MedFamily

by Eric Acker

Season 1

Post Step 2 CK Recap

Post Step 2 CK Recap We’ve taken the beast, the big hurdle before Match, Step 2 CK. Some quick feedback on how it went, what to expect, what to do differently, and overall anxiety on awaiting the final test score result. Lastly, we go over more steps we’re doing in preparation for Electives and Match. […]

The Week Before Step 2 CK

The Week Before Step 2 CK Last mini update before the big test. What to focus on in the last week and getting some feedback from students who’ve taken the test. A lot going on and hopefully we are ready to go. I’d appreciate any prayers to help get through Step 2 CK on Friday.

Practice Tests and QBanks - Step 2CK Prep

Practice Tests and QBanks – Step 2CK Prep Quick update this week on the Step 2 CK study plan. We took 2 practice exams last week and saw good improvement and are hoping to carry that over during this week’s practice tests. We go over some feedback other fellow students have given regarding the exam […]

Surgery Shelf Mishap and Step 2CK Study Program

Surgery Shelf Mishap and Step 2CK Study Program Surgery shelf is now a thing of the past and with it Core Rotations. Eric and Karen discuss the mistake Eric made on the shelf, what helped to study for it, and how Eric distracted himself while waiting for the scores to arrive. Lastly, the host discuss […]

Nearing the End of Cores and Orthopedics

Starting Online Pediatrics and Shadowing Possibilities Eric and Karen are back this week to catch you up on the happenings of the last 2 weeks. The vast amounts of tasks to be completed in the near future and the looming STEP 2CK exam have pushed the hosts into adopting a new plan to get more […]

Special Episode with Matthew Ferrer and Alyssa Espinosa

Special Episode with Matthew Ferrer and Alyssa Espinosa This week we take a break from our weekly updates and have a long overdue special episode with guests Matthew Ferrer and Alyssa Espinosa. We dive into first impressions on the island and journey through medical school till the present. We also explore their relationship and how […]

Returning to the Roots: Orthopedics Week 1

Returning to the Roots: Orthopedics Week 1 Eric capped off the last week of General surgery and then started the last 3-week rotation in Orthopedics. The hosts discuss the events of the weekend and how orthopedics compares to what Eric experienced prior to starting medical school. Additionally, the hosts talk about the ERAS token being […]

General Surgery 5th Week and Elective Updates

General Surgery 5th Week and Elective Updates We are wrapping up week 6 of General surgery and recapping the last weeks events. From surgeons answering questions they want to answer to silver linings on the advise given, it has been a busy week. Karen updates us on the results of her latest OB appointment and […]

Doctors Can Punch Dinosaurs Too

Doctors Can Punch Dinosaurs Too The hosts discuss the events of an on call weekend. OR music, denied time-outs, and Octopus’ trying to escape the abdomen. Additionally, the hosts discuss the need for soon to be clinical students to plan their timeline and work on small steps that will save time and prevent you from […]

Technique Improving at Week 4 in General Surgery

Technique Improving at Week 4 in General Surgery The hosts discuss the family’s activities this last week from the Peach Festival to cutting back on screen time for the kids. Eric relates the progress made in general surgery and updates the audience on. the status of a possible 4th year elective.

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