simon73
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My Exam Experience:
As I had stated earlier, I found the exam reasonable overall. Like stated by several, with regard to the degree of severity, it was between UW and NBME. Not as hard as UW and not as easy as NBME. There were barely any one step questions. Mostly 2 or 3 step questions. I arrived at the exam center at 7am and they let me start at 7.15am, which was very good. I had all the energy to have lunch only after 5th block. I took around 5 minute break after each block. The first 4 blocks were reasonable. Blocks 5, 6 and 7 were tough, particularly block 5 and 7. I had approximately 15 questions marked in each block to be reviewed after i finished answering all the questions. I didnt have many questions that requires using formulas for calculations. A lot of questions from Genetics and Pharmacology in my exam, but all the subject areas were covered. I felt reasonably good after my exam. I had hoped for a score in late 80s at least, but I am thankful to God for my score and am glad that it is over. Now I need to start my Step 2 prep and give my best to get good scores. Please let me know if you have questions regarding the exam and prep, I will try to answer as much I can.
Keep going friends.
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| simon73
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Thank you keepgoing. All the best to you.
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| kingsof2005
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congrats simon......wat was ur 3 digit score if u dont mind me asking also did u have a lot of neuro pictures?
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| simon73
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Thank you kings0f2005. My 3 digit score is 200. I had a few neuro pictures (may 2 or 3 in the entire exam). All the best to you.
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| keepgoing
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thanks dear,could you plz share ur nbme scores and other qbank scores,thanks 
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| study499
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wow simon,
Many many congratulations...Your score is very good and to me means more than 260...You are so brave to go thru this despite all other responsibilities...your journey of preparing for this step was outstanding
I have no doubt you will get your preferred residency.
All the very best with step 2...I hope I'll join you soon...Nice to have you here in the forum.
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| simon73
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Thank you study499. All the best for your prep and will look forward to you soon in Step 2 prep.
Thank you keepgoing. Below are my NBME scores in the order I took:
2 - 340 (early July)
5 - 380 (Mid-August)
3 - 390 (Mid-August)
1 - 450 (End of August)
4 - 410 (End of September)
6 - 410 (Mid-October)
Best wishes.
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| keepgoing
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Thank you so much.it is helpful.so nbme 6 was best predictor .cool!
wish u GL again
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| target
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Great simon ! Keep up the hardwork for step2 and you will ace it , I am sure! If you can do so well under all circumstances............You should be able to do a lot better in Step 2.
I took my exam yday and really dont know how to feel at this point. We will see!
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| simon73
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Thank you keepgoing and target.
Hi Target, read your exam experience just now. I am sure you will ace it. I have you in my prayers. Best wishes.
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| veteran
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Simon, congratulations! Full time job, family with young kids and step 1 prep- you wore many hats and wore them well. Wish you every success in the future! See you in step 2 prep!
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| simon73
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Thank you veteran for your kind words and for providing words of encouragement in my journey. Most important person who was backbone of my efforts was my wife, who watched the kids in the last few months so that i could study during weekends. I cannot thank her enough for her faith and support. Will resume step 2 prep soon.
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| Karime
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Thank you so much Simon for your postings.......GL with Step2
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| simon73
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Thank you Karime. All the best for your prep.
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| jhmd
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Congratulations on passing your exam...you are an inspiration for parents like meBest wishes for your step 2 and God bless you and your family...for sure you have a wonderful family
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| simon73
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Thank you jhmd. All the best for your prep.
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| commit
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Congrats, simon! I have been away for a long while. Good to know that you did well. I am really proud of you. You have done an excellent job and given all you have. You also inspired a lot of people like me on this forum. Best luck for your step 2.
I will take the exam in a week. Will keep you posted if you are still around.
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| simon73
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Thank you commit. All the best for your exam.
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| simon73
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2 more days, you are almost there commit. Give it all. All the best.
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