Final 1-2 Weeks Before USMLE: Top 8 Strategies to Improve Your Score!

Feeling the pressure as your USMLE Step 1 or Step 2 exam approaches? In this video, I break down 8 battle-tested strategies to help you make the most of your final weeks and significantly boost your score. Whether you’re wondering how to improve your USMLE Step 1 and 2 score in just 2 weeks or need a clear plan to tackle the exam day marathon, this video has you covered. Learn how to optimize your break time to stay sharp throughout the test, master the difference between active and passive review, and approach those tricky NBME questions with confidence. I’ll also reveal a shocking truth about score predictions and how to build a buffer for competitive specialties. Plus, get practical tips on managing fatigue, including using chocolate-covered espresso beans to maintain focus without the crash. From test-day essentials to Prometric center preparation, this video covers everything you need to walk into your exam feeling calm and ready. Discover how to evaluate your score readiness, avoid last-minute mistakes, and ensure you’re fully prepared for the big day. If you’re in the final week of your USMLE prep and want actionable advice to maximize your performance, this video is for you. Don’t leave your chance to improve score—watch now and take control of your exam preparation! Subscribe for more study hacks, productivity tips, and strategies to excel on the USMLE and beyond. 💡📚✨ Article Link: https://www.yousmle.com/most-competitive-nrmp-residencies/ 👉👉👉 CHECK OUT OUR OTHER VIDEOS: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_p4sFGHsUE https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wISalwL5EgQ https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qMjwWkVQxC4 Who am I? I’m Alec Palmerton, MD, and I scored 270 (99.9%ile) on Step 1 before graduating from Stanford Medical School. Just three days after my interview, I was ranked to match in my top-choice residency at Harvard-MGH. Now, I help students go beyond memorization to truly master the material—so they can achieve impressive Board scores and build fulfilling medical careers. 👉 Learn more about test taking anxiety and how to improve test scores: https://www.yousmle.com/test-anxiety/ 🌟 Ready to take your USMLE prep to the next level? Sign up for a FREE consultation to master not memorize for higher scores faster: https://yousmle.com/consultation 📥 Don't miss out on valuable USMLE tips and strategies! Subscribe to our newsletter to get free cardiology flashcards to help you master this critical USMLE subject: https://www.yousmle.com/ 🎓 Discover our tutoring and coaching services designed to help you ace the USMLE: https://course.yousmle.com/sales Thank you for watching! ======================= Feel free to connect with me on: ======================= Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alecpalmerton_md/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alec-palmerton-md-73472611 Twitter: https://x.com/alec_palmerton/ Chapters: 0:00 Intro 0:34 Strategy 1: Understanding General Principles vs Memorization 1:48 Strategy 2: Break Time Optimization 4:04 Strategy 3: Evaluating Your Score Readiness 6:34 Strategy 4: The 8-9 Hour Marathon Strategy 7:52 Strategy 5: Test Day Essentials 09:58 Strategy 6: Active vs. Passive Review 11:15 Strategy 7: Maximize Practice Question 11:52 Strategy 8: Prometric Centre Preparation #usmle, #medschool, #usmleprep, #medicalstudent, #usmletest, #uworld, #step1, #step2ck, #usmletips, #usmleexam