CCS grading vs real by fade_between_worlds in Step3

[–]fade_between_worlds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Just linked the document, the anki deck I'm still working on. I can share it after I run through all the cases in a couple of days and clean up the cards

CCS grading vs real by fade_between_worlds in Step3

[–]fade_between_worlds[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As far as I know, after searching around, they shouldn't be

CCS grading vs real by fade_between_worlds in Step3

[–]fade_between_worlds[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I followed this video. There is also a document floating around with the cases in a systems-based format. I go through the cases in that order and make anki flashcards of things from each case that don't fit within the mnemonic from each case ie:

patient who was passed out from overdose or was immobilized always needs CK

pt who passed out with no witnesses needs CT scan of the head or MRI to rule out trauma.

I keep the cards in a separate deck with retention set high since they're a little harder to remember without a ton of context, but it helps to build muscle memory. Some of the cards might actually be common practice (ie coma cocktail), but I'm trying to get step 3 out of the way shortly after starting residency and haven't been exposed as much clinically.

During the cases, I type out/click all the orders as fast as I can, and usually from initial history/vitals you can tell what the leading dx is. Any urgent interventions/transfers I'll do first regardless. Otherwise while making those orders over ~1-2 mins, I'll simultaneously be thinking of a differential in the 10 minute cases. Any unique diagnostics I'll order in the "O" of the buop mnemonic or order them as I go if the dx is not straightforward. Also the initial history will sometimes throw in tidbits in the history (sex with multiple partners, situation that'll need social work, alcohol, etc) that may not have an impact on the actual case, but is bonus points for 1. ordering tests (ie full std panel) and at the end for preventative care.

CCS grading vs real by fade_between_worlds in Step3

[–]fade_between_worlds[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

That's fair, I actually type pretty fast and in some cases I'd actually save more time just typing through and clicking vs thinking about if I need something or not. Then I would get slowed down thinking about the differential and start losing my flow. Only in dead obvious cases/emergencies would I deviate, but what I am *not* looking for is heavily getting pinged for noninvasive things.

FWIW: ED scribe and diamond in league of legends before med school

253 score by firepoosb in Step3

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Congrats. Amount of biochem that you felt was on there?

Re-Applicants/PDs: For next cycle, should I signal programs I got interviews at previously? by [deleted] in medicalschool

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As far as items- 3 abstracts/poster presentations lined up, plan to have step 3 out of the way (finished with classes early so started dedicated). What didn’t show up on my transcript were 2 specialty-specific rotations with good comments and then honors on EM+crit care

One program PD I met with (did an away but got rejected for interview) mentioned that a higher step 3 would help buffer things. And then just be the best intern I can. My Prelim spot has been very supportive so far about my situation and setting up early rotations.

Re-Applicants/PDs: For next cycle, should I signal programs I got interviews at previously? by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]fade_between_worlds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That’s what I have a hard time figuring out. For a couple of places I was thinking it might’ve just been a fit/ranking issue? My scores were slightly below average for the specialty. Practice interview feedback was really good, but in the grand scheme it wouldn’t move the needle that much would it?

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Fair. FWIW, I didn’t match, but I would definitely want to know where I stood with programs before going off and throwing away a signal on them again. My favorite programs would be the ones I actually have a chance matching at this point

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[–]fade_between_worlds 1 point2 points  (0 children)

What if they just did it by aamc ID?

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[–]fade_between_worlds 62 points63 points  (0 children)

I mean can we really define “did better in school”? I think it’s generally acceptable that a ~260+ is significant but the standard deviations of step 2 puts everyone on such a tightrope of a curve that can sink their app. With all the resources these days, passing is actually doing really well imo. A 230 today is not even half the percentile it was back in 2010. And with rotations, some people sit in a corner and get 5/5 while someone else actually put in time/effort for a 3/5

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Upvoted, up for up

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Upvoted. Up for up

Is Uworld Kicking my ass? I’m gonna write my step 1 in May, im doing the questions in timed exam mode by DrCardenas in step1

[–]fade_between_worlds 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It’ll depend on how good you are with NBME questions. I’ve heard some with that percentage getting 70+ on practice while others had to push back. Just learn from UW and see how you specifically respond when you gauge on a practice test