In this podcast, I discuss a host of renal and hematology related concepts that are frequently tested on the USMLE Step 2 and 3 exams. I discuss some complicated tests that people often find to be confusing and make integrations with other subjects. Finally, I discuss one of the thought processes that goes into the USMLEs generating questions.
Category: Hematology/Oncology – USMLE Step 3
DIP Ep 605: The Extremely HY RBC Podcast (Step 1-3)
In this podcast, I discuss RBCs from many different angles that are tested on the USMLEs. This podcast will help you answer many questions correctly on your exam. I make lots of integrations as I discuss the concepts.
DIP Ep 604: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 123
In this podcast, I discuss a series of topics that can be best classified under “Multisystems Processes and Disorders”. I tie in lots of commonly tested basic science concepts and also spend time on some good gamesmanship to show you how to analyze answer choices.
DIP Ep 552: The Iron Story and The USMLEs (Part 2)
In this podcast, I wrap up our Fe story for the USMLEs by discussing specific pathologies. I integrate extensive amounts of genetics, hematology, microbiology, and endocrinology. Definitely worth a listen for every exam taker.
Divine Intervention Episode 550: The Iron Story and The USMLEs (Part 1)
There are lots of Fe based concepts that the USMLEs routinely test (Step 1-3). Having a good foundation is very helpful in nailing these questions on your exam. In this first part, the goal is to help you understand this important metal. I also make numerous integrations along the way with certain diseases I will explore in more detail in the next part.
Divine Intervention Episode 541: Familial Cancer Syndromes and The USMLEs (+ worksheet)
In this short but super HY podcast, I discuss the familial cancer syndromes that are frequently tested on Step 1-3. I make tons of extremely useful integrations with other pathologies and discuss some useful screening guidelines. Fill out the worksheet as you navigate through the podcast. Email me via the website if you want to sign up for any of my Step 1-3 classes.
Divine Intervention Episode 508: The Clutch Sickle Cell Disease Podcast (for Step 1-3) Part 2
In this podcast, I conclude our deep dive into sickle cell disease. I make tons of integrations in this as well and discuss many of the complications associated with sickle cell disease by using vignettes. See you in the next episode.
Divine Intervention Episode 507: The Clutch Sickle Cell Disease Podcast (for Step 1-3) Part 1
Sickle cell disease is easily a multisystems processes and disorders topic on the USMLEs. It can be tested in a myriad of ways and our friends at the NBMEs have a unique way of extending this concept to so many other disciplines. The goal of this podcast is to help you understand sickle cell disease but also help you see the many other ways they can go after this concept on the exams. In this episode alone, I have spent time talking about micro, social sciences/communication, etc. Definitely try to get through this before your exams if possible. Episode 508 will be the concluding part.
Divine Intervention Episode 494: Thalassemia and the USMLEs
Thalassemias are very frequently tested on the USMLE exams. In this podcast, I help you understand everything about thalassemias so you’re not stuck mindlessly memorizing details. Definitely helpful for Step 1-3. I also discuss a bunch of mechanistic things that may help you understand some concepts in cardiology.
Divine Intervention Episode 481: The Clutch Inclusion Bodies Podcast (for Step 1-3)
Inclusion bodies are pretty high yield to know and understand for Step 1-3. I discuss the critical ones in this podcast. There are many others but they are typically extremely low yield and the USMLEs tend to go over more relevant details of those diseases than their inclusions. I also provide some useful tips here for differentiating the ones associated with red blood cells.
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