I would recommend an extension of 3- 4 weeks before sitting for the exam. Your NBME performance indicates that there is some foundational work you still need to do before taking your actual exam. However, that work may be in just a few key areas that were difficult for you or not covered well in your curriculum. Continue reading
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Q & A: Unhappy Triad of the Knee
The term ‘unhappy triad’ (or ‘terrible triad’, or O’Donoghue triad) has been applied to both clusters of injuries, classically due to a lateral blow to the knee while the foot is planted on the ground. Continue reading
Med Student Q&A - USMLE Step 1 Score Correlations
This question comes from Mandeep, a 2012 med student at SHSU:
"How is 88/148 score on the usmle cd 2011 correlated to the actual step 1 score. Is it in the passing range or should i be worried..."
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Med Student Q&A - Take a Year to Improve Record
This question comes from a class of 2012 med student:
I failed my USMLE Step 1 but passed my COMLEX in the 33rd percentile. I am interested in pursuing GI, Anesthesia, or Ophthalmology. I know for...
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Med Student Q&A - Interview Scheduling
This question comes from Andy, a med student from SGU's class of 2011: Is there any particular method to scheduling interviews? For example, is it more beneficial to ...
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