My USMLE Step 1 Journey (4 months of studying)

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👋🏻 Hey guys! In this video I discuss my journey studying for the USMLE Step 1 exam. I discuss my study plans, the resources I have used in my first pass and what I've learned from this experience. I cover mental heath, lessons learned, my study schedules and techniques as well as First Aid, Pathoma, Boards & Beyond and Sketchymedical. I hope you enjoy this video and find it valuable in your preparation for the USMLE step 1.
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Thank you for all your support to our community, am also a medical student in my 4th year, you inspire me to study everyday, despite the free time I have during this pandemic.

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Respect!

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Bro your video on studying in 4 hour blocks really inspired me and now I've been revising 8 hours a day for the past week 9-1pm 3-7pm

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Well done!

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Keep it up boy

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Same here

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You’ll be a better doctor for doing the USMLE book wherever you end up working!! Well done broski

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That Medic you’re also a legend for that 100km bike ride innit. Also, grats @kharmamedic, I go crazy with just my medical school content. You’re an absolute icon for doing that USMLE book AND pathoma

[@KharmaMedic]

Thanks Mo! Yeah its been a great way to get my fundamentals down strong 💪🏻

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So true

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@@KharmaMedic We need that exercise video what exercise you are doing🤣

[@RhesusMedicine]

Well done mate, I saw my friend going through his prep for Step 1 and it looked BRUTAL. Max respect for anyone taking this exam on!

[@KharmaMedic]

Brutal is absolutely right my friend!

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I follow you from Palestine, I am completely in love with all the videos you make. I want to thank you from my heart for providing me with a lot of strength in my studies. .شكراً ناصر كثير بتمنى الك كل النجاح والتوفيق 💖

[@ValerieOkorie]

This is absolutely amazing am so proud of you, I started watching pathos but am not done, am really inspired to keep fighting and building myself for the doctor I am to become.

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Man, so so happy for you. A true inspiration. You are so amazing that I watch all of your videos to the last second though I am in Engineering. Bless you ❤️

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Nasir, this is amazing and very helpful. even though im no where near being a medical student, i feel very positive and motivated from you. i appreciate everything you do for this channel. keep doing ur best dude :)

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I love your energy and positivism! It's great to know that there are also students who balance their study with social life😍 greetings from the Dominican Republic

[@kinnley6289]

Omg that’s amazing! Your block study times are really a new perspective of how to study that I haven’t seen before and I think I definitely will be adopting my own version of this! Love ur channel!

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your videos are so clear and helpful!! thank you for making these videos even in your busiest/stressful times! love them.

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I really take a big advantage of your videos and your vibes for my life. Just want to say thank you kid!

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Hey nasir! Thanks for being an inspiration for all aspiring med students. Hope u achieve all your dreams in life! Much love from Philippines 🇵🇭.

[@sidrakk8335]

I am also in my second phase of USMLE STEP 1. Your videos always push me to study more, when I am feeling down. Thank you!

[@cormacklazarus8375]

Hi Nasir! Congratulations on completing your first pass bro. I’ve been studying for step 1 for a while now, and it’s been tough doing it in isolation. But your videos have been really inspiring and have been helping me to stay motivated and crank out these last couple months of studying, especially after my exam got cancelled twice due to COVID.

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Hey man, thanks for this channel. I switched from paper to IPad after watching you study and I don't think I am ever going back. It hasn't been stated much but the fact that the process of studying and note taking gets so much easier with your iPad being your centralized note storage helps with getting into the groove of studying. At least it did for me. Also, the level of detail when it comes to studying in your study videos makes one appreciate the full process that's calling studying. For people who didn't study much, your videos must have helped make the process less abstract and something one would be willing to undertake. And finally, I have noticed that your description includes current events and you even encourage your viewers to spend their time getting informed instead of watching your videos. You're a good man! Thanks a lot again :) Big fan of your work!

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Your revision timetable has officially changed my life. I’m a Student Midwife and this quarantine life has got me feeling so lazy and not motivated to study. Love your videos! Keep them coming ❤️❤️

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[@abdirazakhassan4047]

Thank you brother. I never miss your videos, you're my inspiration. I'm also preparing USMLE with these two books. Thanks again 👏

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You’re so great man just hearing you talk boosts my motivation like nothing else!

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Love the way you says "ANOTHER DOSE"

[@manik816]

Hii Nasir! I ve been binge watching your videos for a while and i just want to say that you are doing great work! I am preparing for my CFA exams its related to core finance and your videos help me to get my schedule straight and study seriously for hours. Thanks for the motivation and all the best for your future endeavours.

