have shifted. To understand the new topic-wise outcomes, click here. (link to competency-based MBBS curriculum page)

NExT 2

The NEXT 2 exam will assess a fresh MBBS's preparedness to handle and advise patients in reality. For now, we can be sure that the NEXT 2 will have nothing to do with the Medical PG. After clearing, it will essentially be a licentiate exam, which one can start practising medicine in India independently.

The account below is not based on any official announcement of NMC but is not merely a speculation. There is a negligible probability that what we present here will not be.

NEXT 2 exam pattern

The purpose of the NEXT 2 exam indicates that the questions in the exam will test the clinical skills of a fresh MBBS. This generates a couple of possibilities.

There used to be a section in USMLE called the USMLE Step 2 CS that assessed the practical patient-handling skills of a doctor. USMLE no longer has that test; however, the kind of questions Step 2 CS presented to its candidates is one way in which the questions in NEXT 2 may come to you.

Ideally, in such a setup, the doctor interacted with a real person who posed as a patient. The doctor examined the patient, noted his/her inferences, suggested a line of treatment and moved on. This pattern is time-consuming, and it shouldn’t surprise if, like USMLE, the NEXT 2 also spans over 8 hours.

With the manifestation of COVID-19, people are understandably cautious, and interaction with real patients may not be feasible. An option with some probability of adaptation is a computer-simulated case study where a doctor meets a virtual patient and treats him/her.

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Tips for Fourth Year of Medical School

So at this point you’re so over Medical School am I right or am I right? But you have one tiny year left…well it’s actually the biggest year sort of kind of…Okay so Fourth year is when you apply for the residency of your dreams, enter the Match, go on the adventure that is interview season, Match day, then graduate with your MD and live happily ever after in residency and beyond.  With the current pandemic that is Covid-19 I’m not sure what fourth year will look like but my advice should still apply. Here are some tips below for scheduling your fourth-year electives, letters of recommendations and what is expected of you as a medical student at this level.

1. When scheduling your fourth-year electives it is advised that you front load rotations in the field you are applying to.  It shows interest in the field and you get more exposure in the field to add to the conversation on interviews because let’s be honest a 6-week core rotation is Psychiatry isn’t enough if you love it and are applying to that field. It also gives opportunity for an extra letter of recommendation if you did not receive enough (suggest 2 in your field of interest and 1 in another field in which you made a great impression). Aim to schedule a rotation 3 months before the rotation start date or as early as the hospital graduate medical education allows you. 2. For the months of September-December you should schedule rotations that are less demanding.  These months are high activity months for interviews (especially November).  If your schedule allows you to graduate on time and skip a month, you might even want to leave a month unscheduled (November or December) to do multiple interviews back to back.  I had rotations scheduled the entire interview season and was fine, but it was annoying having to tell my preceptor that I had an interview multiple times a week.  I was lucky enough to not receive much push-back, but I do know of classmates who weren’t as lucky and had to cancel or reschedule interviews due to this. 3. Unsure of what rotations to schedule in addition to ones in your field of interest? Pick anything you might want to learn that you weren’t exposed to yet- Dermatology, Radiology, PMN&R etc.  Don’t try to recreate a residency schedule by difficult picking rotations you think will prepare you for residency (i.e. 2 months of ICU) – nothing will prepare you but don’t worry…that’s what residency is for. 4. What is expected of a fourth-year medical student? You are expected to act like an intern…But you know nothing John Snow…Hysterical I know.  At this point in time you do not have any shelf exam lurking at the end of the rotation nor a near approaching USMLE Step exam (you should have taken Step 2CK and CS prior to fourth-year if applying for this year’s Match).  So, when you arrive at the hospital or the clinical site you are expected to work as if you’re receiving a paycheck (only you’re not).  There won’t be much to study daily, you’ll be focusing on putting your clinical skills to practice. 5. Timeline – The summer’s focus is on gathering all your letters of recommendations you requested from your preceptors during third year eons ago and writing your USMLE Step 2CK and CS. Take your business headshot for ERAS.  Buy your interview attire. September’s focus is on submitting your ERAS and all supporting documents as soon as the application is open. September-January is interview season. February your Rank Order List of all the programs you interviewed with and desire to go to is due. March is when you find out if and where you match. May or June is graduation depending on your school. I suggest you create a timeline you can easily access with all important dates of your interviews and when things pertaining to the match are due.  A nice app to store interview information such as date of interview and any notes you make is the NRMP Match prism app (it also has a list of important due dates). 6. Additional – Go to a conference or multiple conferences during third year through fourth year once you decide what specialty you’re interested in. You learn a lot about what the specialty offers in terms of career paths as well as get the opportunity to network at conferences.  Conferences are great conversation pieces during interviews.  Most conferences have discounted or free tickets for student attendees and often have scholarship opportunities as well. 7. Make a monthly budget with wiggle room for unexpected expenses that may come up. 8. Eat healthy, exercise and find time for your hobbies.  You get a lot of your free time back for fourth year since you don’t have to study – take advantage, you deserve this! 9. Don’t try to fit in – you are unique, and your dream program will want you for YOU. 10. Be kind to yourself and everyone around you.

