Preparing for the USMLE Step 1 is a very important task and requires a lot of time and effort. There are many resources available, some are free and others cost money. As a medical student, it’s important to use the right resources so that you can get the most out of your study time. Here are some of the best resources I’ve found:
1) First Aid for USMLE Step 1: This is one of the most popular books used by medical students preparing for Step 1. It provides an excellent overview of key concepts in medicine and has practice questions at the end of each chapter. The explanations are very thorough, which makes it easy to read through quickly if you’re pressed for time. The questions are generally easier than those on actual exams, but they do help reinforce concepts taught in lecture or textbook chapters.
2) Kaplan’s Qbook: Another popular book for studying for Step 1, especially among people who have already taken classes or did fairly well in them. The material is all arranged by organ system (i.e., cardiovascular, pulmonary), which makes it useful as a review tool during breaks between courses or tests because it helps reinforce topics that were covered recently but may have been forgotten over time due to lack
Usmle Books Step
by Dr. Ryan Gray
The USMLE Step 1 Secrets study guide is a complete, all-in-one resource that will help you master the concepts and techniques that are essential for success on this challenging exam. The book includes:
A complete breakdown of how to prepare, including how to create an effective study schedule, what to eat and drink before the exam, and more
Hundreds of sample high-yield questions on all topics covered by the exam (including anatomy, biochemistry, embryology, pharmacology, microbiology and immunology), with detailed answers and explanations
More than 300 practice questions to assess your knowledge at three levels—high yield/low yield/high yield—so you can target your studying more effectively
Step 1 Secrets also includes a bonus CD-ROM containing additional practice questions from previous exams!
