Comments on: 7 Most Commons Reasons Your NBMEs Aren’t Improving (And How to Fix Them)

By: SecretCervix

SecretCervix — Fri, 19 Apr 2019 14:29:43 +0000

Dr. Alec,
I purchased your basic package and frankly, I’m overwhelmed. I only have 2 weeks before Step 1 and I think we need a different strategy on how I can improve my QI in record time. If I had 3 months prior to the step 1 exam, I’d follow your instructions to the letter but with my circumstance, I need something significantly more streamlined. I’ve watched the videos on QI and I’m a bit frustrated with the glitches I’m experiencing. I’m not really sure what to do at this point

By: Usmle Cram

Usmle Cram — Sun, 14 Apr 2019 14:08:39 +0000

Hey Alec,

I am having multiple problems of the ones listed above. I have been preparing for a while now, yet my scores are not improving and are far from decent. I only have about 4-5 weeks left, so not enough time for a course I believe.
What I would like to know is, if you think your anki deck would be of any help even without the course?
Any insight on how to proceed further would be of great help.
Thanks!

By: Levi

Levi — Wed, 13 Mar 2019 15:31:46 +0000

Hi Alec,

i read your recent post and i realised i’m having the same problem of unable to interpret the questions. my NBMEs are in the low 180s. And my understanding of the concepts are poor. I am not sure of how to proceed from here. I really feel lost right now. Should i spend my time going through textbooks to strengthen my basics? I have been using your Anki decks but i am having problem with doing it regularly and keep repeating the same mistakes. Please help me. I am not sure what exactly is my weakpoint. I felt like i rushed through most of the materials .

By: Brian Wu

Brian Wu — Fri, 08 Mar 2019 19:59:16 +0000

Great stuff! Wish I could have used your stuff more as a med student! As a current psychiatry resident, do you have specific resources for specific topics, such as psychiatry. I know we should probably create our own cards but was just curious if you have any thoughts on what would be a similar book like FA for psychiatry (I have my own opinions but would love to hear yours).

Also our in training exams focus less on application of knowledge and more on memorization. I still think a lot can be applied to the same principles you have but wanted to ask if you had any other thoughts on preparation of ITEs/Board exams?

Thanks! Keep up the great work.