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I’m an MS1 in mid-tier school with P/F grades. I am remote at home with very little access to profs or mentors, with no US doctors in my family. I struggled initially cos I didn’t know what to expect, but got my study strategy in place and have been doing steadily better, though I am barely average for this sem. I am told our chances at good residency is shot cos school is mid-tier, is p/f for grades and USMLE is also now p/f. What should I focus on next sem and in MS2 to improve my chances? My MS2 mentor says focus everything on USMLE score, but it is p/f for my class of 2024.
What should I prioritize after studies? Research, paper publication, ECs (what kind), good relationship with profs or something else? I feel a bit lost and would appreciate guidance please.
I hope this also helps other MS1s in mid-tier or low-tier medical schools that worry about reduced opportunities due to USMLE Step 1 becoming P/F.
What should I prioritize after studies? Research, paper publication, ECs (what kind), good relationship with profs or something else? I feel a bit lost and would appreciate guidance please.
I hope this also helps other MS1s in mid-tier or low-tier medical schools that worry about reduced opportunities due to USMLE Step 1 becoming P/F.