Insidetheboards For The Usmle, Comlex & Medical School

Today's episode focuses on ITB's own Stewart Bryant and his experience leading up to and on the day of his USMLE Step 1 Examination. The Medical Mnemonist (an InsideTheBoards Podcast) Check out our newest podcast on Apple Podcasts or, for cross platform, on Podbean. InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content) Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app. Premium Features Subscribe

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features two articles:  The Top Ten Resources for Struggling Medical Students Now, That's What I Call High-Yield: Microbiology Part 2 The Medical Mnemonist (an InsideTheBoards Podcast) Check out our newest podcast on Apple Podcasts or, for cross platform, on Podbean. InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Podcast Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create

 InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features two articles: Truths and Myths of Starting USMLE Step 1 Prep Now That's What I Call High Yield: Microbiology Part 1 The Medical Mnemonist (an InsideTheBoards Podcast) Check out our newest podcast on Apple Podcasts or, for cross platform, on Podbean. InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, c

Today's episode features an excerpt from ITB's newest podcast, the Medical Mnemonist (click the link below to subscribe and listen to the complete interview). Dr. Chase DiMarco from FreeMedEd.org (and ITB's newest team member and podcast host-at-large) interviews Dr. David Larson on memory techniques and flashcard creation. Dr. Larson is the author of Medical School 2.0: An Unconventional Guide to Learn Faster, Ace the USMLE, and Get into Your Top Choice Residency The Medical Mnemonist (an InsideTheBoards Podcast) Listen to the complete interview from today's episode on Apple Podcasts or, for cross platform, on Podbean.  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our

Today we have a very special episode as we're announcing a new host for the ITB Podcast. Dr. Ted X. O'Connell (website here) is the author of Crush Step 1, USMLE Step 2 Secrets, USMLE Step 3 Secrets and a bunch of other books in the medical education space. He also has a free podcast/audiobook version of USMLE Step 2 secrets which you can find on iTunes here. We are excited to have Dr. O'Connell join the ITB platform. In the months ahead, you'll be hearing from him a lot more, especially over on the Study Smarter Channel. ITB is "hella stoked" to have such an experienced educator join our team.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content) Mindfulness meditations designed specifical

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features two articles: Rest Assured: Studies Show Sleep Affects Learning in Medical School  USMLE Question Breakdown: Structural Changes to the Heart  Question Excerpt: A 62-year-old man presented to the emergency room with a 45-minute history of severe chest pain. EKG shows ST elevations in leads II, III, and aVF... ... Which of the following conditions is the most likely the cause of structural changes to the patient’s heart? A) Atrial septal defect B) Mitral insufficiency C) Long-standing hypertension D) Mitral Stenosis E) Recent myocardial infarction F) Ventricular fibrillation Read the full vignette and po

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features three articles: Well-Being and Academic Skills in Medical School: Building Resilience Part 1 and Part 2 USMLE Question Breakdown Pathophysiology of Pharmacologic Side Effects  Question Excerpt: A 47 year old male with a past medical history of hypertension and obesity presents to his primary care physician for routine physical examination and yearly laboratory studies. His labs are remarkable for total cholesterol 190, LDL 75, and HDL 25...His physician starts him on a second medication at this time and his symptoms improve. ... This second medication works by what mechanism of action? A: Dermal activa

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features two articles: 1. Reasoning Through Multi-Step USMLE and Shelf Exam Questions by David Lerner 2. USMLE Question Breakdown: Cardiac Causes of Syncope by Dr. Christopher Carrubba Question Excerpt: A 28 year old male presents to the ED after a witnessed syncopal event. ... Which of the following medications would be contraindicated in this patient:A: AmiodaroneB: AdenosineC: ProcainamideD: Warfarin Read the full vignette and post here.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started,

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) Another feature in our Audio Blog series where we take posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and record them for on-the-go learning. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's episode features the article: USMLE Step 1 & Step 2 CK Question Breakdown: 2-in-1 Edition by Dr. Brian Radavansky Excerpt:  An 83-year old woman presents to the ED with very acute abdominal pain for 1 hour. ... What test would be most likely to establish her diagnosis? Chest X-Ray Abdominal CT Angiography RUQ US Amylase, Lipase, and LFTs MRCP Abdominal X-Ray Read the full vignette and post here. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website in

Today's interview features Dr. Wendell Cole. He's an ortho resident and author of the new book, The Med School Survival Kit: Breezing through Medical School While Crushing Your Exams. Today, we're discussing his book, covering a high-yield practice question on gout, and he offers some practical advice on taking notes during your preclinical years and achieving balance as a medical student. Check out his podcast, Convos with Cole, especially the episode How to Get a 250 on Step 1. Win a free copy of his book. Share this episode and tag both @IamDrCole (Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram) and ITB (@boardsinsider on Twitter, @InsideTheBoards everywhere else).  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, crea

Intro In this episode we dissect the following practice question with Dr. Brian Radvansky from MedSchoolTutors.  Question Stem A 67-year old man presents to the Emergency Department with a 2-day history of progressively worsening cough. He has a history of poorly-controlled hypertension, 30 pack-year smoking history, well-controlled diabetes, and a STEMI 4 years prior. He complains of mild sharp chest pain while coughing, some shortness of breath while walking around his apartment, and lightheadedness when standing up. Vital signs on arrival are HR 114, BP 100/55, RR 26, T 101.9 ℉, SpO2 86% on 4 L nasal cannula. Physical exam is significant for general ill appearance, decreased breath sounds in the right lower chest, tachypnea, tachycardia, and use of accessory muscles of breathing. His is somewhat alert and oriented only to person and place. ABG shows pH 7.29/pCO2 60/pO2 69. EKG shows Q-waves in the inferior leads. Which of the following is most likely to improve the patient’s clinical status? Dobutamine Fu

