USMLE Step 3
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Donβt rush into the next attempt. Take your time to really understand your mistakes in the first one.
Focus on weak spots, use different resources, and practice, practice, practice.
Yeah, a fair amount. Be sure you're solid on cardiology and endocrinology especially.
Felt the same tbh, just make sure youβre familiar with the US clinical guidelines.
Practice timing during review sessions and always have a plan before you start each case.
Know your formulas well and practice applying them. UWorld has good examples.
Hey, it happens. Review where you went wrong, take a little break, then hit it again. You've got this!
Lots of docs have been there. Take time to reflect and regroup. Focus on weak areas and donβt lose hope.
Sleep well, and don't underestimate the length of the test day. Keep snacks handy!
Hydrate well, skip heavy breakfast, keep light snacks. Stress will eat your energy up.
Break after every other block to save time and keep the momentum.
I took a short break every block, just to stretch and keep my focus. Worked well for me.
Chill, review high-yield topics lightly, and get a good night's sleep.
Try to relax and set everything youβll need for the test day ready, so no last-minute rush.
Totally! It's a marathon, not a sprint. Just gotta pace yourself and keep going.
Pretty close, but actual exams might feel a bit different due to the pressure.
Decently reflective, but I found the real thing slightly harder.
Not essential, but it can ease your mind knowing where everything is ahead of time.
If it makes you feel more comfortable, why not? Helps some people reduce anxiety.
Find a steady rhythm between work and study. Consistency is key.
Itβs tough but doable. Utilize weekends and evenings effectively.
Revise your weakest areas and do a quick review of everything else. Oh, and relax the day before.
Just practice with the UWorld cases, dude. It's pretty much all you need.
I tried MTB and some OnlineMedEd vids. Not bad for a review.
Archer videos are actually great for CCS and overall review! Check 'em out.
Check out some forums. They often have shared Google sheets for various timelines.
Breathing exercises and positive affirmations help a lot!