At the end of basic sciences, my school requires us to pass a comprehensive basic sciences exam (CBSE), which is administered by the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). We must obtain a minimum score of 70 in order to be eligible to sit for Step 1. If you’re not familiar with the CBSE, it’s […]
Preparing for Boards During Year II
Second-year started with my favorite course: genitourinary! Second-year also means getting ready for boards which will be coming up the beginning of June. As an osteopathic student, we have to take COMLEX Level 1 and have the option of taking USMLE Step 1. The two exams are very similar in content except for the osteopathic […]
The Importance of a Board Exam Backup Plan
I chose to take my Step 2 Clinical Skills exam in Los Angeles because my younger sister lives there, and…why not?! After taking Step 2 Clinical Knowledge back home in New York, heading to Kansas City for the American Academy of Family Physicians National Conference, and a couple relaxing days hanging with my sister in […]
