qbank necessary for step 2?

[BatmanMD]

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I got crush, step 2 secrets, NMS, boards and wards, and mock exam by brochert (sp?).

Is this enough for step 2 or should I just suck it up and get qbank also. I just remember reading that qbank is ok for step 2, but not great. I already have ? books to do, so I'm kinda thinking about not doing qbank, but then again, it is qbank and everyone does it.

I dont know what to do. My test is scheduled ~ end of July, so I have lots of time, but I still also have rotations (easy days, no call,...).

What was everyones experience? worth it or not?

 

[musicman1991]

What is your goal? To break the test so you can make up for a less than stellar Step 1 Score to apply to a competitive specialty? Or to pass?

I did Q-bank and did not find it useful BUT I ended up with a good score. I don't think any question source I looked at was particularly useful, but maybe it reinforced something in there. The test is hard and the vignettes are long.

 

[BatmanMD]

I had an avg step 1 score, and want to get ~220-230. Nothing too spectacular, but a good score. I want an EM spot, soI'm not really too worried about the score, but I dont want to slack off either.