USMLE Step 2 CK Plus
This book and subsequent audio companion reflect what I would have wanted when I was studying for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam. One of the major hurdles I faced while studying for my exam was the lack of a single reference resource similar to what existed for the USMLE Step 1 exam at the time of writing this book. This meant I had to use multiple resources which presented information in different formats and with different points of emphasis, resulting in a disorganized study approach. Despite my relative success on the exam scoring 278 and ＞99th percentile I believe my studying would have been more efficient if a single reference resource existed. This is what motivated me to write USMLE Step II CK Plus, which is essentially my personal notes organized in a book and audio format. My hope is that this makes studying for the exam easier by giving future test takers that one-stop resource needed to excel on this all-important exam as Step 1 transitions to a pass-fail exam. The information is organized into the main shelf examination topics (internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery) allowing for focused studying for each of these examinations as they approach, and therefore doubles as an excellent resource for the wards and NBME shelf exams. Lastly, I believe that one of the best preparations to do well on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam is to have a strong basic science foundation. Although the basic science topics are primarily tested in the USMLE Step 1, they are frequently referenced throughout this book and audiobook to provide greater integration of knowledge from a basic science to a clinical science perspective. This is done to facilitate greater understanding, less rote memorization, and ultimately, long-term retention and recall of the material. Hope you enjoy and best of luck on your exam.
Episodes
Jul 27, 2024
Jul 27, 2024
16 min
Review of the causes, diagnostics, and management of the various etiologies of microcytic anemia. We also spend time reviewing and understanding iron studies and how different parameters can narrow the differential diagnosis.
Jul 25, 2024
Jul 22, 2024
Jul 22, 2024
4 min
In this section, we review the causes of normocytic anemia, starting with the non-hemolytic causes such as aplastic anemia and chronic kidney disease.
Jul 18, 2024
Jul 18, 2024
10 min
Review of the primary causes of macrocytic anemia such as vitamin B12 and folate deficiency.
Jul 14, 2024
Jul 14, 2024
9 min
Broad overview of the causes of anemia. We then switch our focus to discussing blood types and transfusions reactions.
Jul 11, 2024
Jul 11, 2024
5 min
A brief review of hematopoiesis and the functions of different cell lines.
Jul 8, 2024
Jul 8, 2024
10 min
Review of hormone producing pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors such as gastrinomas, insulinomas, and others.
Jul 5, 2024
Complementary USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Resources
USMLE Step 2 CK Plus Book: This is the book frequently referenced throughout the podcast material and videos. This serves as the main comprehensive review source covering the breadth and depth knowledge needed to succeed on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam.
USMLE Step 2 CK Plus YouTube Channel: Video companion series in the form of mind maps, flow charts, and tables with the content largely following that of the podcast.
Link: YouTube