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Tuesday, June 02, 2009
Monday, April 23, 2007
Advise how to improve your usmle step 1 result
I finished Step 1 a few months ago. My score was–99-- (I could not believe it when I was holding the card and I almost fainted).
I used so many resources for my study, but I have to say that KAPLAN IS THE BEST. I was working as a salesman, for a few months before I decided finally to stay home and study (of course I had some money saved aside at the time).
When I started to study, I though that getting over 85 is just a dream but I made it all the way to 99. It’s all about the resources that you use and the amount of concentration that you have when you sit down on your desk and study. If you want to score over 90 you will do it, but if you just want to pass, your score will be around the passing limit.
As much adrenaline as you have in your body when you sit down to study, as much added points to your score you will get.
Here is the list of my study materials:
1--Kaplan preparation center video lectures (about 194 hours) and it’s the latest edition in the center as of May 2005. I have to tell you that I would never have gotten this score without these video lectures.
2--Kaplan notes scanned on the external hard disc (2002 Edition and it has no markings). These notes helped my so much especially the few days before the test when I needed to review each subject in just one day.
3--A complete set of underground clinical vignettes. Understanding the clinical applications of Step 1 has helped me to read the questions on the test so quickly and even expect what they are asking me before reading the final part.
4--Dr. Goljan Notes and high yields facts and Pathology slides (all scanned on the hard disc). Dr. Goljan is the father of Pathology preparation for step 1 and his stuff is a must if you want to score high.
5-Kaplan Pathology library organized in body systems (I saw a lot of slides and picture on my test).
6--Kaplan Webpreparation with their own notes.
7--Pharmacology, Pathology and genetics live audio lecture recorded from Kaplan live lectures. I had these tapes from one of my friends who finished his step 1 and scored 94 and he encouraged me to use them if I want to ace these topics on the test and he was absolutely right.
8--One CD with more than 3500 questions in Pathology. It made Pathology for me like the air I breath.
9--My own tips and remembered high yield facts and topics that I personally saw on the test. I wrote down more than 2500 topics and tips the week right after the test.
10--Kaplan Qbank in Microsoft word format. ( AGAIN KAPLAN IS THE BEST)
11-NMS software for step 1 (6th Edition).
12—A Complete set of Rapid review CD’s (more than 3500 questions arranged by the subject).
13—Kaplan IV bank.
14—Pre-test books (only Biochemistry, genetics, Pathology and neuroscience).
15—More than 10,000 questions and tips remembered by other students that I used to concentrate on what to study.
16—Board simulator software for step 1.
17—Mnemonics that help you remember the hard to remember facts.
18—Some diagrams, charts and flash cards, I personally made during my 9 months study.
19_Gold standard audio review CD’s (55 CD’s) for step 1 (complete). I have used these CD’s during my exercise in the Gym and in other times when I was so saturated and bored from studying and needed a different format of studying.
20—Pass program notes (over 200 pages of tips, high yields, and high lights) it took me just 4 days to read all over these great material and I would say that it added at least 3-5 points to my score.
20__More stuff that I have prepared myself over the months during the time I was studying and even after I have finished my exam and before the results came in the mail. cheers
I used so many resources for my study, but I have to say that KAPLAN IS THE BEST. I was working as a salesman, for a few months before I decided finally to stay home and study (of course I had some money saved aside at the time).
When I started to study, I though that getting over 85 is just a dream but I made it all the way to 99. It’s all about the resources that you use and the amount of concentration that you have when you sit down on your desk and study. If you want to score over 90 you will do it, but if you just want to pass, your score will be around the passing limit.
As much adrenaline as you have in your body when you sit down to study, as much added points to your score you will get.
Here is the list of my study materials:
1--Kaplan preparation center video lectures (about 194 hours) and it’s the latest edition in the center as of May 2005. I have to tell you that I would never have gotten this score without these video lectures.
2--Kaplan notes scanned on the external hard disc (2002 Edition and it has no markings). These notes helped my so much especially the few days before the test when I needed to review each subject in just one day.
3--A complete set of underground clinical vignettes. Understanding the clinical applications of Step 1 has helped me to read the questions on the test so quickly and even expect what they are asking me before reading the final part.
4--Dr. Goljan Notes and high yields facts and Pathology slides (all scanned on the hard disc). Dr. Goljan is the father of Pathology preparation for step 1 and his stuff is a must if you want to score high.
5-Kaplan Pathology library organized in body systems (I saw a lot of slides and picture on my test).
6--Kaplan Webpreparation with their own notes.
7--Pharmacology, Pathology and genetics live audio lecture recorded from Kaplan live lectures. I had these tapes from one of my friends who finished his step 1 and scored 94 and he encouraged me to use them if I want to ace these topics on the test and he was absolutely right.
8--One CD with more than 3500 questions in Pathology. It made Pathology for me like the air I breath.
9--My own tips and remembered high yield facts and topics that I personally saw on the test. I wrote down more than 2500 topics and tips the week right after the test.
10--Kaplan Qbank in Microsoft word format. ( AGAIN KAPLAN IS THE BEST)
11-NMS software for step 1 (6th Edition).
12—A Complete set of Rapid review CD’s (more than 3500 questions arranged by the subject).
13—Kaplan IV bank.
14—Pre-test books (only Biochemistry, genetics, Pathology and neuroscience).
15—More than 10,000 questions and tips remembered by other students that I used to concentrate on what to study.
16—Board simulator software for step 1.
17—Mnemonics that help you remember the hard to remember facts.
18—Some diagrams, charts and flash cards, I personally made during my 9 months study.
