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EPISODE · Mar 15, 2025 · 39 MIN

Failed Step 1 Twice | Study Strategies with Vickie, Medical Student

from Life as a Patient-Doctor · host Dr. Stephanie Moss, MD

If you're struggling to prepare for USMLE Step 1, you're not alone! In this video, Dr. Moss and Vickie share their personal experience of failing Step 1 twice and how they bounced back with a new study strategy. Vickie  @MadeittoMedicine  the mistakes she made in her initial attempts and how she overcame them to finally pass the exam. Whether you're a medstudent looking for study motivation or searching for an effective Step 1 study plan, this video is for you. Vickie shares her top tips and tricks for exam resilience, academic resilience, and staying motivated throughout your USMLE journey. If you're looking for a USMLE roadmap to success, this video is a must-watch. Tune in to learn how to prepare for USMLE Step 1, create a study schedule that works for you, and stay focused on your goal of becoming a licensed physician. Vickie's story is a testament to the power of perseverance and determination, and her advice will inspire you to keep pushing forward, even when the going gets tough.Vickie discusses struggling with the USMLE Step 1, failing it twice, and dealing with an ADHD diagnosis during this period. She elaborates on the importance of seeking USMLE accommodations, her study strategies, and maintaining mental health. Connect with Vickie:  @MadeittoMedicine  Check out this comprehensive blog post on managing STEP Failure & Match: https://medpsycmoss.com/blog/step-failure-to-matchLet’s Connect: @medpsycmossInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/medpsycmoss/Twitter/X: ⁠⁠⁠https://twitter.com/medpsymoss⁠⁠⁠ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@medpsycmoss?_t=8kS9kVfKjUc&_r=1Listen to Podcast “Life as a Patient-Doctor:Youtube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLUfheMZYKjA8xJN3_tzjvvCWGn8HKh_Rt&si=erIIirgQyAsEkBR4 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/685WDhQHXulbCmh2siIOp3Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/life-as-a-patient-doctor/id1719637283***This episode is for educational purposes only and is not intended nor implied to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis or treatment. All opinions voiced are the opinions of the speakers and not reflective of any institution. Please follow up with your health provider and therapist for any additional questions or support.*** Chapters:00:00 Sneak Peak00:54 Re-Introduction to Guest02:00 STEP1 Struggles04:57 Overcoming Failures & Building Confidence08:16 A Timeline is Just a Guideline09:20 Step 1 vs Step 215:15 ADHD Diagnosis - Gender Differences17:30 ADHD in Medical School19:52 ADHD Diagnosis Journey20:45 Study with Me21:32 NBME Accommodations24:47 Testing Over Multiple Days30:43 Advice for Medical Students36:49 Summary37:42 Contact38:53 More Resources39:30 Bloopers#usmle #medstudent #usmlestep1

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