Laughter as Medicine: The Health Benefits of Humor
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Laughter is the best medicine as it’s been scientifically proven to provide health benefits. Let’s explore the many ways laughter can improve our health.
Category: Medical
Why Using UWorld’s ABFM QBank Is a No-Brainer
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By Deepa Ramadurai, MD It is surprisingly difficult to find board examination content on the internet that has been vetted by physicians familiar with the exam’s content. However, if you have already completed the first step of the United States Medical Licencing Examination, you know that UWorld is a trusted resource. What some trainees might […]
5 Biggest Mistakes Students Make While Studying for USMLE Step 1
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With dedicated study periods varying among medical schools and too many resources, medical students can make these top 5 common mistakes studying for Step 1.
Lectures, Notes, and UWorld: How I Fit Them into My Day (an M2 perspective)
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When it comes to learning and retaining material in med school, repetition is critical. That’s why UWorld’s practice focus makes it a must-have resource!
USMLE® Product Feature: My Notebook
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Create a customizable electronic notebook full of high-yield information that you can review at any time to prepare for the USMLE.
How I Got Through the UWorld QBank Twice: A Complete Guide
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If you want to do well on USMLE Step 1, do two passes through UWorld. In this post, we’re going to lay out a template for how you can complete two full passes through the UWorld QBank.
Why You Shouldn’t Neglect the Basic Sciences During Your Preclinical Studies
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Doing a small batch of UWorld questions daily will keep your grasp of the material from fading and help you develop (or redevelop) the strong basic science foundation you’ll need to achieve a high score on Step 1.
How I Used My UWorld Subscription for MS1 and MS2
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Students may be surprised to find that UWorld is more than enough to prepare them for their medical school exams, and they don’t need too many other resources.
Lifestyle Tips for Remaining Healthy During Medical School
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There are small, practical ways you can invest in your health amidst the intensity of medical school. Let’s explore a few simple self-care practices that you can do with minimal props and, in less than 10 minutes, in four crucial areas. Mental, Physical, Social/Emotional and Spiritual.
How To Simultaneously Study for Step 2 CK and Your Shelf Exams
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Studying for Step 2 CK is wondrous compared to Step 1 in the sense that your resource utilization is vastly simplified. By consolidating your resources and being strategic with your precious few moments of studying each day, you can simultaneously complete your rotations, study for your shelf exams, and prepare for Step 2 CK!
