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Now that I’m studying for my COMLEX Level 3, I’ve been getting a ton of questions about how I studied for USMLE Step 2 and COMLEX Level 2. I’ve just posted a blog post on this if you’re interested! It’s a super quick read (unlike my Step/Level 1 blog post which is pretty long 😅). Link is in my stories and in my bio!⁣
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And also, just bc these are asked a lot: ⁣
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Yes, I took both USMLE and COMLEX for step/levels 1 and 2.⁣
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No, I am not taking USMLE Step 3 (only taking COMLEX Level 3) since I am already in residency. I don’t think any DOs take Step 3. It’s just not necessary and not worth paying for another exam.⁣
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You can take Step/Level 3 whenever you’re ready, once you start residency! Your program director just has to sign off that you’re approved to do so. I’m not sure how this works at every program, but I was approved once I started residency. I would prefer to take it as early as possible. A lot of people have been asking me if I’m taking it early or why I’m not waiting until PGY2 year - I just am ready to take the darn thing and move on 🙃 Many people in my program have taken it around the same time as I will be, so I’m not worried about how early I’m taking it.

Idk who needs to hear this but.. 😎

Idk who needs to hear this but.. 😎

Getting ready for my first day on inpatient medici

Getting ready for my first day on inpatient medicine tomorrow! Eeeek I’m a bit nervous. My team is on call, and we will also be cross-covering for the other medicine teams since it’s the weekend. So it will be a long, busy day. Wish me luck!⁣
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This past month has been pretty surreal. Things as simple as signing orders and writing prescriptions are so special, because it took so much hard work to get here. Also I just love the people I work with and the patients I care for. Residency is so much better than med school y’all 😂 But each step of the way is so special, so cherish where you’re at right now 💕⁣
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My plan is to bring meals, lots of snacks and coffee to power through. Some of my favorites that I have packed and ready are these @autumnsgold cinnamon almond bars, strawberries, and kombucha! ⁣
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I like these autumn’s gold bars bc the ingredient list is short and simple. They’re also grain-free! You can get them exclusively at Costco 😋 #sponsored #grainfreegold

To all the people who aren’t wearing masks, beli

To all the people who aren’t wearing masks, believe this pandemic is a hoax, accuse doctors of being paid by big pharma… (the list goes on)⁣⁣
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When it’s you in that hospital bed, know that we will still do everything we can to help you. Whether you like us or not, we care about you. We’re in this for you. For people. Your health is our motivation. Your quality of life is our motivation. Nothing else. ❤️

Women supporting women #challengeaccepted 🖤🤍

Women supporting women #challengeaccepted 🖤🤍
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Photo taken by @codykennedy & seaweed crown made by @joshuahdz when the world was open and we could frolic around Cali

I love this quote & I love the term “enthusiast

I love this quote & I love the term “enthusiast in life.” This is pretty much my motto 🤍

Answering interview questions 👩🏽‍🏫❓⁣
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PREP, PREP, PREP! I may sound like a broken record for those of you who have heard this from me many times. But I can't stress it enough. You need to spend a lot of time learning about yourself. We all think we know ourselves pretty well, but reality is that when we're asked something like, "where do you want to be in 10 years?" we struggle to come up with something. ⁣
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Spend a little time each day reflecting on your answers to some of the most common interview questions (you can google and find hundreds of lists). Write them out, not to memorize your answers but as a self-reflective practice. Think about REAL answers to these questions. ⁣
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Change your mindset from "I want to impress them" to "I want them to know me." This mindset shift allows you to be more comfortable in the interview and bring up conversation topics that reflect the kind of person you are. When answering questions, tell a short story or reflect on a past experience - this will help them get to know you in the short amount of time you have.⁣
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I've said it before and I'll say it again - please do not try to disguise a strength as a weakness. Working too hard or being a perfectionist is not a weakness. Think of something real; something that you've had to work hard at improving. Then tell your interviewer the real story about how you've worked to overcome this weakness. ⁣
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Lastly, be confident! You've come this far and you deserve to be here. It's okay to know that you have a lot to learn, while being confident in what you've done to get here. ⁣
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