step 1

I know there are a few threads out there about this already, but some are pretty out of date. I just finished MS1 and have 8 weeks before MS2. My school is on an organ block system and we take Step 1 early. Tons of other threads say to not study and just enjoy your summer. I WANT to study. I...

Any idea on how accurate Firecracker's Comlex I and Step I practice exams and diagnostics are to the real thing?

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So I did a search but there didn't seem to be a lot of recent relevant info on this question. I am an incoming M1 and am trying to understand how to approach my general strategy for classes/boards. Correct me if I am wrong but traditionally, the curriculum would be all the normal...

In passing through multiple threads I've read that B&B is an excellent resource for filling in gaps in knowledge when preparing for step 1. My question is, are these videos such a good learning tool that they should be used alongside MS1 courses to learn the basic sciences and systems? Or, is...

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Hey Guys! I am offering my help in preparing students for STEP 1,2 CS+CK, and STEP 3. Also, I would be able to read over your personal statements and help with elective applications and in general anything to do with American Residency applications. My scores for STEP 1 and 2- 247 and 249. I...

Hey Guys! I am offering my help in preparing students for STEP 1,2 CS+CK, and STEP 3. Also, I would be able to read over your personal statements and help with elective applications and in general anything to do with American Residency applications. My scores for STEP 1 and 2- 247 and 249. I...

I took the exam last Tuesday (5/16), and I walked out of it in a semi-decent shape, feeling somewhat confidence I had at least passed. As days go by, I keep remembering questions and I can't stop myself from looking them up. So far I have about 12 incorrect answers (only from the few I remember)...

Hey guys recently took my step 1 and thought I would share my experience while it is still fresh in my head. STATS CBSE January 2017:188 CBSE April 2017: 243 NBME 17:238(curve is ridiculous) NBME 18: 256 NBME 19:250(curve yet again ridiculous but I got better at step I guess) Ill try my best...

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What is the allure of top-tier med schools as opposed to mid-tier/state schools? I've been doing a lot of thinking lately, especially in regards to my strange notion of having to go to the best possible medical school. I had it in my head that I needed to be at some top-tier medical school in...

So, I'm finding it too passive to just read FA cover-to-cover, but I keep finding sources that say this is the way to go. On the flip-side, I have used ANKI (Bros deck) and have loved it. Anyone have any thoughts on using USMLE-Rx Express Videos combo'd with ANKI in place of reading FA?

Hey guys, I'm coming to the last block of MS1 and have been doing well with out ever appreciably using Anki or firecracker but I want to add in something for spaced repetition so that I can make sure I retain everything over the summer and MS2. Does anyone have an opinion of whether I should...

Got my step score back--248. A little disappointed cuz my averages were in the 260s on NBMEs and 260+ on UWSAs. Don't get me wrong––still a great score, but was wondering how I can make myself competitive for a top tier ortho program. My dream is HSS but I'd be ecstatic with any of the Northeast...

Hi everyone! Hope some people get to read this post and offer some insight, I'm really distraught. This has been my progress so far: Baseline NBME 18 (November 2016): 196 NBME 13 (February 11, 2017): 213 NBME 16 (March 3, 2017) 221 Finished my first round of uWorld with 73% NBME 17 (March...

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Anybody used a tutor to prep for USMLE? I'm sure its pricey, but if you have the money to burn is it worth it? Any tutoring service that is particularly good?

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hey everyone. I am debating between a school who takes step1 after M3 or after M2. I was hoping someone could help me decipher which scenario is better... The school who takes step 1 after M3 for me is FIU The school who takes step 1 after M2 for me is MCG Now I know FIU's step 1 average is...

I made the mistake of doing Uworld earlier than I should have and unfortunately feel that I'm too familiar with the questions. I was hoping the community here could recommend the best Qbank for Step 1 apart from Uworld? Thanks in advance!

Hi all, I'm an incoming 1st year and am wondering how much I should plan to allocate towards resources for Step 1 and maybe some other notes or books and such for the first 2 years. It seems that everyone has different recommendations as to what sources are worth it and what aren't so I made a...

Hey guys, sorry if this was already posted but I couldn't it anywhere. SO I thought I would start the thread. I was wondering for people who did UWORLD BY SUBJECT what were your Qbank percents and actual step scores. I see all these correlations with UWORLD and STEP scores but I feel like...

So got my CBSE and got a 243. Got a 188 on the one 2 months before that. Was freaking out before the exam because I wasn't sure how much I actually knew. Still not sure its an accurate representation of my abilities because Ive only gone through like the first half of first aid and it felt like...

Hi, I am ending my second year at Med School and I found this system which actually helped me understand many of the classes. If I say it is perfect that would be a lie, for example, there could be some improvement in the Genetics lectures. However, overall it did help me endure second- year and...

Hello. I am in dire need for help in passing step 1. I have studied for months to no avail. I cant even pass an NBME and I am getting terrible scores. I am at a point where I dont know what to do. This is getting very stressful and demoralizing. If there is anybody willing to tutor or help me...

I'm currently a 3rd year IMG so I have another 2 years until I write my Step 1. I was planning on snailing my way now until I finish medical school and then into dedicated studying for 5 months. For starters, my basics are really not that great. Instead of reading the comprehensive books again...

A few weeks ago, I had the misfortune of missing an examination in my first year of Medical School. My alarm malfunctioned that night and somehow reset itself in the middle of the night. I could not prove to the school's administration that I had a malfunction with my alarm, but regardless I...

When I mean "study time", I mean the amount of time they allow you to take from when you first begin studying to when you have to take the exam. For example, let's say that med students typically begin studying on April, and the exam MUST be taken on May (then there is a 1 month allowed study...

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I have two wedding invites (the first: a month before test date and the second: 2 weeks before test date) from close friends in the month before step 1/complex. Wondering what others would do? I'm definitely not moving test dates up...not too much room to push them back either as I'm taking them...

I tried to edit it the most I can to not have it the same as written in the exam. Can someone please give me the answer but with explanations because I want to really understand why its one and not the other. For some reason when people explain it in forums its more easier than in medical terms...

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How would you suggest a third year MBBS IMG prepare for their Step 1? I'm almost done with third year. Fourth year consists of medicine, surgery, Gynaecology/Obstretics, orthopedics and pediatrics. How can I study for both step 1 and fourth year Effectively? I also have a year of internship I...

Hello SDNers, I was forced to take a long sabbatical due to a parent's death and ensuing personal challenges. While I did manage to finish all basic sciences and clinical coursework for my MD, however, I did not graduate officially and my USMLE Step 1 score expires this summer due to the ECFMG...

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Hello, I've heard that medical schools in China combine Bachelor's and MD degrees into 5 years. As an American high school senior who is fluent in Chinese, I'm wondering whether I should go there for college. I am planning to stay in the U.S. for residency and practice. Pros: -Saves money...

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