The Three Pillars of Pediatrics Board Exam Prep You Need to Know
The Pediatrics Boards are known for being challenging exams with a pass rate of only 81% in 2021. Having failed on his very first attempt, Dr. Ashish Goyal, a board-certified pediatrician, is not immune to this. By taking a different approach to the resources he used and outlook on the exam itself, Dr. Goyal was not only able to pass… Read more »
These are the Five Secrets to Passing the NCLEX
Every nursing student has the same goal in mind – to pass the National Council Licensure Examination® the first time. In the vast array of resources and advice available online, it can be hard to know where to start. Oftentimes, when we don’t know where to begin, we tend to procrastinate in our studies. Nevertheless, starting preparations for the NCLEX®… Read more »
Surviving Intern Year: Advice from Residents
Making the transition from medical school to residency is an exciting time for new medical interns; one that may leave you with a lot of questions on just what to expect before you get started. In addition to the questions you will have while working with patients, you may wonder how to effectively balance your new schedule with your studies…. Read more »
How to Pass the NPTE the First Time
In 2021, 87% of students passed the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE)® on their very first attempt. As Physical Therapists themselves, Marissa Heilig, PT, DPT, founder of Pediatric Physical Therapy, and Danielle Rosenzweig PT, DPT, CSRS, CBIS, founder of PTutor, created their platforms to help guide others on the resources that lead to their exam success the first time. In this… Read more »
Master Your Residency Interview Questions and ERAS Tips Before You Submit
When thinking of Residency Match Day, there are two major components that come to mind – residency applications and interviews. After you submit your application to your selected programs, you may then be invited to interview at those programs. As you begin thinking about your application and the critical interview process, there are things you will want to consider to… Read more »
Residency Match Day: What You Need to Know
You have put in countless late nights memorizing test items on top of clinical training. Your undergraduate medical training has been a tremendous amount of hard work and grit, but it has all led you to the next exciting chapter of your journey in medicine: Match Day. What is The Match? The Match®, or The National Resident Matching Program®, is… Read more »
Physician Burnout Series: Managing the Very Real Emotional Challenges of Working in Healthcare
A recent study revealed that on average, 45% of resident physicians experience burnout and 95% of medical professionals recognize burnout as a serious problem, according to Etactics. So…Why Do You Experience Burnout? Burnout is characterized by depersonalization, emotional exhaustion, and a diminished sense of accomplishment. Physician burnout is a form of work-related stress that many in healthcare experience to some… Read more »
A High-Yield Question Breakdown with Dr. Brana
Searching for guidance, preparation techniques and tactics to pass your Psychiatry Certification examination and become a board-certified psychiatrist? In this insightful session, we welcomed back Dr. Taylor Brana, psychiatrist and co-founder of the MedFlashGo podcast, as he dove into just how to study for the Psychiatry Board Certification. What’s Covered: Review of 5 high-yield, ABPN-style practice questions + rationales Tips… Read more »
Study Tips for NPTE® Success
Interested in learning how to set yourself up for success when preparing for the NPTE®? If so, check out our latest on-demand webinar with the founder of the “Pediatric Physical Therapy” Instagram page, Marissa Heilig, PT, DPT, to learn effective study strategies for the NPTE®, how to tackle even the most challenging of NPTE-PT® test items, tips to best situate… Read more »
ABSITE Prep with Dr. America
While preparing for the 2021 American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination, Dr. America Revere, a PGY-1 General Surgery resident, recalls searching for insights into the best study strategies and finding a very minimal amount of resources. After completing the ABSITE in February and falling into a competitive percentile, Dr. America wanted to equip other residents with tips for their ABSITE… Read more »