*Tomorrow I’ll post everything I did in preparation for and during interview season.

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MBBS IN RUSSIA

In the rundown above, I attempted to entirety all the potential alternatives accessible. It is by all accounts overpowering from the outset, however in the wake of experiencing it cautiously, it would not be a hard to pick one.

I would by and by recommend USMLE as the best choice. After my MBBS, I too confronted a similar difficulty of picking the correct alternatives. My companions began planning for the MBBS IN RUSSIA from TOP COLLEGES, joined classes and test arrangement. In any case, I had various plans. I got the notes for USMLE and recordings and began my USMLE venture. Took some time at starting, as I had nobody to guide or work out. Gradually and relentlessly and with assistance of my seniors, I examined and passed USMLE stage 1 and 2 CK. Post that, I took USMLE CS in Philadelphia and go in first endeavor, got ECFMG guaranteed. The experience I had, caused me to comprehend the significance of high score in USMLEs and going in first endeavor and its impact to get a residency or partnership. I figure, formal preparing from expert foundation and their direction in ERAS application can be unquestionably be useful in getting into a residency program.

Passing USMLE gives you numerous chances. Maybe a couple of them are recorded underneath.

Apply for residency in USA.

Apply for association in USA.

Life time legitimacy of ECFMG endorsement.

USMLE stage 1 and stage 2 are substantial for NZREX Clinical.

DHA Dubai likewise remembers it to rehearse as general expert.

Acknowledged as an option to MCQEE in certain areas of Canada for residency applications.

Acknowledged by Australia Medical Council for option skillful pathway.

Some different nations which acknowledge USMLE are Qatar and Israel and Dubai human services city (DHCC).

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Hey Snarklings!

  Are you surprised that I’m still alive? I know I am (lols am I even relevant anymore?) Before I get into my whole MCAT prep strategy, I just wanted to say that I’m sorry for leaving you guys in the dust. I have been very stressed lately and I just felt like I was letting you guys down which was why I made a really hard (but spontaneous) decision on my academic career. Of course I cannot comment right now on what I did/planning to do, but an upcoming blog post would be up in the next couple of days to explain the whole grey area that I was stuck in. Okay, it’s time to put away the tissue boxes and dive into every pre-meds worse nightmare: The Medical College Admissions Test (MCAT)

Disclaimer: This is my method and it may or may not work for you, so please take it with a grain of salt because, the way that I learn may be different from you, but it is a good idea to see how others approach this scary test.

What is the MCAT?

In short, the MCAT is a standardized test taken on a computer program to measure a prospective medical student’s potential to succeed medical school. Think of it as foreshadow of one’s ability to do well on painstakingly long exams that are cut up into blocks: Since most of medical schools in the US and Canada require doctors in training to take many board exams that can be 8-9 hours long.

Another reason why the MCAT is administered is to see whether the applicant can use background knowledge of the subject (biochemistry, biology, chemistry, psychology/sociology, physics, critical reasoning skills, etc) and integrate with other sciences to synthesize and draw an objective answer to a novel/unknown situation. This makes the MCAT different from others standardized tests such as SAT or ACT since these tests are more on memory recall and regurgitation, while the MCAT is more on integration and application to unknown situations. Think of it like this, when a doctor walks into a patient’s room, they know some things (the knowledge they’ve been taught in med school) and there’s probably things that they don’t know about a patient’s health, but when a doctor integrates what he/she knows and connect it to the unknown they can solve problems.

