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Failed USMLE Step 3? - USMLEadviser - 04-01-2023

Sorry if the title is depressing. I hope that you never experience this feeling. But the reality is, many students fail USMLE Step 3 repeatedly, and it may seem that this exam is robbing thier dream of becoming licensed physicians in the US.

I totally understand how frustrating it must be for anyone to Fail USMLE Step 3, especially when people seem to be passing this exam easily. Failing Step 3 is becoming something people are ashamed of, especially after passing Step 1, Step 2 CK, and even matching into residency. Thing is, USMLE Step 3 is vague and unique in many ways. How is it different from USMLE Step 2 CK?, is scoring high helpful for matching in residency or fellowship? will a passing score suffice? The answers to these questions trouble me, so I had to embark on quite a bit of research and reading and concluded that, as far as the MCQ portion goes, USMLE Step 2 CK and USMLE Step 3 are actually IDENTICAL. I explain that in detail in my video here: https://vimeo.com/789148663

Knowing this solves many problems. The big one is: We’ll you can use USMLE Step 2 CK resources to prepare for USMLE Step 3. This includes NBME’s Clinical Mastery Series and NBME assessment forms 9, 10, 11, and 12. I explain resources in more detail here: https://vimeo.com/789149113

Odds are, you passed USMLE Step 2 CK and mastered the clinical knowledge needed to pass Step 2 CK. This begs the question, why is it so hard to pass USMLE Step 3? It happens that USMLE Step 3 is scored differently than USMLE Step 2 CK. For starters, the Step 3 score drops by 20 points on average, striking the difference between passing and failing. So how should students make up for this 20-score drop? The answer: by capitalizing on Test-Taking Skills. This is taught in several courses online, or tutoring services may sometimes offer this. Here is my website if you want to read more USMLE TACTICS - Uadvisor

Unfortunately, many students will naturally doubt themselves after failing USMLE Step 3, thinking that they didn’t complete X question bank or didn’t do a second pass on Y resource. They are shocked when they get the same score on their following attempt. I heard this story countless times, and it’s heartbreaking. I also heard of people graduating residency and still unable to clear Step 3, paralyzing them professionally. I’m writing this post hoping to help people in these situations before the damage is irreversible.


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - UnseanDoctorsinDreamland - 07-26-2023

I created step 3 review book. Step 3 focus on management only. They will hand you the diagnosis in the stem but they ask about the management
Some of the questions rely on your understanding of the patholohyiology

Who ever have problem preparing for step 3: write to me and I would be happy share my notes that helped me to pass step 3. Write to dradam203@gmail.com

Good luck everybody


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - victorpatrick - 08-03-2023

Thank you for sharing this information and your thoughts on the challenges of USMLE Step 3. It's important to acknowledge that standardized exams like the USMLE can be difficult and can have significant impacts on students' careers and confidence.

You are correct that each step of the USMLE is unique and may require different approaches to preparation and test-taking skills. Understanding the scoring differences and utilizing appropriate resources can indeed be beneficial for success. Rainbow Friends


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - UnseanDoctorsinDreamland - 08-04-2023

(08-03-2023, 10:56 PM)victorpatrick Wrote: Thank you for sharing this information and your thoughts on the challenges of USMLE Step 3. It's important to acknowledge that standardized exams like the USMLE can be difficult and can have significant impacts on students' careers and confidence.

You are correct that each step of the USMLE is unique and may require different approaches to preparation and test-taking skills. Understanding the scoring differences and utilizing appropriate resources can indeed be beneficial for success. Rainbow Friends

When you understand the purpose of focus of each exam (i mean what is this exam wants the student to master), you will align your focus during your preparation with the exam and that's the secrete of why some students score higher than the others, while they study from the same material. 

I published my notes to help students: On eBay search " The art of Medicine for USMLE step 2 and USMLE STEP 3 and Internal medicine board preparation.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/305052689621


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - Chaved - 10-16-2023

(08-04-2023, 07:03 AM)UnseanDoctorsinDreamland Wrote:
(08-03-2023, 10:56 PM)victorpatrick Wrote: Thank you for sharing this information and your thoughts on the challenges of USMLE Step 3. It's important to acknowledge that standardized exams like the USMLE can be difficult and can have significant impacts on students' careers and confidence.
You are correct that each step of the USMLE is unique and may require different approaches to preparation and test-taking skills. Understanding the scoring differences and utilizing appropriate resources can indeed be beneficial for success. fnaf games

When you understand the purpose of focus of each exam (i mean what is this exam wants the student to master), you will align your focus during your preparation with the exam and that's the secrete of why some students score higher than the others, while they study from the same material. 

I published my notes to help students: On eBay search " The art of Medicine for USMLE step 2 and USMLE STEP 3 and Internal medicine board preparation.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/305052689621
Thanks for the info.


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - shark0175 - 11-30-2023

Your explanation is very detailed, thoroughly analyzing its similarities and differences with Step 2 CK. pokedoku


RE: Failed USMLE Step 3? - larrin77 - 12-27-2023


I commend you for taking the initiative to address this issue and share your knowledge with others facing similar challenges. Your insights and advice can be invaluable in helping students navigate this difficult process and achieve their goals.


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