Sage-Tips

How difficult is it to crack aiims PG?

It is difficult but definitely possible. Entrance exams don’t just test your knowledge but also your attitude and commitment ( in every exam there is about 15-20\% of questions which is not answered by the topper too, there is a reason for these questions).

How many attempts are there for aiims PG?

There’s no age limit nor attempt limit. You can attempt any number of times. AIIMS PG Exam is conducted twice a year so if you cannot attempt if this November you can apply for it in May 2020. The candidate must have passed MBBS with atleast 55\% aggregate(general category) for SC/ST/OBC 50\% aggregate is required.

Is Uworld good for NEET PG?

Definitely. Definitely. Also a number of visual based questions are also asked in AIIMS PG (>50) for which again you need to memorize the images of standard textbooks ( Ganong,Bailey, Robbins etc). So solving Kaplan,Uworld will definitely help you in case scenario based questions and visual questions.

Is USMLE difficult or NEET PG?

Though both the exams, AIIMS PG and USMLE are tough but definitely USMLE (The United States Medical Licensing Examination) has an upper-hand, having the more tougher topics to deal with. Residency – In AIIMS PG, a good rank guarantees a residency while it’s not in the case of USMLE.

Did you read through first aid for the USMLE Step 1?

I never read through First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 a single time. Not once. Let me be clear: I used First Aid. However, I never read through the “Step 1 Bible” page by page. Instead, my approach was to do QBank questions first, then to use First Aid as a reference later.

How can I improve my first aid Step 1 score?

The “First Aid-First” approach wastes time and gives us less time to improve our scores. Instead, here are the four keys to using UWorld and First Aid to maximize your Step 1 score. 1. Understand First Aid’s Purpose/Origin

Is there a first aid book similar to step 1?

If you’re looking for a First Aid similar to the go-to Step 1 source you used in 2nd year of med school, this is not the book. I found the content under each disease listing to be surprisingly inadequate.

Is it easier to measure first aid mastery or read?

It’s easier to count the number of pages of First Aid we’ve read. However, looking for things where the light won’t help you if you’re looking in the wrong place. Comparatively, it is much harder to measure mastery. You may realize your Step 1 score depends on your ability to apply and integrate.