  What is the MCAT tested on?

Since, one of the reasons why the MCAT is administered is to test your endurance on future medical school board exams such as: USMLE step 1, step 2 CK, step 2 CS, Step 3  if you are in the United States or the MCCEE, NAC, MCCQE part 1, MCCQE part 2 in (Canadian boards), and Comlex Level 1, Level 2CE, Level 2PE, Level 3 (Osteopathic med schools/DO). They do this by testing you on undergraduate courses and are broken down into 4 sections/blocks

Chemical and Physical Foundations of Biological Systems

Critical Analysis and Reasoning Skills (CARS)

Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems

Psychological, Social and Biological Foundations of Behaviour

  Prior to Taking the MCAT

I highly recommend taking the required courses before taking the MCAT. The AAMC recommends to take the following pre-med classes:

Introductory (first year) Biology (2 semesters/1 year)

Introductory/General Chemistry (2 semesters/1 year)

Organic chemistry (2 semesters/1 year)

Biochemistry (1 semester)

Introductory Physics (2 semesters/1 year)

Psychology (1 semester)

Sociology (1 semester)

Now I never took a sociology class and I am planning on taking physics in my upcoming (and last) school year of uni. But that doesn’t really matter since you can just self study for it.

  Resources?

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So MCAT prep cannot be MCAT prep without a good set of MCAT books for you to review on. Now, there are many MCAT companies out there and a lot of people are confused on which one they would get to the point that everyone keeps on asking the same question: What books are YOU using? Hey, are those books good? Listen, your success on the MCAT does not depend on what company that you choose to get your books from. Why? Because it is you and how well you reviewed and practice those questions on a DAILY BASIS. I know people who got into med school by using Kaplan, I know people who got rejected who used Kaplan, and the same goes for other prep companies such as The Princeton Review, Examkrackers, The Berkely Review, etc. It doesn’t matter. Just pick one and stick with one. Do not. I repeat. DO NOT BUY TWO BOOKS OF THE SAME SUBJECT BECAUSE YOU THINK THAT ONE COMPANY DOES A BETTER “JOB.’ Again, It is you who will determine your own success, not a book.

Now, for me, I was about to buy the Kaplan MCAT series but, my mother surpised me on my 21st birthday with the NextStep MCAT Content Review and Practice Passages. At first, I was bummed out but as I went along, I realized that the books are doing its job: Helping me review what I learned in undergrad (wipes tears away; literally every time I turn a page I get flashbacks). And the best part is: It was free since it was my birthday gift so I did not have to spend a dime.

When I found something that I did not fully understand or the book did not give me a detailed answer I usually used Khan Academy videos (There’s a whole section just for the MCAT with practice problems). Other videos/channels worth mentioning:

AK Lectures for biochemistry and general chemistry (his explanations for thermodynamics is so straight to the point, they’re super clutch)

The Organic Chemistry Tutor: MCAT Test Prep General Chemistry Review Study Guide Part 1 and MCAT General Chemistry Lectures Review Prep Part 2 – Equations & Practice Questions

Leah4SciMCAT for doing MCAT Math Without a Calculator and Amino Acids for MCAT/Biochem students. I also looked at Fischer Projections for MCAT Orgo and Biochemistry which helped so much since she sues fun mnemonics and straight to the point concepts that just makes the learning fun and easy.

Bozeman science for their anatomy and physiology sections for every organ system mentioned in the biology MCAT book. I also looked at a video or two from the AP chemistry, AP biology, and AP physics (which I remembered fondly back in high school and so I’m familiar with them thus, I didn’t look at every video but just ones that I had trouble with, ex: transcription vs translation.)

  My method for studying: I tend to study in rotations or two chapters of the same subject a day until completion. The image below is how that looks like in my mini day planner:

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Since I do not have a job nor am I in school during the summer I was able to study for 8 hours a day and found myself going through rotations quicker than I expected. Before I go to bed I reviewed what I learned and anything that I do not finished I would have to finish in the morning before starting a new rotation.

