Are you searching for your Step 1 study strategy? Not quite sure how to add board prep into your extensive medical school schedule? Good news, you’re already on the right track by researching your best resources. To help you achieve your highest USMLE score in a structured yet flexible style, the Doctors In Training Step 1 Review Course is delivered as three simple components – Primer, Part 1 and Part 2. Let’s discuss Primer! Continue reading
Are you ready to move from the classroom to the hospital wards? You know your residents and attendings are going to put you on the spot, and you only get one chance to make a great first impression! Continue reading
On June 2, 2014, USMLE announced they have raised the Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) examination minimum passing score from 203 to 209, effective July 1, 2014. Continue reading
There are a few keys to remember when building an effective study strategy. Our approach provides necessary structure while being flexible for different students and their unique situations. Continue reading
The Part 1 questions are in mixed mode to help you break away from thinking of the basic sciences by topic and to begin thinking of them as a whole - integrating concepts and applying information across subjects. This organizational approach also helps you practice switching from topic to topic (switching cognitive sets) as you will be required to do on your Step 1 exam. Continue reading
On March 3, 2014, the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME) retired Form 5 and 6 of the Step 1 NBME Comprehensive Basic Science practice exams (CBSSA). CBSSA Form 16 is accessible as of March 3rd and is available in both regular and expanded feedback. Continue reading
The NRMP just released updated results on The Match for International Medical Graduates. Make sure you know the Step 2 CK score you need to match in the US in your preferred specialty. Below you can find a summary of the findings specific to IMG students. Continue reading
Make sure you know the score you need to match in the US in the specialty you want. As an IMG it is crucial to score your best on the Step 1 exam in order to match in your preferred specialty. Your USMLE scores are the most comparable piece of information across international schools. Continue reading
Should you ever come across this condition yourself or you need to help an unfortunate friend, check out these useful time saving, productivity-boosting tips. Continue reading
I’m a 4th year med student who has just finished interviewing for Emergency Medicine residencies, and Doctors in Training has kindly agreed to let me share some of my experiences. I'll be the first to admit that interview seasons can be exhausting and stressful; however, I had a wonderful time on some of my interview trips. I hope that some of these tips will help you do the same! Continue reading
