Something to write on?
During the CCS portion of Step 3, are we provided something to write notes on such as a pen & paper or a marker and a laminated sheet?
View ArticleTechnical issue during CCS?
Has anyone ever had a technical issue during CCS cases? In the middle of a case I had one that caused us to restart the computer several times, and I was not allowed (by the software) to finish that...
View ArticleThoughts on this Step 3 study schedule
Registered to take the official exam in December, which leaves 3 months to study. I'm a new intern and so far have finished 54% of the ~1600 UWorld questions with an average of 61% correct (39th...
View ArticleQuick question about routine labs (CCS)
If you're getting routine labs such as CBC/CMP in an office setting, are you meant to discharge the patient and then schedule the patient to come back once the results have come back?
View ArticleIs histology on step 3
Tried to do a quick google search and nothing came up. Do we have to know step 1 histology for step 3? Stuff like caterpillar cells seen in RHD, etc?
View ArticleStep 3 UWorld sale (CCS + Biostats only)
Screenshot attached. CCS and Biostats with renew options. Both expire January 2020. $40 OBO.
View ArticleCOMLEX III Fail
Congrats to everyone who passed! Very jealous. Learned I failed it by a close margin on my first try after intern year. Used combank though could have put in more effort in doing so. Any advice/words...
View ArticleFirst few questions of a block
Hey guys, Traditionally, I struggle with first few questions in a block because I am not “warmed” up. This also occurs coming back from a break. Any advice on how to minimize this? Also, if it’s a long...
View ArticleStep 3 Next Week
Step 3 is in 7 days. Here are my stats: - UWSA 1 (took 7 weeks prior) - 207 - UWSA 2 (took today - 7 days prior) - 207 - UWorld Step 3 - finished 1st pass yesterday, all on tutor untimed mode - 65%...
View ArticleStep 3 Practice test
Hey all, so I just took the Step 3 practice exam at prometric today and got a 67%. Somewhat disappointed, but I haven't studied much bc of my residency. I did about 400 questions thus far, and have 3...
View ArticleStep 3 ccs/consults?
Just did a question on uworld where patient needs a endarterectomy. I consulted vascular surgery but they said no recommendations at this time, even after getting a carotid ultrasound. I was reading up...
View ArticleGift for you
Here's a complete biostats goodies. I am sure don't need all but you never know....
View ArticleNew COMLEX 3
Anyone take the new format COMLEX 3 that started on September 10, 2018? Any thoughts, comments, experiences? How was it taking the test over two days? Are the COMBANk questions still relevant? What...
View ArticleCCS step 3 Tips and Tricks discussion
CCS is considered very important for passing Step 3. Despite this, most of us do not place enough emphasis on this. There are so many things we do not notice on software because of not knowing or not...
View ArticleKaplan Step 3 On Demand or UW
Hey everyone, I am an IMG and applied for the match this year. I was hoping to take my step 3 by this year and wanted to know if anyone had any input about the Kaplan Step 3 on demand. Any positive or...
View ArticleComlex Level 3 Experience
Hi, I am wondering if anyone felt like they did poorly on CDM cases on level 3 but still ended up passing the exam. I recently took it - MC were like previous exams but CDM cases I felt like I missed...
View ArticleStep 3 Result
Hi! So, my friend wishes to calculate the number of days it may take for the Step 3 result to come. He wishes to apply this year, and wants step 3 result by that time. So, if he wants the result on 4th...
View ArticleResource for Risk Factors
Hi everyone, Does anyone have any resources to help with the "what is the number one risk factor" type questions? Or any specific tips on how to prepare for these?
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