19_Gold standard audio review CD’s (55 CD’s) for step 1 (complete). I have used these CD’s during my exercise in the Gym and in other times when I was so saturated and bored from studying and needed a different format of studying.
20—Pass program notes (over 200 pages of tips, high yields, and high lights) it took me just 4 days to read all over these great material and I would say that it added at least 3-5 points to my score.
20__More stuff that I have prepared myself over the months during the time I was studying and even after I have finished my exam and before the results came in the mail. cheers
Tuesday, March 20, 2007
Usmle - Pass Program Notes
Usmle - Pass Program Notes
Are you looking for Pass Program Notes or Pass Program Videos?
This shall be 300 pages of notes that are accompanying 72 hours of video.
The Pass Program Notes will cover the following topics from USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2:
1. Biochemistry
2. Microbiology
3. GI
4. Renal
5. Cardiac
6. Pulmonary
7. Immunology
8. Physiology
9. Vitamins/Metabolic/EKG
10. Neurology / Endocrinology
11. Hematology
Try here first
Are you looking for Pass Program Notes or Pass Program Videos?
This shall be 300 pages of notes that are accompanying 72 hours of video.
The Pass Program Notes will cover the following topics from USMLE Step 1 and USMLE Step 2:
1. Biochemistry
2. Microbiology
3. GI
4. Renal
5. Cardiac
6. Pulmonary
7. Immunology
8. Physiology
9. Vitamins/Metabolic/EKG
10. Neurology / Endocrinology
11. Hematology
Try here first
Sunday, March 18, 2007
Review of Pass Program course by Dr. Francis
1) PASS program is less expensive and less time. ($3K vs $7K+...4
weeks vs 6 weeks from what I've heard)
works with you in individual tutoring sessions to develop a style of
answering questions quickly and accurately.
weeks vs 6 weeks from what I've heard)
2) Kaplan course sits you down 8 hours a day in lectures and gives you
huge notebooks of things to memorize. PASS is also about 8 hours a day
with decent breaks but then has individual tutoring and teaches you
how to systematically learn all the material instead of just giving
you thousands of pages of material and saying "memorize this!"
3) PASS program has a VERY high pass rate with students who are
retaking the boards (which speaks well if you haven't already had the
experience of failing...) Dr. Francis was actually investigated by the
USMLE people for cheating at some point because he had so many
students passing (he was cleared).
works with you in individual tutoring sessions to develop a style of
answering questions quickly and accurately.
Thursday, January 25, 2007
Kaplan vs. Pass Program
1) PASS program is less expensive and less time. ($3K vs $7K+...4 weeks vs 6 weeks from what I've heard)
2) Kaplan course sits you down 8 hours a day in lectures and gives you huge notebooks of things to memorize. PASS is also about 8 hours a day with decent breaks but then has individual tutoring and teaches you how to systematically learn all the material instead of just giving you thousands of pages of material and saying "memorize this!"
3) PASS program has a VERY high pass rate with students who are retaking the boards (which speaks well if you haven't already had the experience of failing...) Dr. Francis was actually investigated by the USMLE people for cheating at some point because he had so many students passing (he was cleared).
4) The PASS program still highly recommends that you do the qbank and works with you in individual tutoring sessions to develop a style of answering questions quickly and accurately.
2) Kaplan course sits you down 8 hours a day in lectures and gives you huge notebooks of things to memorize. PASS is also about 8 hours a day with decent breaks but then has individual tutoring and teaches you how to systematically learn all the material instead of just giving you thousands of pages of material and saying "memorize this!"
3) PASS program has a VERY high pass rate with students who are retaking the boards (which speaks well if you haven't already had the experience of failing...) Dr. Francis was actually investigated by the USMLE people for cheating at some point because he had so many students passing (he was cleared).
4) The PASS program still highly recommends that you do the qbank and works with you in individual tutoring sessions to develop a style of answering questions quickly and accurately.
Friday, March 17, 2006
Pass Program Videos -Dr. Francis
Pass Program Videos -Dr. Francis
The clarity and simplication of the explainations of certain key concepts are second to none. You will understand and retain the specificities of the pathophysiology of the most high yield disease processes that you will be tested on. You will also be provided with test taking skills that will enable you to quickly recognize distractors and clues.
Over 71 hours of Live lecture by Dr. Francis all on DVD accompanied by 300+ pages of notes.
The breakdown of those materials are as follows: DVD1: Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Hematology, and Immunology 1 & 2, Goljan Audio and Notes
DVD2: Metabolic physiology, Pulmonary functions, Renal functions and Muscle physiology, Biochemistry 1 & 2,
DVD3: Microbiology, Cardiovascular, Cell & Membrane Physiology, Neurology and Vitamins, 300+ pages notes.
Read more at:
http://www.usmlestep.com/pass-program-dr-francis-usmle.htm
The clarity and simplication of the explainations of certain key concepts are second to none. You will understand and retain the specificities of the pathophysiology of the most high yield disease processes that you will be tested on. You will also be provided with test taking skills that will enable you to quickly recognize distractors and clues.
Over 71 hours of Live lecture by Dr. Francis all on DVD accompanied by 300+ pages of notes.
The breakdown of those materials are as follows: DVD1: Endocrine, Gastrointestinal, Hematology, and Immunology 1 & 2, Goljan Audio and Notes
DVD2: Metabolic physiology, Pulmonary functions, Renal functions and Muscle physiology, Biochemistry 1 & 2,
DVD3: Microbiology, Cardiovascular, Cell & Membrane Physiology, Neurology and Vitamins, 300+ pages notes.
Read more at:
http://www.usmlestep.com/pass-program-dr-francis-usmle.htm
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