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USMLE Step 2 Video Lectures

USMLE blog for smart people — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:03:00 +0100

Are you looking for an inexpensive and fast way to get Step 2 Video Materials? One of the main problems with buying stuff on disks is that they get scratched... in transit, in storage. Most importantly you only found this when you have couple of days before exam to make a very quick review of materials.Our friends from www.usmlestep.com are offering innovative way to get Step 2 Video Lectures. Now you can download Step 2 Kaplan Video Lectures from the fast servers and store this on your hard drive. Basically if you have 2 Mbit/s connection, you can download full package in 24 hours.Do the rest of math yourself... with 4 or even 8 Mbit/s.I encourage you to test the new service and download a sample videos using this link:http://usmlestep.com/usmle-torrent.htmlAnd if you like the speed order...

Kaplan 2009 Step 2 Videos for USMLE exam

USMLE blog for smart people — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 04:32:00 +0100

A lot of people are now talking about Step 2 Kaplan Video Lectures for USMLE - and it seems that someone have seen that Kaplan released new set of videos for 2009. I have not seen them - but would be interested to understand if anyone had a chance to get those new videos.Any lucky USMLE takers possessing USMLE Step 2 Kaplan Videos (new edition)?powered by www.usmlestep.com (Source: USMLE blog for smart people)

Interesting link - medical guidemaps

USMLE blog for smart people — Tue, 02 Jun 2009 12:29:00 +0100

That is a very useful for USMLE Step 2 CK preparation.Here is the desceription from the owner: I started this new website in March 2005. Its main purpose is to host my soapbox essays. My soapbox essays are critical essays that are mainly focused on reviewing/analysing randomised controlled trials (RCTs) in order to demonstrate weaknesses/flaws in the design and interpretation of RCTs. My latest essays are at the top of the list. My oldest essays are at the the bottom of the list — some of them express opinions which I no longer hold, or opinions which reflect my limited EBM knowledge of earlier years. I have also decided to host my medical guidemaps on this website. Please note that i) I am retired and I am no longer practicing clinical medicine and ii) I am no longer revising the gui...

USMLE Step 2 Lectures 2008/2009 edition

USMLE blog for smart people — Thu, 12 Feb 2009 17:01:00 +0100

Many friends asked me about USMLE Step 2 Lectures published in 2008/2009.Unfortunately, I have not heard of these videos on the grey market. Kaplan Step 2 Videos have been released in 2002/2003. Although some people keep referring to them as 2006 or even 2007 step 2 kaplan lectures, in reality this is 2002/2003 Step 2 Lectures.On the other side - medicine is not IT science and is not changing every 3 years.So, stick to whatever materials you have and keep fingers crossed...Good luck in your Exam!powered by www.usmlestep.com (Source: USMLE blog for smart people)

Goljan Step 2 Notes

USMLE blog for smart people — Sat, 06 Sep 2008 05:37:00 +0100

Goljan Step 2 notes do not exist. Goljan is referring to the Kaplan Step 2 notes -use them to complement the Goljan Step 2 lectures.powered by www.usmlestep.com (Source: USMLE blog for smart people)

USMLE STEP-2 EXAM advises

USMLE — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 12:00:00 +0100

This is mostly clinical exam so do not expect much of mechanism of diseases and drugs but concentrate on diagnosis and management. COMPUTER BASED STEP-2, CBT This is the experience from one of IMGs, who took it very recently and explains the facts…”I gave CBT and i felt it does not make any difference.I was able to [...] (Source: USMLE)

Announcement regarding nbme test delivery software field trial

USMLE — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 06:17:12 +0100

The National Board of Medical Examiners® (NBME®) is developing new software for delivery of its examination programs, including the United States Medical Licensing Examination™ (USMLE™), which NBME jointly owns with the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB). A field trial of this software is planned for February 11 to March 1, 2008, at selected Prometric™ [...] (Source: USMLE)

IMGs Participating in 2009 Match Should Take Step 2 CS by August 2008

USMLE — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 06:14:33 +0100

International medical students/graduates, including participants/graduates of Fifth Pathway programs, who need to pass Step 2 Clinical Skills (CS) to participate in the 2009 Match (in March 2009) are strongly encouraged to take Step 2 CS by August 2008. Traditionally, there has been high demand for testing appointments in the period from September through December. For 2008, [...] (Source: USMLE)