Intro In this episode we dissect the following practice question with Dr. Brian Radvansky from MedSchoolTutors.  Question Stem A 24-year old female with no past medical history presents to her primary care doctor complaining of a fever. The fever started two days ago, though she was unable to take temperatures at home and has just felt “hot.” Review of systems is positive for fatigue, arthralgia, and decreased urine output in the last day or so. She recently completed a course of trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole for an uncomplicated urinary tract infection. Vital signs are temperature 101.3F, heart rate 104 bpm, blood pressure of 114/74, and respiratory rate of 18. Physical exam is significant for a diffuse, non-pruritic maculopapular rash on the torso, but is otherwise normal. Lab studies show the following:Sodium 141 mEq/LPotassium 4.4 mEq/LChloride 99 mEq/LBicarbonate 23 mEq/LBUN 30 mg/dlCreatinine 2.1 mg/dlGlucose 102 mg/dlUrinalysis shows pyuria w/many eosinophils and no bacteria. What is the most likely et

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors)  This is the first feature in our Audio Blog Series. We're taking posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and recording them for on-the-go listening. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school.  Today's episode features two articles:  Mental Health and Medical School: When and How to Treat Yourself by Dr. Tzvi Doron   7 Proven Techniques to Manage USMLE Test Anxiety by Dr. Brian Radavansky   InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account

This is a "best of" episode of the ITB podcast, a rebroadcast of one of the first ITB Podcasts episodes with Dr. Kevin Pho from KevinMD.com.  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only on our mobile app.  Premium Features Subscribe to an ITB premium account and get additional features  Access to 500+ audio o

InsideTheBoards Audio Blog (powered by MedSchoolTutors) This is the first feature in our Audio Blog Series. We're taking posts from The MedSchoolTutors Blog (the very best blog for medical school) and recording them for on-the-go listening. We're focusing on articles that cover question breakdowns, examination and study advice, and those related to mental wellbeing and wellness during medical school. Today's article which you can read in full here is titled "USMLE Strategy: Shrinking Questions Down to Manageable Size" by Dr. Christopher Carrubba InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes. ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS. To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features All of ou

This is a "best of" episode of the ITB podcast, a rebroadcast of our with MedSchoolCoach founder, Sahil Mehta. We dissect a practice question related to urinary retention and cover what MSC does to help students prepare for their boards exams and medical school coursework.  MedSchoolCoach Minute and offer for ITB listeners In today's MedSchoolCoach minute we discuss the two types of students who benefit most from tutoring. Go to medschoolcoach.com/itb and use the offer code "ITB&MSC" when you sign up to take advantage of 10% off MSC's coaching and tutoring service.  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com

This is a "best of" episode of the ITB podcast, a rebroadcast of our two part interview with SketchyMedical's co-founding brothers Bryan and Aaron Lemieux. We talk about the USMLE Step 1, dissect a pediatrics/microbiology question, discuss how Sketchy works and take a behind the scenes look at one of the most popular resources used by medical students.  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly of

This is a "best of" episode of the ITB podcast, a rebroadcast of the combined parts of our interview with Josh Landy from Figure 1. Also, check out the DDx podcast, produced by Figure 1. It's a podcast about how doctors think and well worth the listen. In this show, Figure 1 co-founder, Josh Landy discusses medical education in Canada and offers a preview of why he founded the social photo sharing platform for medicine, Figure 1. Figure 1 offers a visually-engaging and privacy-compliant educational experience. And it's all free. Plus, Elizabeth covers a high-yield question from the Figure 1 platform.  Mentioned in this episode:  1. The Figure 1 example case can be found by going to this episode's webpage at https://www.insidetheboards.com/episode021/  2. Top Figure 1 users to follow: https://www.insidetheboards.com/figure1/  3. Instagram for Medical Students: https://www.insidetheboards.com/instagram-for-medical-school/  InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Check out th

In this episode, Ryan Orwig from STATMed learning tells us more about the STATMed platform, how his boards workship helps students improve their scores by focusing on and improving the strategy they employ in studying and in approaching multiple choice questions in question banks like USMLE World, Kaplan, USMLE-Rx (or any Qbank). Plus, we give an example of some specific tactics to apply to practice questions with a gynecology example question from the Open Osmosis platform  STATMed Lessons on the ITB Study Smarter Channel Check out more from Ryan and STATMed learning on the ITB Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 where we discuss common difficulties facing a medical student (and how to fix them) like what do you do when you narrow down a questions to two answer choices but always pick the wrong one, how to deal wit the problem of doing volumes of questions but not seeing your score improve,  Go to thestatprogram.com/ITB for a special offer on the STATMed Boards Workship only for ITB

InsideTheBoards Study Smarter Series for the USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 This is a rebroadcast from our 2017 Study Smarter Series. In this episode Patrick deconstructs some practice USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 Renal questions (provided by the fine folks at Osmosis) with Dustyn Williams from OnlineMedEd.org  The full discussion can be found on the ITB Study Smarter Series Podcast channel. Go to bit.ly/ITBpodcasts or just click here to check it out on iTunes.  ITB Audio Qbank and iOS Beta App The Audio Qbank by InsideTheBoards mobile app has both free and premium features and is available on both Android and iOS.  To get started, first, create a Boardsinsider Account on our website insidetheboards.com Free Features  All of our podcasts in one place organized into playlists for easy studying (also with less ads and exclusive content)  Mindfulness meditations designed specifically for medical students  A monthly offering of high yield content (questions dissections, audio qbank samples) available only o