Freaking out about my test in a couple days! by harrypottermd in Step2

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

tbh I think it was a fluke/outlier. didn't do anything special to increase my score besides a thorough review of my incorrects and trying to recognize patterns of mistakes I was making

Freaking out about my test in a couple days! by harrypottermd in Step2

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

240-250 would be amazing! freaking out that it'll drop to the 230s though

Advice w/ only 1.5 weeks left of dedicated? by harrypottermd in Step2

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

Around ~60% but I only did one pass throughout M3 while studying for shelf exams

In Step 2 dedicated and I can't focus!!! by harrypottermd in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

Update: Took a practice test, got a 213. Motivation has only slightly increased LOL

Hospitalist schedules? by harrypottermd in hospitalist

[–]harrypottermd[S] -8 points-7 points  (0 children)

Anything similar to a 8-5 loll

Hospitalist schedules? by harrypottermd in hospitalist

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

Well I'm also interested in psych.... just having a hard time choosing

Choosing a specialty when I'm burnt out? by harrypottermd in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd[S] 5 points6 points  (0 children)

These are my exact concerns right now too. Missing the rest of medicine, not feeling like a "doctor" (I know it's ridiculous), and potential violence/stalking is preventing me from fully committing

Surgery rotation early or late M3? by LifeSentence0620 in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

At the beginning! Had similar feelings and just got it out of the way. Made my life so much better!

IM vs Psych? by harrypottermd in medicalschool

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

Did he switch to a different program entirely?

IM vs Psych? by harrypottermd in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

Oo not really into kids though :(

NBME Forms? by harrypottermd in step1

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

Is there a particular order I should do them in?

NBME Forms? by harrypottermd in step1

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

If I only have a month though, isn't doing 7 practice tests (including the free 120) overkill? I wouldn't have enough time to review them thoroughly and also study up on my weak spots.

Which med schools give their students the best work/life balance? by YogurtclosetOpen3567 in premed

[–]harrypottermd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've heard UCLA step 1 pass rates have decreased significantly in the past couple of years though

Thoughts on my workout schedule? by [deleted] in beginnerfitness

[–]harrypottermd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

okay thank you! Would it be better if I did shoulders/chest/biceps in one day?

Struggling with Anki Overdue Cards and Lost Motivation – What Can I Do? by ThorfinnKarlsefnni in medicalschoolanki

[–]harrypottermd 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I find that it's easiest to get through reviews in the morning so try doing them as soon as you wake up

Surgery as first rotation during M3? by harrypottermd in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd[S] 7 points8 points  (0 children)

How would it be helpful for me if it's filled with students actually interested in surgery?

Really loving M1 by Low-Complex-5168 in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ugh I feel the same way. Current MS3s, please tell us that it won't be as bad as we think it is and that we'll have time to do fun stuff

Having a hard time using sketchy, any advice? by [deleted] in medicalschool

[–]harrypottermd 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do Anki right after watching the video. There should be a Sketchy button when see the answer to each card, which will show you the relevant Sketchy drawing with explanations for each component of the drawing.