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Studying for the USMLE Step 1 exam can be both stressful and painful, but there are ways to ensure success and they don't all involve studying for every waking hour of your day. By using a few simple yet effective techniques, you can not only learn more in less time, but you can increase the quality of every hour you spend studying for this extremely important exam.
Don't forget that the USMLE Step 1 is now the biggest obstacle you face in attaining a US residency position, as there are increasingly more and more applicants every single year. For this reason, learn to apply the following three techniques to help ensure you score well above average on your exam.
Trick #1 - Use mnemonics
Let's face it, there is an insane amount of memorization required for success in medical school. Subjects that are purely memory-based like microbiology and anatomy can be simplified by developing mnemonics for the tougher areas. By creating mnemonics that are personal to you, you can link material to your own personal stories and significantly simplify your studies.
Trick #2 - Use charts and graphs freely
Physiology is a tough course, as there is a ton of information to comprehend. Since it is highly conceptual, graphs and charts are great tools to help you master this material. Whether you use someone else's or your own, do use them as they will make this tricky subject more understandable.
Trick #3 - Use images with notations added
Use images freely, especially for subject like anatomy, pathology, and microbiology, as doing so this can help you make links and connection between a single picture and some tough information. Simply take a picture and add a few high-yield notes in order to ensure you get the most from each picture you add.
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