How to Pass the NPTE the First Time Around
The National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE) is a key milestone for physical therapy students and is the last step in their journey to becoming a practicing physical therapist. Given by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT), the NPTE is designed to assess a candidate’s basic entry-level competence after graduation. In this blog, we’ll give you insights and… Read more »
Residency Interview Preparation Tips and Advice
Entering the realm of residency interviews is a huge step in your medical career, offering a unique opportunity to showcase your qualifications and align yourself with programs that resonate with your aspirations. At our recent Match Summit, Dr. John McPherson, Professor of Medicine and Director of Internal Medicine Residency at Vanderbilt University, shared valuable residency interview tips. From pre-interview to… Read more »
How To Fill Out Your ERAS Application
The Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) is an application service for applying to residency programs. Applicants electronically submit their application materials, including their curriculum vitae (CV), personal statement, letters of recommendation, and other supporting documents. This is an important component of the overall residency application process, and its electronic platform has modernized and streamlined the application and selection process for… Read more »
Developing the Best Residency Couples Match Strategy
Embarking on the match journey is a significant milestone, and for those navigating the complexities of the Couples Residency Match, the path is both rewarding and distinctive. The Couples Match algorithm adds an extra layer of intricacy to the already complex process, demanding meticulous planning and consideration. In this comprehensive guide from Dr. Clarissa E. Jordan, Chief Resident in the… Read more »
Approaching Step 2 Questions, A Guide for Anxious Test Takers
I am a bad test-taker. No matter how hard I study, I will never do well on shelf examinations or the USMLE. I feel like I know the material, but I always pick the wrong answer. Have you ever felt this way? Most people have, especially when preparing for Step 2. The challenge for Step 2 (and shelf examinations) is… Read more »
Step 2 and NBME Test Taking Strategies For Success
There are 3 ways to answer questions correctly on the USMLE and shelf examinations: While it would certainly be nice to know the concept for 100% of the questions, this is unrealistic; there will always be things that you forget or maybe never even studied. Likewise, hoping to guess correctly is far from a good strategy. So where does that… Read more »
Advice For Creating Your Step 2 Study Plan
When Step 1 transitioned to pass/fail, shelf examinations and Step 2 became more important than ever, particularly for those attempting to match into the most competitive specialties. This has been reflected in my own experience as a USMLE/shelf tutor, with more students than ever reaching out to me for help in creating a study plan for Step 2 and shelf… Read more »
USMLE Step 1 Tips [Webinar Tutor Series: Part III]
As your test date for USMLE Step 1 comes near, you are bound to be feeling some anxiety about the examination. However, you should also be feeling confident that your hard work is going to pay off with a passing score and progression to your clinical rotations. Still, as you go through the final stretch of Step 1 preparation, there… Read more »
USMLE Step 1 Test-Taking Strategies [Webinar Tutor Series: Part II]
Two of the major keys to success on USMLE Step 1 are building a strong foundation of knowledge and developing the test-taking skills that will allow you to maximize that knowledge base in most situations. While there are many steps to building that knowledge base (eg, reading, flashcards, question banks), working through practice USMLE questions will be the most effective… Read more »
USMLE Step 1 Study Strategies for Practice Questions [Webinar Tutor Series: Part I]
Controversial opinion: there is such a thing as a “bad test-taker” and poor test-taking skills might be negatively impacting your performance on Step 1. What you need is a good USMLE Step 1 study strategy that prepares you, so when you sit down to take your exam you will feel confident in yourself. There is a pervasive belief that success… Read more »
Why Your CREOG Score Matters
The Council on Resident Education in Obstetrics and Gynecology Examination, or the CREOG In-Training, is a yearly examination in Obstetrics & Gynecology residency that tests your knowledge foundation. While it mainly is an assessment to determine what you know, there are many other reasons why you should implement a solid study strategy to outperform yearly on your CREOG Exam. Here… Read more »
Tips for Protecting Your Mental Health During Intern Year
Doctors suffer from depression more than any other professionals, affecting about 60% of practicing physicians. Medical professionals will, at some point or another, face stressors in their lives. Physicians can experience this as early as undergrad, following them into residency and even their professional career. That is why implementing best practices for self-care will be vital to protecting your mental… Read more »