Description
This book is a comprehensive guide for medical students preparing for the USMLE Step 1, 2 CK, 3, and COMLEX Level 1, 2 CE, and 3 board exams. Our aim is to provide a step-by-step approach tailored to these two distinct exams.
If you are an allopathic or international medical graduate, focus primarily on the USMLE section. Osteopathic students should also study the dedicated COMLEX chapter to understand the unique requirements of that exam.
We begin by explaining what the USMLE and COMLEX exams entail and the score ranges students can expect. The book includes a chapter on First Aid for the USMLE Step 1, a key resource for board preparation. We emphasize the importance of practice questions and recommend two top question banks: SmashUSMLE and UWorld.
Chapters 6 and 7 are crucial—they teach how to recognize common question patterns and apply proven techniques to approach USMLE and COMLEX questions effectively. We encourage you to read these chapters carefully and revisit them throughout your preparation.
A sample board study schedule is provided as a flexible guide. Our system-based learning method covers major topics tested on the boards, referencing First Aid for the USMLE Step 1, Yale G First Aid, and Crush USMLE Step 2 CK and 3.
For osteopathic students debating whether to take the USMLE Step 1, there’s a dedicated chapter addressing this decision. International medical graduates will find valuable advice in the “Ultimate Survival Guide for IMGs” chapter, authored by Dr. Juan Chango, an IMG who successfully navigated ECFMG certification, aced the USMLE, and matched into internal medicine.
The book concludes with tips on standing out among peers and becoming a better clinician.
Having faced the same challenges you’re experiencing, we understand the confusion and anxiety involved. This book is designed to enhance your preparation, help you navigate the final months before your boards, and support you in achieving your desired scores.
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