Step 1
STEP 1 Question of the Month (March)
Conquer STEP 1, One Question at a Time! The answer is explained below. A 4-year-old male is brought to a clinic because of a 1-week history of fever, cough, and runny nose and a 2-day history of intense coughing spells that last 1 to 2 minutes, occasionally followed by vomiting and dry heaving. His…
Read MoreSTEP 1 Question of the Month (February)
Conquer STEP 1, One Question at a Time! The answer is explained below. A 36-year-old nulliparous woman comes to her primary care physician because of breast pain for several days. She says she has felt lumps in her breasts previously. These lumps worsen the week before and around the time of her period but…
Read MoreTry a FREE USMLE Step 1 Self-Assessment Exam
Are you ready to measure your mastery and pinpoint where you stand on the medical knowledge spectrum? From February 3 – 9, 2025, USMLE-Rx is offering a FREE Self-Assessment Exam designed to help you gauge your readiness and crush it on test day. Trust us, this is one opportunity you don’t want to miss! Why…
Read MoreMastering Renal Pathology: Highlights from the Rx Question Lab
Mastering Renal Pathology: Highlights from USMLE-Rx Question Lab In this week’s Question Lab session, Dr. Abraham Titus led an engaging review of renal pathology, tackling four challenging cases that tested our understanding of essential kidney concepts for USMLE Step 1. A Strategic Approach to Board Questions The session emphasized USMLE-Rx’s proven approach to tackling board-style…
Read MoreShould You Retake the USMLE Step 1? Insights and Advice from Real Test-Takers
Deciding whether to retake the USMLE Step 1 after a failed attempt is tough. The stakes feel high, and the self-doubt can creep in. But guess what? You’re not alone. Many others have faced this decision; their stories may help you find clarity. Here’s what people who’ve been in your shoes have to say from…
Read MoreWhy Real USMLE Exams Feel Harder Than Practice Tests
Ever notice how actual USMLE exams hit differently compared to practice tests? You spend months going through your Qmax questions, sitting through endless practice exams, and yet, when you finally take the real thing, it just feels… harder. But why? You’re not imagining it. Let’s break it down. Exam Structure Can Feel Like a Marathon…
Read MoreThe Long Road: How Many Exams Does it Take to Become a Doctor?
Med school life is a lot, even before all the exams. The Journey to Becoming a Doctor: Key Exams Becoming a doctor is like running a marathon. Instead of just running, you’ve got exams thrown at you along the way. These tests are designed to push your brain, patience, and sometimes sanity. But they’re also…
Read MorePreparing for USMLE Step 1: What I Wish I Knew Sooner
Preparing for USMLE Step 1: What I Wish I Knew Sooner It’s crunch time. You’re juggling clinical rotations, practice questions, and desperately trying to find a way to maintain some semblance of balance in your life. Welcome to your third year of medical school, and if you’re like most students, you’re probably feeling the pressure…
Read MoreFrom Failure to Success: Stories of Overcoming USMLE Setbacks
It’s Monday morning. You sit up, bleary-eyed, and reach for your phone. Before you’ve even had a sip of coffee, you’re scrolling. Your old classmate posted about their new puppy, and someone else lost theirs. Sound familiar? It’s like this avalanche of personal updates hits us every day, and without even realizing it, we’re caught…
Read MoreUnderstanding the Role of Practice Tests in USMLE Preparation
It’s a typical day, and you’re neck-deep in USMLE prep. You’ve heard it a hundred times: “Practice makes perfect,” but does it apply here? Well, yes. When it comes to acing the USMLE, practice questions aren’t just a nice-to-have—they’re essential. So, if you’ve been wondering if those practice questions will really help boost your score,…
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