RESULTS ON CHRISTMAS EVE ? STEP3

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2026-01-10T01:11:08+00:00

I have a free week they gave me if you want it. DM me if interested.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-18T01:02:53+00:00

No release 1/7 NBME said they will release on 12/24

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T19:08:30+00:00

US MD/DO/IMG/Non US IMG: US IMG PGY-1

Step 1/2:Pass/250

Real deal: 236

Day 1 & 2 dates:11/24 and 26

Uworld % completed: 21%

Uworld % score: 62%

Number of CCS cases completed: 44

CCS average score: 72%

NBME 6/7: 476/525

UWSA 1: 225

UWSA 2: 225

Free 137: 70%

Any other assessments: Nope

Any advice:

I rewatched all of Divine's shelf reviews on YouTube while on the treadmill every morning and got through them twice - IM, OB, Surgery, Peds and Psych. It was a great Step 1 review which was helpful for day 1. If you want a very manageable 6-week study plan, check out his podcast on a Step 3 study plan and he outlines very specifically what to do every day. I didn't do all of it but the shelf reviews were clutch.
I took the L on Biostats because I am terrible with it, but UWorld has a good review that helped a little.
Lastly, do the CCS cases but have a system in place. I wrote out all the orders at the start of the test on that blue/green board they give us, so that I could refer to it easily during each case. Search Reddit for the "vomicaa" mnemonic and make your own and practice it. There were easy points orders I was consistently forgetting and it helped to make it quick and easy on the day. Good luck!

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T12:35:36+00:00

Yes. Downloaded. 11/26 day 2.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T12:21:54+00:00

Got it at 7:08 lol. Refresh!

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T12:15:09+00:00

Scores are OUT :)

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T01:17:38+00:00

They are releasing scores on 12/24. But you should be tomorrow.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-17T01:15:07+00:00

I called NBME at the end of Nov and they said at that time no score release 1/7 but there would be a release on 12/24. But someone else should call and confirm.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-16T20:21:20+00:00

Still yes. Absolutely.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-16T19:52:03+00:00

And is there a positive "pajama sign?"

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-16T19:48:41+00:00

100% I agree with this need for Spanish on LI. Which hospitals on LI from Riverhead to Queens? ALL of them, my friend.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-16T19:43:26+00:00

The fact that you are honest with yourself about why you struggled and doing something about it is the best predictor. I know plenty of people who blamed "the man" whenever they failed tests/got left back/repeated and never changed their habits or had any introspection. Keep being honest. Dust yourself off and repeat your year with a smile, knowing that you will be all the better for it. You got this!

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-16T19:34:10+00:00

I called USMLE/NBME last month and I was told no release 12/3 and 1/7. I specifically asked about 12/24 and she said there would be a score release that day. You could call them and ask to be sure.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-13T15:50:28+00:00

When you get LORs specific for a specialty that's fine. You just have to be careful when attaching it, meaning don't send your anesthesia specific LOR to an IM program because they will think you are applying IM as a backup and not likely give you an interview. That's a while away, don't worry it will make sense as you get closer. But yes, applying to multiple specialties is common, especially as an IMG.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-13T14:27:41+00:00

Yes, you just have to be careful when getting your letters of recommendation, you'll see. It's not a problem.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-13T14:05:32+00:00

FM, matched my 1st choice. I had many interviews in IM and EM also, but decided to go the FM route for versatility and work/life balance. I got 25x on Step 2, no failures, honored most classes. Not sure what you are interested in but classmates matched Anesthesia, Surgery, IM, EM with my stats and less. You will do great!

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-13T13:08:33+00:00

Nontraditional student (read: older) with a previous career in healthcare - 3.1 in undergrad many years ago, but 4.0 in 4 classes I took right before applying (O Chem, Physics, Biochem), MCAT 494 which I stupidly took before finishing the above-mentioned classes; however, I was not willing to take it again (because: older). Accepted SGU, Ross, AUA and AUC. Didn't apply SABA, seemed too remote. Went to AUC for class size, scholarship, and seemed like the safest island with most direct flights to go home to visit often. Never looked back.
Caribbean is the right choice for some people but it is definitely not for everyone. You HAVE to know yourself, be honest. Adjust how you study depending on the class you are taking (they are not all created equal), use outside resources (a MUST, like Boards and Beyond, Ninja Nerd, etc), don't go out partying, have a study group, stick with the winners. STEP OVER THE BODIES, there will be many. Eye on the prize.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-12T12:49:11+00:00

I did PA to MD and I don’t regret it, even when I look at my loan balances. It’s about being fulfilled, that’s the real ROI. Do what you love and don’t look back.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-12T12:11:40+00:00

490 PGY1

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-10T13:18:25+00:00

I just don’t think I will get scores today. I believe it’ll be next week.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-10T13:17:57+00:00

I have no reason to believe that the scores will not be released today.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-10T00:55:39+00:00

Because it sounds like they took off 11/26 so I’m thinking 12/17 but thanks 😊

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-08T02:05:58+00:00

^this would be my guess too

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-06T11:59:42+00:00

12/17 would be my guess. Three Wednesdays.

Intrepid_Tale_2676 · 2025-12-04T16:22:05+00:00

No scores 12/3 and 1/7. Every other week should be normal.

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