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Jordan is in the midst of starting to study for STEP 2. An incredibly difficult medical school milestone test that basically helps determine what type of doctor you can be and where you will be able to practice. Mary Bess joins so I can break down the reasoning behind these milestone tests and how to prepare for them, specifically STEP 2. We discuss inside resources as well as what you can do outside of studying to help prepare you for the marathon. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

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Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

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Mary Bess is back and discusses her worst fears... Jordan's recent OBGYN cases, why humans are the only mammals to give birth with their legs in the air, and how women (specifically mother's) do not get enough credit during the birthing process. Enjoy!

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

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Mary Bess is host, Jordan Abney's, lovely girlfriend of several years. She has no medical experience so we like to bring her on to get a deeper understanding of the medical experience as well as get her view on topics as an outsider. We begin with talking to Jordan about his most recent OBGYN shelf exam and the pet peeves of taking standardize tests at busy testing centers. We then deep dive into the consequences of burning out and how it can effect other co-workers, or worse, patients. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

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Rosa Robustelli M.D. joins Jordan in this week's episode. Rosa and Jordan had the pleasure to meet and work together during their Internal Medicine and Surgery rotations. Rosa is a talented medical student with many hobbies outside of medicine and a great sense of humor. She is fantastic for advice in medicine, food and music. Join the two of them while they discuss the application process, current events and future plans in this must not miss episode. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

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On this week's episode, Jordan welcomes future doctors Luis Gonzalez and Michael Fragner to the mic. The three began their friendship at St. George's Medical School where they even decided to live together year two. Luis and Michael did their rotations in New York, while Jordan was in New Jersey, making it easy for the three to get together still. In this episode you will hear a little about this background but we also got to discuss the application process including interviews, travel goals in the future, and some old memories we shared together. You don't want to miss this episode!

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

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Host, Jordan Abney, a medical student dives into the lives of up and coming physicians, including unfiltered behind the scene stories of working inside healthcare facilities, all while continuing his path of education and providing top study tips. Welcome to Episode 1. 

Picmonic boosts confidence and grades. Our IRB study proved that with the Picmonic learning system students increase retention and test scores.

Years ago, psychologists and education researchers found mnemonics to be an effective tool in increasing retention and memory recall. Today, lots of different strategies for learning and memorization using mnemonics exist including keyword, phrase, music and image mnemonics.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for 20% off

Dedicated technology for medical schools, residency and health programs looking to optimize performance on in-service and licensure exams. Students get access to the content, questions, explanations, and all benefits of the SmartBank to help enhance their performances on high-stakes exams. TrueLearn provides national average comparisons, including score, percentile, and category weaknesses according to the exam blueprint.

Use code OFFWHITECOAT for $25 off your purchase.

Support the show