  Active Learning

So when I start a new chapter I use my metacognitive abilities: What do I know vs what do I don’t know.

Let’s take the endocrine system as an example. I know that the endocrine is invovled in hormone secretion and regulation of the metabolic oathways that maintains homeostasis. I know an example of this would be aldosterone (a steroid hormone) and vasopressin (a peptide) hormone helps regulate homeostasis by repsonding to low fluid levels and by increasing fluid retention. But what I do not know is how exactly they achieve this: thus when I’m studying that’s my goal or my purpose. I am learning to apply and find answers to my questions.

Every time a paragraph says something about a hormone I would turn it into a question and write the answer in my own words. Here’s an example on tropic versus non tropic hormones:

In orange I wrote the section of the chapter: Regulation

I wrote a capital Q for question and A for answer.

And sometimes I write a little flow chart for easy summary of what I learned

The reason why I used this system was for 3 reasons: (1) By writing out the section in a different colour, it acts as a study guide (you know with all the topics/questions pertaining to one part of the chapter for a test). (2) Turning the info in a paragraph into a question and answers makes it interactive and makes you think about what you are learning; sort of like flashcards. I would cover the answer portion with another piece of paper and just talk/aggressively whisper out the answer (the answer doesn’t have to be word by word but just similar to what it is). (3) When it is time for revision: Your notes are in a Q/A format or like test which is better than writing a bunch of notes and just passively looking over.

Here’s another one on the hypothalamus-anterior pituitary-adrenal cortex axis (HPA)

As you can see I love flow charts for sequential pathways and showing the cause and effects of each step (what increases or decreases, which hormone is involved, etc)

I will write a more detailed post on what I put into my MCAT notebooks and what I look for when reading or extracting information from the review books. So just hold on and be patient.

  Practice, Practice, Practice

Knowledge is power but practice makes perfect. Remember that the MCAT will not really test your ability to recall facts straight from the book; this is not a trivia show. It is your ability to apply known information (your MCAT content review) and integrate them with other information in an unknown situation (the MCAT passages). That’s why I like that my MCAT books have practice passages at the end of each chapter. I also bought extra practice passages from NextStep because they really do help me understand the content and the timing. If you do not have practice passages right now, go to the Khan academy MCAT section and there’s loads of them (but they are really easy though).

Also, I really enjoyed watching videos on YouTube on how to approach passages and seeing what other people’s strategies and methods are. I tend to integrate what others do with my own method, but everyone is different so just take it with a grain of salt. Here are a couple of my favorite Youtubers, one of which is actually my best friend.

Amanda and Rich Show: MCAT Biology Passage Breakdown

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 Biochemistry Tutorial 1 (Amino Acids) – CurveSetter Tutoring

CurveSetter: MCAT Biology/Biochemistry Passage Analysis (Acetylcholine) – CurveSetter MCAT Prep

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 Chemistry Tutorial 3 (Titration Passage) – CurveSetter Tutoring

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 Chemistry/Physics Selected MC 1 – CurveSetter Tutoring

CurveSetter: Electricity and Magnetism MCAT Physics Passage – CurveSetter MCAT Prep

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 Biology Tutorial 1 (Neuron Passage) – CurveSetter Tutoring

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 CARS Tutorial 1 (Passage) – CurveSetter Tutoring

CurveSetter: MCAT 2015 CARS Tutorial 1 (Questions) – CurveSetter Tutoring

SecondChance MCAT: MCAT Science Passage Breakdown #1

SecondChance MCAT: Full MCAT CARS Passage Breakdown (98% CARS Scorer)

Bless her Health: CARS WORKSHOP 08/24

Bless her Health: CARS WORKSHOP 08/28

  After going through a few passages or so, review your mistakes! Then again look up your Q/A notes and see where you went wrong. When you do this, you’re allocating your attention areas that need it. This really helped me retain information whilst, practicing applying concepts with other concepts. Another reason why, is that the questions on the MCAT are really different from your college classes. Again, you’re not regurgitating facts out, you’re applying what you know with what you don’t know by looking at superficial similarities and coming up with the best answer. Since this is a new skill, the only way to learn it is through practice.

I am planning on making a post about how I breakdown science and CARS passages as well so stay tuned.

