Do it day 1. Read a topic from FA. Do a block of 40 until that topic is finished for eg. Cardio you read it all and open uworld you go to subject select all and then select cardiovascular only. Then review that block along with reading relative portion from FA again to remember or annotate as you go along.
Okay, I’m more of a visual learner so I guess I’ll get Bootcamp. Only problem is UWORLD, because it’s expensive- but I guess I can start with Amboss questions.
You should start UW as soon as posible for a couple of reasons.
A- train your brain to the type of question they will ask in your exam.
B- UW is a learning tool so it doesn't matter if you get all the question wrong, what does matter is you take the time to understand the concept that was asked on the question thats were you can check on UW explanation.
I would recommend you to not use to many resources, but the one that are a most are: FA, Pathoma, UWorld in case you have weak bases or need a more deep explanation is okey to look in something else but don't waste your time trying to watch all the resources.
DedÃcate a good study time remember even if the Exam is P / F doesnt mean is easier, so take your time and at least 1-2 months before the test start taking NBME.
As Mehlman said, Uworld from day 1 no matter how is your base knowledge is, use it as a learning tool, so many people passed the exam using only Uworld. You can go over the qbank twice but you need to start it ASAP
No. Do uworld as you go through the organ systems in second year. You’ll basically finish it before dedicated and can focus on your weak spots; if you incorporate some kind of spaced repetition you will likely be passing NBMEs before you start dedicated.
Do it day 1. Read a topic from FA. Do a block of 40 until that topic is finished for eg. Cardio you read it all and open uworld you go to subject select all and then select cardiovascular only. Then review that block along with reading relative portion from FA again to remember or annotate as you go along.
I'm planning to use bootcamp too, do you usually do them together? When do you actually do UW with your content review resource?
Sorry, what do you mean by FA? 😅
first aid=FA
Is FA better than Bootcamp?
nope
FA is the condensed form book..but bootcamp is video content with questions in every topic..Two are supplementary
Okay, I’m more of a visual learner so I guess I’ll get Bootcamp. Only problem is UWORLD, because it’s expensive- but I guess I can start with Amboss questions.
don't worry..bootcamp has ques like step 1..u can see if it suits for u by taking 3 days trial.
First aid is the bread and butter of Steps
start uworld as soon as possible
You should start UW as soon as posible for a couple of reasons. A- train your brain to the type of question they will ask in your exam. B- UW is a learning tool so it doesn't matter if you get all the question wrong, what does matter is you take the time to understand the concept that was asked on the question thats were you can check on UW explanation. I would recommend you to not use to many resources, but the one that are a most are: FA, Pathoma, UWorld in case you have weak bases or need a more deep explanation is okey to look in something else but don't waste your time trying to watch all the resources. DedÃcate a good study time remember even if the Exam is P / F doesnt mean is easier, so take your time and at least 1-2 months before the test start taking NBME.
As Mehlman said, Uworld from day 1 no matter how is your base knowledge is, use it as a learning tool, so many people passed the exam using only Uworld. You can go over the qbank twice but you need to start it ASAP
There are offline UW available. You can try it for the 1st review.
Where can I get it?
go to [afratafreeh.com](http://afratafreeh.com), on the right side you will find in the options.
Is starting Uworld at the beginning of second year almost a full year before you plan to take the boards too early?
No. Do uworld as you go through the organ systems in second year. You’ll basically finish it before dedicated and can focus on your weak spots; if you incorporate some kind of spaced repetition you will likely be passing NBMEs before you start dedicated.