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Your true dedication toward studies really inspires me a lot.......... though I am not a medical student but all ur videos r really motivating brother especially for students who r preparing for competitive exams . And I really love ur perfection and time management skills. 🤗👍👍👍👍👌✌

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Thank you for all the USMLE/ studying content, so so helpful and really motivational 🥺❤️

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Thank you so much. Seeing you study motivates me so much. The study with me videos are just awesome.😁

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Your hard work is commendable. Gives a great boost of motivation. Thanks...

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you honestly inspire and motivate me so much to study a lot and set higher goals for myself. thank you 😊

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You don't even understand how much u r helping people with ur videos😖 they are so informative and I'd forever be grateful for them. ❤️

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Thank you for updating us. I’m looking forward to see how Phase 2 goes. All the best, man!

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All my support and admiration from Tenerife (Spain)❤️. I'm applying to medical school this year and you've been such an inspiration during this process. Thank you for the hard work you put in in every video man. You're a legend!🤟🏽❤️

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Love the channel Nasir! Greetings from a 5th year medical student in your home country Jordan 🇯🇴♥️ stay safe brother 🙌🏼

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i always wait till the extreme end of the vid because there is always something interesting

[@KharmaMedic]

Easter eggs for the most dedicated viewers

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you are really motivating me to start studying for the USMLE exam keep up the good work ... good luck

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first 6 second thanks for every thing you give to us nasir ,you need a big gift from us we all love you because you share .big hands for the hero

[@riyathampi604]

Bro, u r amazing... I hav seen so much inspirational videos but yours got me... Ur 4 hr block study.. I hav been trying it for 3days and it suites me very well... Thank u.. Thank u.. I dont know how thankful i'm... Its really a blessing to hav an ability to give such amazing inspiration 😍😇

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You’re such an inspiration. Thank you for making these videos, you helped me more than you can imagine :)

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This is really motivational, well done dude, you’re doing amazing 👌🏿

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I just found out about your channel about 5 days ago and I'm really motivated to study since then!💯👍

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First time youtube recommend a good channel ...It's motivate me alot...😊

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You're a big inspiration and role model to many people out there!!!thanks😊

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Here, my brother has come again. 😍 My one of the inspirations of study.

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Even though you’re younger than me, I always look up to you for that extra ‘dose’ of motivation Nasir :) I am studying for my post graduation entrance exam for dental post graduation in india and i have to study 5 year of undergrad ie 19 subjects. So your videos are a great help. Keep it up!

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Omg! I have just found your channel and I have learned so much. Will definitely try the 4 hour block method as I have never liked the Pomodoro. Keep up the great work!

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Every single time i get the notification from ur channel i am like here comes my motivation.❤ur videos it's like positive energy comming towards me.

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Hey bro, it helps a lot as a med student to see your USMLE journey in reality and your methods to study are amazing. Hope your hardwork pays off!

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what a calm and controlled voice!

[@stephanio3547]

proud of you Nasir!!! and thanks for all the study vids, they really helped me with my revision :)

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your weekly videos motivate me to do well in school. THANK YOU NASIR

[@weiweizhang7850]

I like this video very much. The idea of steps 1,2, 3, 4 is really helping me. Now I am studying for an exam without a curriculum. I felt lost and frustrated all the time. Thanks for sharing. I hope I can study well in the next 5 months.

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The way you explain every bit of information 😍

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You motivate me so much💕 All the best for your exam. You're gonna make it.

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I always get so motivated to study after seeing your videos. Thank you for helping me 😊❤️.

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You are such an inspiration! Have been following your channel throughout my med application and will be starting soon this Sept at a graduate student. The idea of practicing in the US came into my head very recently but the USMLE/ getting residency of choice just looks like this huge mountain that I have no idea how to climb. Especially as a graduate, the idea of potentially delaying another 1/2yrs after graduating med school to get into the US just seems scary. Your videos are amazing. Best of luck with everything :)

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Your videos provide more motivation to study for extra hours of studying,thank you for those videos

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Your hair is amazing, your videos are wonderful and you personality is sooo inspiring. Luv u💜

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Thank you so much for doing the four hours studying video it really gave me inspiration ... Like I was studying but I didnt know why I'm taking a lot of time to finish the things that I want to do but then after watching that video I knew that it was because I'm talking a lot of short breaks during my studying time so every time I go back to study I talk a lot of time to get back to the study mood . Imuch thanks 🌼

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Discovered your channel a week ago and I've never been so motivated to study!! Looooooove you and your channel so much💕😊 P.S your hair looks really cool;)

[@KharmaMedic]

That's really great to hear! welcome to the channel :)

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@@KharmaMedic OH.MY.GOD I cant believe you replied!!