All watches to be prohibited during Step 2 CS testing

USMLE — Sat, 15 Dec 2007 06:11:29 +0100

actually i don’t know why they made this decision, prohibiting watches ? anyway , here’s the announcement published on the USMLE official site with no extra comment !!!!!!!!!!!! All watches to be prohibited during Step 2 CS testing - starting January 1, 2008 USMLE will be modifying procedures such that all watches will be restricted from the testing [...] (Source: USMLE)

Goljan Step 2

USMLE blog for smart people — Mon, 03 Dec 2007 15:07:00 +0100

After you have seen the Goljan lecture for Step 1 you want to get similar one for Step 2.What does it cover? Internal Medicine and Surgery1. Acid-Base and Electrolytes 2. Biostatistics 3. Cardiology 4. Dermatology 5. Diabetes Mellitus 6. Ear, Nose, and Throat 7. Endocrinology 8. Gastroenterology 9. Genetics 10. Hematology 11. Immunology 12. Infectious Diseases 13. Laboratory Medicine 14. Nephrology 15. Neurology 16. Ophthalmology 17. Pulmonology 18. Urology 19. Vitamins and Minerals 20. General SurgeryThis is 20 perfect lectures for you and the special price of XXUSDCheck the price and download the lectures immediately at this link:http://usmlestep.com/goljan-step2.htmpowered by www.usmlestep.com (Source: USMLE blog for smart people)

Goljan Step 2 Notes

USMLE STUFF Blog — Fri, 31 Aug 2007 11:43:33 +0100

; - Gastrointestinal notes - Hepatobiliary - Pancresas notes - Renal - Lower urinary notes - STD-Gynecology Notes - Endocrine - Musculoskeletal - Skin Notes - CNS/Special Senses Goljan Step 2: http://rapidshare.com/files/42470426/Goljan_HY_Notes-_Part_2.pdf (Source: USMLE STUFF Blog)

Kaplan Usmle Step 2 Psychiatry Epidemiology Ethics Step 2 CK on rapidshare

USMLE STUFF Blog — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 14:21:22 +0100

File: Kaplan_Psychiatry_&_Epidemiology_&_Ethics_.rar DownloadLink: http://rapidshare.com/files/51622470/Kaplan_Psychiatry___Epidemiology___Ethics_.rar File-Size: 5,03 MB Uploaded: 27.08.2007, 17:12:51 (Source: USMLE STUFF Blog)

Kaplan Usmle Step 2 Gynecology and obstetrics Step 2 CK

USMLE STUFF Blog — Mon, 27 Aug 2007 14:16:32 +0100

File: Kaplan_O&G_.rar DownloadLink: http://rapidshare.com/files/51620886/Kaplan_O_G_.rar File-Size: 4,87 MB Uploaded: 27.08.2007, 17:03:49 (Source: USMLE STUFF Blog)

Amazing General Resources

Med-Source — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 04:06:00 +0100

Below are the must have books / sites / programs that WILL make your life easier in med school (for specific subjects & clerkships see the appropriate post, below are overarching resources in alphabetical order).Access Medicine - Provides practice tests (same questions as "Pre-Test" for Step 1, Step 2 & the Shelf exams). Check with your school to see if you have access.EndNote - if you ever tried to write a paper for publication without EndNote you were missing out.EndNote locates reference data and creates bibliographies for curricula vitae, manuscripts, grant proposals, term papers and other publications. Simply select a publication by name from over 1000 journals and styles guides and EndNote will generate a perfectly formatted document.Download a free trial or ask around school, every ...

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > Surgery (set #1)

Med-Source — Sun, 19 Aug 2007 00:10:00 +0100

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > SurgeryQ1) You have been asked to perform a preoperative consultation on a 65-year-old male who will be undergoing a testicular hernia repair. Of the following findings, which is of most concern in predicting a cardiac complication in this patient undergoing noncardiac surgery?a) Age over 60b) History of myocardial infarction 3.5 years agoc) Harsh systolic crescendo-decrescendo murmur radiating to the carotidsd) ECG and subsequent telemetry showing up to five PVCs per minutee) Serum creatinine 2.0 mg/dLQ2) A right hemicolectomy is performed on a 57-year-old woman with adenocarcinoma who had a preoperative elevation of carcinoembryonic antigen (CEA) to 144. After falling to normal levels postoperatively, her most recent (24-month) follow-up level wa...

