usmle

  1. Ismet

    BOTH Step I/Level 1 FAQs

    As the last FAQ thread hasn't been updated in 7 years and all the links are dead or very old, I thought I'd start a fresh one. This is a work in progress. If anyone would like to contribute, especially for COMLEX information, you are more than welcome to! Discussion Threads Official 2017...
  2. Polycherry

    USMLE The 7 year validity for USMLE scores

    If I give my Step1 this year(2016), the scores will be valid upto 2023. What does this mean? I know it is not for the application for a residency, but to finish the other steps, for ECFMG certification (I'm an IMG). So I have to finish all the other steps within these 7 years. So, does this...
  3. A

    USMLE Help! Exam in 2 months

    Guys please take the time out of ur day to help someone in very much need, please i will appreciate it so much. ive just taken nbme 15 today and got a 190. I attached my files please check them. I just dont understand what im doing wrong. I study about 9 hrs a day and these scores are really...
  4. I

    Transferring to US through USMLE?

    Hey guys! I've been studying medicine in Europe for 2 years and now I'm taking a skip year because of family reasons (my sister was told day becofe her graduation that she has a brain tumor so I opted to come home to stay with her.) and next spring my sister is applying to study in US and due...
  5. D

    12 Month USMLE Rx Step 1 Qmax Subscription

    I am selling my USMLE Rx Step 1 Qmax subscription, an important resource for Step 1 studying (and 2nd year medical school courses). The subscription ends on August 14th, 2017. I am selling it for $150 OBO. Contact me for more information!
  6. A

    Anki Bros deck question

    Hey! I just downloaded the Brosencephalon deck and am trying to start in on it, but all the sub-decks are a little overwhelming. If you've used it, or similar decks (with lots of topical subdecks), how exactly did you study? I don't know if I should: 1) Just go through the entire parent deck...
  7. M

    257 USMLE, 826 COMLEX, AMA

    Hello! I've had several people ask for my schedule, so I did a write up on tumblr. If there are any other questions feel free to shoot them my way Schedule in excel form is included at the end. Melmct2009.tumblr.com
  8. O

    Fluoroquinolones

    Based on the May 12th, 2015 FDA guidline :The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is advising that the serious side effects associated with fluoroquinolone antibacterial drugs generally outweigh the benefits for patients with sinusitis, bronchitis, and uncomplicated urinary tract infections...
  9. NYUyankeezfan

    ACGME IM Residencies - Step 2 CK

    I'm a DO med student. I scored a 223 on step 1, then a 240 on step 2 CK. I also scored super high on my COMLEX Level 2 (665). Question 1) How closely do programs look at step 2 if it's submitted on ERAS? Question 2) How many ACGME programs do you think take a good look at COMLEX? Thanks!
  10. B

    Private online tutoring for step 2 CK and CS

    I'm available for in-person (based in NYC) or online tutoring. I'm experienced in tutoring and have worked with a board prep company, reviewing large medical content. My rate is $25/hr only and negotiable.
  11. I

    Advertisement Tutoring by Harvard/Hopkins Faculty

    Looking for the very best tutors for MCAT, USMLE Step 1 or 2, CCSSA etc. Go to www.indoctorinate.com . Tap into the experience of two academic physicians who taught at Harvard, University of Chicago and Johns Hopkins medical school and get the results you need. Whether it is mapping out a...
  12. J

    BOTH 267 USMLE 758 COMLEX AMA

    Just finished up my round of step 1 exams and had pretty good results. Felt like I could help those of you about to begin your journey by offering some tips, as well as by answering any other questions I fail to address in my original post. Resources: Pathoma, Sketchy Micro, First Aid 2016...
  13. Future Docs

    USMLE/COMLEX Over 1,050 USMLE, COMLEX, NBME Questions Available

    Universal Notes continues to add new test questions each week to prepare you to excel on exams! Choose questions by discipline, system, and even topic to hone your knowledge base.
  14. psychdoc222

    USMLE Need some advice

    Would appreciate inputs on psychiatry programs that give more focus on psychotherapy.
  15. N

    Neurology chances as a DO

    Hey everyone. So I just got my USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX part 1 scores. USMLE= mid 230's and COMLEX=mid 660's. I'm planning to do more research (did quite a bit of neurology-related research between college and med school as well as prior to that). Do I have a reasonable shot at ACGME neurology...
  16. P

    Is there any score correlation for the "Free 120" ?

    For those who've received their scores, how did the 120 sample questions (updated 2016) on the USMLE site correlate to the real thing? What score range would 90% correct on those questions translate to, roughly? Also, did anyone else find those questions somewhat challenging compared to the...
  17. S

    Just got my board scores, i have no idea what they mean. Please help!

    Hello, Just got my USMLE and Step 1 scores back and they were: USMLE 218, COMLEX 559. Im a bit disappointed but I dont know what to make of them. Was around 230 on my NBMEs. What specialties am I competitive for? I was interested in Anesthesia, EM, or IM. Im assuming ill do the AOA match as my...
  18. D

    Step 1 in 60 days. Kindly advise.

    The nutshell version : I've been working in healthcare management for the last 3 years. I've taken some time off to take the Steps and try for Residency. There's been a huge gap since the last time that I examined a patient so, it will be slow going to cover the basics(I occasionally refer to...
  19. E

    Should Canadians do USMLE (Step 1)?

    Current MS1 in New York (I'm Canadian), planning to go to go back to Canada for residency - USMLE Necessary?
  20. E

    Worthwhile for Canadians to write USMLE (Step 1)?

