UGME Division of Medical Education
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Academic Assistance in Second-Year Courses

Core Course Assistance

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  Assistance in the second-year SOM curriculum is primarily provided by the course faculty.
 

Preparation for USMLE  Step 1

 

USMLE Strategy Session during Fall Quarter:             

 

During Fall quarter, an OESS staff member will discuss effective study strategies for combining USMLE Step 1 review with mastering second-year curricular material. Performing solidly in second-year core courses will typically increase USMLE scores more than sacrificing core course studying to focus specifically on USMLE review.


Selected Subject Reviews during Winter and Spring Quarters:

If there is sufficient student interest, OESS staff members will offer reviews of specific first-year subjects; whenever possible, the reviews are coordinated with the second-year curriculum to enhance retention of the material and promote the integration of first- and second-year course material.

 

Supplemental Materials:

OESS staff members provide summaries of high-yield information and USMLE-style quizzes in some first-year subjects; students will be notified via the Student Life Forum when these are posted.

 

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