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > Surgery (set #2)

Med-Source — Sat, 18 Aug 2007 01:00:00 +0100

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > SurgeryQ1) A workup for a patient with frequent and multiple areas of cutaneous ecchymosis discloses a large spleen and evidence of immune (idiopathic) thrombocytopenic purpura (ITP). ITP includes which of the following? a) A significant enlargement of the spleenb) A high reticulocyte countc) Megakaryocytic elements in the bone marrowd) An increase in platelet count on cortisone therapye) Patient age of less than 5 yearsQ2) 4. A 27-year-old man undergoes general anesthesia for a hernia repair. As the anesthesia begins, his jaw muscles tense and he becomes generally rigid. He becomes febrile, tachycardic, and tachypnic. Intravenous administration of which of the following agents may be lifesaving?a) Suxamethoniumb) Nitrous oxidec) Succinylcholined) ...

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > Surgery (set #3)

Med-Source — Thu, 16 Aug 2007 12:06:00 +0100

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > SurgeryQ1) A 75-year-old male undergoes an abdominal CT looking for liver metasteses from a known colonic adenoma. On the CT a 4.9 cm abdominal aortic aneurysm(AAA). Which of the following risk factors is NOT a contributor to this pt's AAA?a) His age.b) Hypercholesterolemia.c) Diabetes.d) Smoking.e) Hypertension.Q2) A 64 year old diabetic male with a history of PVD presents to vascular clinic with pain and paresthesias of the L foot. The pain improves with rest but always returns after walking approximately 6 city blocks. Which of the following likely represent this patients test results after and ABI?a) ABI = 1.1 - 1.4b) ABI = 0.9 - 1.0c) ABI = 0.6 - 0.8d) ABI = 0.4 - 0.5e) ABI < 0.3Q3)A 7-year-old girl fell while sledding and suffered a jagged wo...

NMS Review for USMLE Step 2 CK 3rd Ed

USMLE STUFF Blog — Tue, 14 Aug 2007 20:55:06 +0100

ition 2006 http://rapidshare.com/files/46391818/nms3step2.rar Book Description Now in its Second Edition, this book is a comprehensive resource that guides preparation for the USMLE Step 2 clinical science examination. The contributing authors are teaching faculty at National Medical School Review, a leader in providing review programs for both USMLE Step 1 and Step 2. The questions, explanations, and preparation guidelines will help students master the high-yield information they need for positive results on the Step 2 examination. This book will help students review all major content areas covered on the exam, become acquainted with the current exam format, and determine clinical areas where further study may be needed. Book Info Comprehensive resource for preparation for the USM...

Foolproof Templates for Surgery Notes

Med-Source — Thu, 02 Aug 2007 22:48:00 +0100

Here are templates for pre-op, post-op, and progress notes that will ensure you don't forget anything important when rounding on your surgical patientsSurgery Pre-Op NoteSurgery Post-Op NoteSurgery Progress NoteI am currently studying for my surgery Shelf Exam and have come across 2 great books, both are cased based and work through clinical scenarios much like the actual exam:Surgical Attending Rounds: presents each topic as a realistic clinical case with question-and-answer teaching points and clinical decision-making algorithmsNMS Surgery Casebook: surgical cases that begin with a clinical scenario and go through the decision-making process of patient management step-by-step. (Source: Med-Source)

usmle step 2 downloads

USMLE STUFF Blog — Fri, 27 Jul 2007 23:51:52 +0100

Lange Case Files Obstetrics & Gynecology for usmle step 2 Case Files Pharmacology Case Files Pathology Case Files Pediatrics Case Files Microbiology Kaplan Webprep Videos PHYSIOLOGY PATHOLOGY Anatomy BEHAVIORAL SCIENCE GENETICS MICROBIOLOGY BIOCHEMISTRY PHARMACOLOGY Immunology First Aid Series First Aid For the MATCH First Aid For IMG First Aid Step 3 first Aid for usmle Step 2 CS first Aid for usmle Step 2 CK first Aid Step 1 2007 (Source: USMLE STUFF Blog)

