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Most physicians who took USMLE Step 1 over 5 years ago have no clue what’s actually on the exam.
Don’t believe me?
For those of you who’ve forgotten what Step 1 really tests, hop on board for a little refresher.
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Don’t believe me?
For those of you who’ve forgotten what Step 1 really tests, hop on board for a little refresher.
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The USMLE provides a set of sample Step 1 questions.
For your enjoyment, I compiled some highlights from Block 1 (questions 1-40). But if you really wanna have fun, the whole thing is online here:
usmle.org/pdfs/step-1/sa…
For your enjoyment, I compiled some highlights from Block 1 (questions 1-40). But if you really wanna have fun, the whole thing is online here:
usmle.org/pdfs/step-1/sa…
Here’s your first question:
It’s no secret that the number of residency applications per candidate has been rising.
In 2007, the average U.S. senior applied to 32 residency programs; the average IMG, 79.
By 2018, that was up to 60 and 136.
Why? Who benefits from “Application Fever?”
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In 2007, the average U.S. senior applied to 32 residency programs; the average IMG, 79.
By 2018, that was up to 60 and 136.
Why? Who benefits from “Application Fever?”
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You might think that candidates are forced to apply to more programs because it’s harder to match now than in the past.
Not true. Overall match rates have not changed for U.S. medical students, and have actually improved slightly for IMGs.
Not true. Overall match rates have not changed for U.S. medical students, and have actually improved slightly for IMGs.
Another way to look at it is to consider the number of residency positions available per applicant.
In 2007, there were 0.78 residency positions for every applicant (1.44 per U.S. graduate).
In 2018, there were 0.81 positions/applicant (1.61 for every U.S. graduate).
Hmmm...
In 2007, there were 0.78 residency positions for every applicant (1.44 per U.S. graduate).
In 2018, there were 0.81 positions/applicant (1.61 for every U.S. graduate).
Hmmm...
