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Best Question Bank for the USMLE
A question bank will be arguably the most important part of preparing for the USMLE and similar medical licensing examinations. Most students will agree that active learning using question banks is what leads to the greatest improvement in test scores. While Usmle world (UWORLD) is the favorite question bank for most students, there are also a few other great question banks that can be used to supplement your exam preparation or can help you stay sharp during school exams. #1 Usmle World — this is our first choice to help students prepare for the USMLE exams. What makes it stand out from other question banks is the quality and comprehensiveness…
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Best Pathology Books
Pathology is probably one of the most daunting subjects to prepare for. It is also, the one subject whose knowledge you must retain even for clinical exams. A good foundation in basic medical pathology will serve you well during your career as well as help you ace exams in school. We review here, some of the most recommended, and popular pathology books and resources for medical students as well as allied health professionals. Quick Review Pathology Books The following pathology books are best suited for review and study during dedicated exam preparation periods. However, they may also be used during classes to supplement lecture notes. Pathoma by Dr. Sattar Pathoma…
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How to Study for Step 1 Usmle
Step 1 is probably going to be one of the most difficult exams you will write in your medical career. Scoring well on this exam is necessary for matching into your residency of choice. So, the question is, what is the best approach to ace your exam? We’ve looked at advice and comments from past test takers to come up with the best test resources, schedules, and study approaches. First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 To ensure that you cover all the most important topics, you will need a a general review book. First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 is the best book for this. It lacks detailed…
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Best Physiology Books
While all of the physiology textbooks and review books we list are excellent study sources, you may decide to choose one over another based on your study goals. For board exam preparation, we recommend a quick read that covers the most high yield topics such as BRS physiology accompanied by a question bank such as Usmle World. For students in their first or second year of study, we recommend an introductory book that is comprehensive such as Guyton and Hall’s textbook of medical physiology. Rank Book Rating 1 Physiology by Costanzo 9.5 2 Guyton and Hall Medical Physiology 9 3 BRS Physiology by Costanzo 9 4 Ganong’s Review of Medical…
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Step 2 CK Resources
First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CK This is one of the most commonly used review books for step 2 CK. While you shouldn’t use it as your only review book, it does a decent job of covering the basic topics you will need to know. We found it to not be comparable to First Aid for the Usmle Step 1, which is considered a gold standard for preparation, however, it is a decent option that will not break the bank.
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