Mock exam step2

USMLE STUFF Blog — Tue, 10 Jul 2007 00:19:27 +0100

Book Description The USMLE Step 2 Mock Exam presents 750 board type multiple choice questions with answers and explanations. The questions closely adhere to the Step 2 clinical vignette formulations and the 15 one-hour test blocks faithfully replicate current exam conditions. Book Info (Hanley & Belfus) Medical College of Georgia, Savannah. Presents a realistic idea of the types of questions to expect on the USMLE Step 2 boards exam. Questions adhere to the latest Step 2 clinical vignette formulations and the 15 one-hour test blocks replicate current exam conditions. Softcover. –This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title. Paperback: 350 pages Publisher: Hanley & Belfus; 2 edition (July 15, 2004) Language: English ISBN-10: 1560536101 ISBN...

Content Outlines & Practice Questions for the Shelf Exams

Med-Source — Fri, 06 Jul 2007 01:15:00 +0100

Shelf Exam Information from the NBMETopical breakdown for each clinical shelf examSample questions for the Shelf exams (Source: Med-Source)

Med-Spot on Med-Source: Coagulopathies

Med-Source — Thu, 21 Jun 2007 21:33:00 +0100

Med-Spot 6.21.07 - CoagulopathiesThe values of the PT & PTT provide a fair amount of information when trying to narrow down the etiology of a bleeding disorder. The following information is incredibly testable (boards, shelf, etc) and useful on the wards PT PTT Inherited Coagulopathies Acquired Coagulopathies ↑ nl. factor VII deficiency warfarinvit. K deficiencyliver dz.inhibitor of factor VII nl ↑ hemophiliasvWD heparinfactor inhibitorsantiphospholipid Ab ↑ ↑ prothrombin deficiencyfibrinogen deficiencyfactor V or X deficiencycombined factor deficiency heparin + warfarinDICliver dzinhibitor of prothrombin (Source: Med-Source)

Step 2 CK Examination to Include Items with Associated Audio and Video Beginning in August 2007

USMLE — Mon, 18 Jun 2007 13:40:00 +0100

A small number of multiple-choice items with associated audio and/or video clips will be introduced into the USMLE Step 2 CK Examination beginning in early August 2007. No more than 5 items with associated media clips will appear in a single examination. The 2007 USMLE Orientation Materials include a small number of multiple-choice items that [...] (Source: USMLE)

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions - Heme / Onc

Med-Source — Sun, 03 Jun 2007 13:11:00 +0100

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > Internal Medicine > Hematology / OncologyQ1) A 72-year-old for a routine exam. She has hypertension for which she takes a daily aspirin and ramipril. Her medical history is otherwise noncontributory.On physical examination, pulse rate is 80/min, and blood pressure is 140/80 mm Hg. There is no bony tenderness, splenomegaly, or lymphadenopathy. Laboratory studies indicate a hemoglobin of 13.6 g/dL , leukocyte count of 7200/μL, and a platelet count of 247,000/μL. Total serum protein level is elevated to 8.0 g/dL, and serum creatinine and calcium concentrations are normal. Serum protein electrophoresis reveals a 1.2-g/dL monoclonal protein spike, further identified as IgG-κ by immunofixation. Bone marrow aspirate smear shows 7% plasmacytosis. No lyt...

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions - Rheumatology

Med-Source — Thu, 31 May 2007 02:32:00 +0100

SHELF / USMLE Step 2 Practice Questions > Internal Medicine > RheumatologyQ1) A 36-year-old man is evaluated for worsening left knee pain and swelling of 2 days' duration. He does not have dysuria or any systemic symptoms. He has not seen a physician since his last routine physical examination, which was normal and occurred 2 years ago. His father has gout and coronary artery disease. On physical examination, he is afebrile. He walks with a limp because of his pain. The left knee is warm, tender, and distended. The remainder of the examination is unremarkable.Laboratory StudiesHemoglobin - 13.3 g/dLLeukocyte count - 8600/µL normal differential)Platelet count - 320,000/µLUrinalysis - NormalAspiration of the knee joint yields 20 mL of fluid (leukocyte count, 30,000/µL; 94% neutrophils). N...

USMLE STEP-2 EXAM advises

USMLE — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 02:29:00 +0100