Spaced Repetition Is Key

One of the keys to success for the MCAT is repetition for retention. If you do not review, you will forget it. That’s why I always made sure that after a section of a chapter I would look over what I had so far and really try to understand what I just learned and see how it relates to other chapters or to the other subjects in one way or another to get the BIG PICTURE. Then, before I go to sleep I will look over at the chapter again as a whole and annotate anything that I think needs more detail. Then the next day before starting a new chapter, I quickly look at all the previous chapters by talking aloud (or aggressively whispering if you’re around people, sorry to the girl at Starbucks who has to put up with my) and just make connections to it. Over time, I looked at all the previous chapters so much that I can recall many concepts.

Review while making your Q/A notes

review after making your Q/A notes

Look at your Q/A notes before you go to bed

Before starting a new chapter, look at all the previous Q/A notes to refresh your memory

1 day later look at your old Q/A notes then maybe 3 days later do it again

Congratulations, all the info you’ve mastered are now stored in your long term memory. It is permanent until you die (unless if you get amnesia).

  I hope this helps make up for my absence and don’t worry, I will post more on MCAT prep. So ciao for now, and stay flossy everyone.

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With dozens of exam-like cases, Kaplan's USMLE Step 2 CS Lecture Notes 2018-2019 gives you the guidance you need to excel on this "hands on" section of the boards.In USMLE Step 2 CS Lecture Notes 2018-2019, you'll get step-by-step advice on how to master essential patient care skills so you can complete all 12 of your cases efficiently. Time management is key on the CS exam, and our test-like cases help you get comfortable gathering patient information, performing physical examinations, and communicating findings so that you can ace the test.Essential Review30+ exam-like cases on frequently tested patient scenariosStrategies for articulating the differential diagnosis and ordering appropriate diagnostic studiesTechniques for mastering the standardized patient encounterTime-management strategies to help you get more points in less timeExpert GuidanceStep-by-step guidance for taking patient history and performing relevant physical exam maneuversAdvice for organizing the Patient Note

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There are other options outside of Kaplan for the USMLE, many offering online courses with associated phone apps and flexible schedules. There are actually so many more now than when I was studying that I couldn’t even start to name them. That said, I was too strapped for time and was a bit spooked by the price tags for a lot of these courses when I was studying, so I did not use any test prep courses for Step 1, 2, or 3. I bought the UWorld Qbanks each time, I got First Aid for Step 1 and split an additional Kaplan Qbank with a friend. For 2, I practiced clinical skill scenarios with a friend over a weekend using her First Aid prep book and for CS I used UWorld Qbank, the Kaplan book but not the video, and another book I’m blanking on. For Step 3, Qbank again supplemented with my program’s online access to Harrison’s, MedEdOnline videos (these saved me), busted out the Kaplan book again and occasionally looked over my old Step 1 notes.

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Even after spending 4-5 years of college and thousands of dollars on tuition and books, it is not guaranteed that you will crack Step 2 CS 1 on 1 Tutoring. No doubt, the USMLE exam requires immense hard work and is also one of the straightforward exams to study for.

If you are still looking for the best quality Step 2 CS 1 on 1 Tutoring or some helpful tips, then

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1. Learn to type – The latest step 2 CS, previously known as USMLE, is digital, and it requires to have computer competency with the ability to type quickly and efficiently. If you type slowly, then it could be difficult to complete the note in the 25 minutes allotted for each case.

2. Learn Focused Physicals – It is not necessary that all the patients with abdominal pain need a full neuro exam. For this reason, remember to keep your exams focused on the case and can save time that way.

3. Know the differentials – We recommend to keep up-to-date with the key buzzwords and trends for the prototypic cases, which is necessary to nail the diagnosis. In case they present a patient with RUQ pain in a fertile forty female who happens to be obese – and you know the right way is cholecystitis.

4. Be Humble and warm to the patient – It is important to remember that empathy is something cannot be taught in Step 2 CS 1 on 1 Tutoring, and many medical associations feel it is the listed inpatient encounters in the new generation and is something the boards want you to demonstrate to your patients.

5. Finally, practice – Out of all course, many offered by Step 2 CS 1 on 1 Tutoring center, allow you to practice real live case simulations. So, practice ensuring higher marks.

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