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Finally, you’re done! You spent hours on Excel creating a study plan, and you’re letting out a sigh of relief. But your joy is short-lived: your professor adds another suggested book to your reviewing list, a friend insists a lecture…
The Internet has created unprecedented avenues for medical students and physicians to communicate rapidly, share information, and connect with countless individuals via a few clicks and keystrokes. Engaging on social media platforms not only supports personal expression, it empowers individuals…
Wait, so Step 2 CK matters? Yes, yes it does! I think by now, most medical students know USMLE Step 1 is a pass/fail exam. Thus, the primary objective measure on our application for residency is the USMLE Step 2…
As medical students, we strive not only to acquire knowledge and clinical skills but also to become compassionate and competent physicians. A great resource that can help us navigate this diverse set of challenges is mentorship. Mentors play a pivotal…
As medical students, we’ve all been there—buried under piles of books, drowning in information, and questioning our sanity. (Trust me, I’ve been through it, too.) Of course, staying motivated during this grueling process is the key to success. But how…
The second year of medical school (MS2) is an exciting time. Most students will have completed the more basic science courses like biochemistry and physiology and move on to more clinical material such as pathology and pharmacology. For this reason,…
The summer between the first (M1) and second (M2) years of medical school are important. It is most likely a medical student’s last true summer vacation, making it an ideal time to relax and have fun. However, it is also…
As a med school tutor, I often hear: “I perform well in clinics, but don’t do so great on exams.” “I’m just a bad test taker.” “I’ve never been good at standardized exams—they’re not for me.” “I get so nervous,…
That drive home after the USMLE Step 1 was a wonderful cocktail of emotions. I felt light, free, breezy, and unburdened. There was a theme of, “Thank goodness, I never have to go through this again.” While that was true…
When preparing for Step 2, it’s important to be strategic in how you do it. You’ll only need to use a handful of resources to adequately prepare for the exam, with your main resource being a Step 2 Qbank (or…