Kaplan books

[sudoc]

Drs, does anybody prepared to step 1 with Kaplan Home Study Program
(2 books 2002)?
Did you passed ? ....And whats score?
My friend IMG ,>5 years graduate,started prepare for step1, and he has 2 sets Kaplan book
Kap. Home study2002 and Kapl. Lecture Notes 2004.
He likes 2 big books Home Study Progr. much more than KLN (7 books), but many people
says him that it isnt best choise. He has a problems, what choose.
If you have expirience with them, please give him advice ASAP.
Very appreciated.

[drjhana]

hi,
if u r preping with video lectures go for 7 books
or if u more of a self learner system wise home study will do!

[sudoc]

Thank you so much , drjhana.
He concerns about 2002 edition, is it enough for exam 2008?
...especially immuno., molec.biol, physiology?

[mysharona]

sudoc,

i utilized the home study kaplan books for the exam in conjunction with videos (of course first aid & such). i took notes from UW & videos within the margins so they're marked & highlighted. with this in mind, i have no need for these books-think its the 2007 series. or 2008. if you're in the states, i can send them out to you for a mere $500.00, make that $350.00, better yet $250.00, or did i hear you inquire "what about free?" i say "ok." granted they're not in the best of shape, especially the prolonged neuro section, a bit loose from the binding, let me know.

me.

[mysharona]

*since when does one require (5) posts to send a personal message?

Sudoc,

First of all, usually don't excel at standardized exams but I got through this one. My opinion is the following...the single best indicator for exam preparedness was the NBME-I performed 1 & 3 & my score nestled between them. Performed NBME 1 about 3 weeks from exam, then NBME 3 about a week out. Perhaps taking one before you begin the deluge of studying is a good idea but I was focused on just getting started. I purchased the home study Kaplan series & watched the videos. The two do not mirror each other but a friend sent his copies of the Kaplan lecture notes-which flowed seamlessly with the videos. For me, the key to the exam was to be sound with the basics as abstract questions were lurking. More on exam in a moment. I also listened to Goljan audio while reading his pathology book. Performed & completed UW-the format is the same as the exam which helped...people swear by UW, yes it helps to an extent & at the same time, couple this with prior abstract comment. First Aid & buffering with varied chosen review books rounded out methodology. If I was to do it again, I would focus more on First Aid. That silly review book presents what the core of the exam thrives on: concepts. FYI, I took 7-8 weeks to study for the exam. I chose Kaplan for their concise summary of materials. The home study books may contain excessive material in my opinion (especially neurology)-lecture notes are a better mode of attack. My test featured a healthy sum of molecular biochemistry/genetics, introductory concepts in pharmacology while questions on specific drugs were as easy as identifying mode of action. Do I think the triad of Goljan, FA, UW covers preparation? It could; I felt like I needed to review the systems on my own versus UW/FA reliance. Any questions or comments, I will attempt to tell it like it is within the realm of USMLE regulations. me.

[drajvh]

Originally Posted by mysharona

sudoc,

i utilized the home study kaplan books for the exam in conjunction with videos (of course first aid & such). i took notes from UW & videos within the margins so they're marked & highlighted. with this in mind, i have no need for these books-think its the 2007 series. or 2008. if you're in the states, i can send them out to you for a mere $500.00, make that $350.00, better yet $250.00, or did i hear you inquire "what about free?" i say "ok." granted they're not in the best of shape, especially the prolonged neuro section, a bit loose from the binding, let me know.

me.

I am IMG too and I am living in US now aldo I am starting my preparation for step 1 and like sudoc I have the same doubt about what will be better about Kaplan books...if you still have your books I would lilke to get it .So finally lectures will be best than the 4 review books?

Thanks

[RussianJoo]

Originally Posted by drajvh

I am IMG too and I am living in US now aldo I am starting my preparation for step 1 and like sudoc I have the same doubt about what will be better about Kaplan books...if you still have your books I would lilke to get it .So finally lectures will be best than the 4 review books?

Thanks

hey I am selling my kaplan step 1 books they're the 2008 edition... I am willing to sell all 7 books for $200US. The books have notes in them and highlighting but the practice questions are unmarked so you can get the full studying experience. Please let me know if interested.

[sudoc]

Originally Posted by mysharona

sudoc,

i utilized the home study kaplan books for the exam in conjunction with videos (of course first aid & such). i took notes from UW & videos within the margins so they're marked & highlighted. with this in mind, i have no need for these books-think its the 2007 series. or 2008. if you're in the states, i can send them out to you for a mere $500.00, make that $350.00, better yet $250.00, or did i hear you inquire "what about free?" i say "ok." granted they're not in the best of shape, especially the prolonged neuro section, a bit loose from the binding, let me know.

me.

Do you have 2002 series or newest?
2002 and 2005,6 series have a big difference?

[drajvh]

Originally Posted by RussianJoo

hey I am selling my kaplan step 1 books they're the 2008 edition... I am willing to sell all 7 books for $200US. The books have notes in them and highlighting but the practice questions are unmarked so you can get the full studying experience. Please let me know if interested.

I am interested but I have a question what about the Pharmacology book , is there in the books you are selling? I mean I think that the are 8 books with the kaplan lectures and the q book rigth?. I can send you a message by email if we can contact better about details.
How much for shipping to AR...Thank you.

[RussianJoo]

Originally Posted by drajvh

I am interested but I have a question what about the Pharmacology book , is there in the books you are selling? I mean I think that the are 8 books with the kaplan lectures and the q book rigth?. I can send you a message by email if we can contact better about details.
How much for shipping to AR...Thank you.

hey i'll send you a private message with my emial. I'll have to check about the shipping costs.