How to score a 270+ on Step 2CK and Beat the Board Exams | Adam Plotkin

Описание: What does it take to score a 273 on Step 2 CK — and still care more about patients than percentiles?

In this episode of More Than Medicine, I sit down with Adam Plotkin, a fourth-year medical student, ultramarathon runner, and powerlifter whose motto is simple: Leave no doubt. Adam didn’t study for the boards just to crush an exam — he studied to become the best physician he can possibly be.

Whether you’re a medical student, Step 1/Step 2 CK test-taker, or just someone chasing mastery in your field, this episode should have you fired up to get after it.

Chapters:

00:00 Why listen to this episode?
06:02 Intro and Background
09:09 HPSP Experience and Passion for IM
14:46 National Guard Escort into MCAT Exam
18:14 Mindset and Approach to Medical School
20:05 Is Step 1 more important than Step 2?
23:15 Learn Fundamental Concepts
26:22 Advice to First Years
30:57 "You have that dog in you"
31:56 Adam's Study Habits and Advice
44:31 Mastering Practice Questions
54:09 Mindset Over Resources
57:34 Lessons from Tutoring
01:03:00 STEP 1: Domination over Passing
01:04:26 "Burn the Boats"
01:10:09 STEP 2: Starting Strong
01:14:17 Studying on Clinical Rotations
01:29:58 No notes and no flashcards
01:34:10 Difference Between 260 - 270 on Step2
01:41:19 Getting the Most Out of Rotations
01:50:38 New AI Board Prep Platform
01:57:10 Final Thoughts: Challenge Yourself and Be Curious
01:59:17 End

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