    Current MS1 in New York (I'm Canadian), planning to go to go back to Canada for residency - USMLE Necessary?
  21. Caffeine Matters

    FIRECRACKER and iOS

    Does Firecracker work with Apple Ipad Pro?
  22. B

    Why hepatomegaly in Von Gierke?

    I understand how G6P being trapped leads to the other symptoms via pathway shunting, but why is there increased glycogen? Does G6P feedback to inhibit glycogenolysis? I don't think it'd be possible to shunt the G6P to glycogen synthesis since the hypoglycemia would lead to hormonal inhibition of...
  23. Caffeine Matters

    RESEARCH, how important during MS1-MS2

    k
  24. B

    Acute Disseminated Panencephalitis vs SSPE

    How do you distinguish between them? ADE: multifocal periventricular inflam & demyelination post measles, VZV, or smallpox/rabies vaccine SSPE: no Ab to M component => failure of clearance => inflammatory/demyelination/gliosis years later. Is the only difference the timeline (and that SSPE...
  25. E

    BOTH Master the Boards vs. First Aid Step 2 CK for studying for USMLE Step 2? (and COMLEX)

    Which book do you prefer and why? Thanks!
  26. D

    Hopkins Trained USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK Tutor

    Dear All, I am a seasoned USMLE Step 1 and 2CK tutor. I've been tutoring for 3 years now and myself achieved > 250 on Step 1 and Step 2CK. I am also an IMG and have trained at renowned institutions such as Hopkins and others. In teaching and training over a hundred students, I have developed a...
  27. S

    USMLE Study Material

    Hello, I'm with a company (I wont mention name) and we are building an online CME/CE system. I don't want this to be an advertisement really so I'll cut it short. I need feedback on our Android apps. We offer all three USMLE apps among 250 more. Again I don't want this to be an ad and...
  28. A

    Has anyone heard of Resident Medical Group tutors?

    Has anyone use Resident Medical Group (or Residents Medical Group) for Step 1 tutoring? If so did you find it helpful? They are super pricey but I was wondering if anyone found their tutors/methods helpful? Thanks!
  29. T

    Less than three weeks out of COMLEX. Month until USMLE. Do I take both?

    I'm a OMS-II in New York taking the COMLEX July 1st, scheduled to take the USMLE July 14th. I've been studying for both since March. I've completed UWorld once and almost done with COMBANK. I used UWorld to build a foundation and COMBANK to test memorizable facts. I've used FA, DIT, skimmed...
  30. arindian470

    USMLE P.A.S.S Program Advice Updated

    Wanted to give you guys an update on P.A.S.S(pass) program. I noticed an older post on her about Pass from 2012 thought I should add my 2 cents to this. I went to a Caribbean medical school, I completed Pass program about a month back in order to study for the NMBE comp exam. My course offered a...
  31. E

    USMLE Canadian Med Student Considering Step 1 - Couple questions

    Hi There, I am a Canadian Medical Student (just finished 2nd year) and am thinking about writing the USMLE Step1. I have heard (through the grapevine) that it is beneficial to have if you wish to do a fellowship in the US following residency. Q1) Can anyone verify if this is true? Q2) Is it...
  32. S

    USMLE Online tutor

    Hi All USMLE aspirants, I provide USMLE online tutoring services at nominal price for USMLE Step 1, Step 2 CK, Step 2 CS as well as consulting services for Interview preparation for B1/B2 visa, Residency application,interviews. First of all, congratulation to all USMLE aspirants who have...
  33. D

    Hopkins Trained USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK Tutor

    Dear All, I am a seasoned USMLE Step 1 and 2CK tutor. I've been tutoring for 3 years now and myself achieved > 250 on Step 1 and Step 2CK. I am also an IMG and have trained at renowned institutions such as Hopkins and others. In teaching and training over a hundred students, I have developed a...
  34. D

    General Question

    what happen if one dont pass USMLE? How many time can one allow to retake? how often are exams? Just asking for assistance
  35. C

    US Match dilemma

    Hey guys, I’m in a bit of a dilemma with regards to applying to the US residency match. I am a Canadian IMG that graduated in the past month from a reputable medical school in Ireland. However, I have no clinical/research experience in the states, but I have done 1 family med and 1 surgery...
  36. L

    Anxious about starting school/low MCAT

    Hi everyone, So I've been fortunate enough to have been accepted into a good DO school and start later this year. After graduating and having a bit of time before school starts, I've had more time to worry about school haha. I'm very excited and am ready to start, but I'm also worried about...
  37. YLFounder

    Step 1 Studying During First Year?

    Hi everyone, I'll be entering medical school this fall and I was wondering what you would advise to study during the first year for Step 1. I realized during the time I was studying for the MCAT that had I had those books around during my core science classes, I would have understood the...
  38. D

    kaplan step 2 ck on demand

    Hello, Has anyone recently used kaplan videos for step 2 ck? have they updated them since 2010 ? Thanks!
  39. R

    From Surgery in France, planning on pathology in US.

    Graduated at 2012, from gulf country med school, accredited by ECFMG, Finished USMLE step 1, 230, Step 2 CS, in 2013 only Step 2 CK remain which will be done in the end of this year. I have experience of général surgery in france for about one year and half. residency was hard, the prospect of...
  40. T

    Should I take Step 1?

    Before everyone says "of course you should" I think my background is kind of important. I'm a 2nd year student that's in the bottom quarter of my class. I did pretty well first year (around average) but had some family issues happen during second year, which eventually caused me to fail a class...
Top