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About the PANRE: Summary of Exam Facts

April 20, 2020

PAs are required to take the PANRE during the final two years of the certification maintenance cycle. Check out our summary of exam facts to know what to expect.

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Is Passing the PANCE Enough?

April 24, 2020

When it comes to high-stakes exams like the PANCE, is passing enough? Let’s examine why passing the PANCE may not be enough to become a competent PA.

PA student trying to understand scoring the PANCE and hoping he passed

Scoring the PANCE: At a Glance

April 27, 2020

The NCCPA uses a meticulous process for scoring the PANCE. Let’s study the PANCE scoring process to understand how the NCCPA determines the passing score.

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Staying Motivated in Medical School During a Pandemic

Against the backdrop of a global pandemic, it can be challenging to stay focused, We hope these suggestions will help you stay motivated in medical school.

UWorld in 30 Days: Making the Most Out of UWorld’s Most Basic Subscription

UWorld Step 1 QBank in 30 Days: Making the Most Out of the Basic Subscription

Even if you have just 30 days, the UWorld Step 1 QBank can boost your USMLE exam score. Discover how to pass Step 1 in 30 days with UWorld..

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How To Improve Memory Retention in Medical School

Remembering all the concepts and facts in medical school is an incredible challenge, so we put together this article to help you improve memory retention.

Clinical Rotations in a COVID World: My Experience in Family Medicine

“Here, you can go see this patient,” my preceptor said as she handed me a patient’s chart. It was the second day of my first clinical rotation, family medicine. Thanks

USMLE® Features Update: Introducing New Flashcard Features

UWorld is pleased to introduce multiple new flashcard features in our QBank, including “Browse” and “Study” functions. Learn more about these updates to our industry-leading QBank..

Lifestyle Tips for Remaining Healthy During Medical School

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