How can you integrate studying for classes and board exams? This is a common question from medical students. One plan does not fit every student. The best approach is to come up with a plan that takes into consideration several things including; your performance in medical school thus far, your learning style, your test-taking skills based on past scores, and an NBME self-assessment (if you have already completed this). We will give you general advice, but you should tailor this plan to your learning style, background, and abilities. Continue reading
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Which NBME Practice Exam Forms Should You Take for Your USMLE Step 1, Step 2, Step 3 and Clerkship
Below is a complete list of all forms available this year for the USMLE NBME self-assessment and practice exams for USMLE Step 1, Step 2, and Step 3 offered by the NBME and some guidance on using them in your study preparation. Continue reading
9 Super Foods to Eat While Studying for USMLE or COMLEX
In the heat of USMLE/COMLEX study season, it’s easy to cruise through the drive-thru for fast food and consume tons of caffeine in coffee or energy drinks. Your blood sugar level spikes, the greasy foods hit your stomach, you feel … Continue reading
USMLE Step 2 CK Average Scores by Specialty
What Step 2 CK Score Do You Need to Match in Your Preferred Specialty? The NRMP released updated results on the 2014 Main Residency Match®. To make it easier for you, we’ve created a table showing the Average Step 2 … Continue reading
4 Tips to Overcome USMLE and COMLEX Test Anxiety
We have compiled some helpful tips on how to manage exam anxiety. We want you to be ready to conquer your exam with peace of mind, knowing that you’ve done everything possible to be successful. Continue reading
Two Important Changes You Need to Know for USMLE Step 1 2015
The latest announcement from http://www.usmle.org/announcements contained some significant changes relating to score reporting and the exam format for those taking the Step 1 exam over the next couple months. Continue reading
USMLE Step 1 NBME Practice Exam Changes
On March 6, 2015, the NBME retired Form 7 of the Step 1 NBME Comprehensive Basic Science practice exams. CBSSA Form 17 was added and is accessible as of March 6th. It is available in both regular and expanded feedback. Continue reading
The Doctors In Training Step 3 Review Course is Here!
By popular demand, Doctors In Training has developed a Step 3 Review Course to support you in your third and final round of board exams. Designed with the resident workload in mind, 370 open-ended questions with video answers and the … Continue reading
USMLE Step 3 Exam Changes
Have you heard? The USMLE Step 3 exam made a few changes in November. As always, Doctors In Training is here to support you throughout your medical education, especially when it comes to USMLE and COMLEX exam prep. Being informed … Continue reading
USMLE Step 3: Preparing for Computer-Based Case Simulations
USMLE Step 3 represents the final hurdle in the long series of board exams required to obtain a license to practice medicine in the US. Continue reading