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Well done, the route we are going through is quite similar. Let's struggle through this together!

[@davidyang1953]

Hey, I'm a second year med student in Taiwan, just wanna thankyou for this video, it really calmed my nerve knowing that I'm not the only one who faced the ridiculous amount of books and knowledge for USMLE and panicked, I feel much more steady after watching your video and I'm pretty confident with my schedule and path to take the exam on next september, I don't feel anxious and stressed out anymore, thanks a lot.

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Very efficient! A plan that not only is well thought out but manageable consistently. Thank you for sharing what works for you. I will definitely implement some of your detailed timed daily study schedules into my plans. A realization - It helps to set aside 1-2 hours daily to prepare for the certification exam while I complete my final months of studies. I originally had a plan to focus on my current studies and dedicating one month to reviewing for the big exam.

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God bless you for your hard work. You’ll indeed be a very dedicated doctor. 💛

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I don’t know how and why I found you only a couple of days ago, but THANK YOU. In the past two days I went through all your real time study with me-s, they help soo much😊 the motivation to get my degree this month is strong😄😄 thank you again☺️

[@KharmaMedic]

welcome to my channel :)

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I have always enjoyed your videos and contents. You are an inspiration for productivity, keep on the good work and congrats on your accomplishments.

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Thanks a ton for motivating us all Nasir

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I’m so glad this came in my recommendations. ♥️

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I love your passion! Congratulations 🎉

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thanks a lot for motivating us by your productive and energetic videos

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every morning I watch this video it makes me motivated you inspire me 😍

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I always watch one video of yours daily before studying Idk why but i feel motivated😊😁 Wish you all the best In life✊👍

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Nasir, please make a video on "How to annotate FA?". It'll be of great use to USMLE aspirants

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Hritvik Jain__35 I want this too!!

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Dedicated doesn't even begin to describe what you are. That study schedule alone!! Thanks for the upload, I'm always left inspired to go and do better x

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You're my greatest motivation !! Best of luck!

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Hey man, congratulations on what you've done so far, you'll be able to achieve your goals. Keep it up. From your Brazilian friend ✌️

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Bro Appreciate all of your videos !!! You make me find my motivation!!!★

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Good job, you honestly really inspire me to work harder every day

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impeccable video editing and always very inspiring! I'm already a fan! 🤩🤩

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Brother your very much hardworking... Wish you all the best for your USMLE exam

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Hey Nasir! I am not a med student, but I really want to go into the medical field in the future and you have really inspired me to go forward with that! Thanks!

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your working plans are great.....I wish you all the best

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Sketchy videos are soo so helpful.! I would’ve never been able to retain pharma if it weren’t for the videos

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Thank You Bro For Inspiration!. More Power To You !!

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It’s so inspirational bro it motivated me so much (lots of love love good bless you bro ) have a great day

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I watch your video at night and it always gives me a boost to be more productive

[@gisellnegreteayala7550]

Hey Nasir! Although I am not pursuing a career in the medical field. Your channel and productivity techniques are truly inspiring to me, I have integrated some of your productivity techniques into my studying routine and I have experienced more excitement while studying now than I normally would with my former customs. Thank you for everything! Congratulations on your most recent accomplishment: USMLE Step 1 Exam!

[@kiranmunawar6410]

I tried your 4 hour block method and it really freed up so much time for me to do other things! Please make more Step 1 videos and please share your full 6-9 month Step 1 study schedule.

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Thanks for sharing your study schedule! I'll be a first-year medical student in July and looking forward to sharing my own journey on KZbin :)

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I loveee the new intro with the doggie :) 🐶 🐕 and I also admire your consistency and drive on prepping for the USMLE and I hope I can be as consistent with my KZbin channel and studies too :) I’m gonna be a medical student this fall :)

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I really love your videos you really are the best I wish you all the best 👍🏼

[@gadhasreedharan8197]

Ohh myy god.... Huge respect to him and a big salute Being a medical student I know how hard it is to study for a log time and memorizing things... Apart from that you are doing all ur works like exercise, KZbin etc... I can't even imagine that.... A big salute to u

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Post credits sums up all the feels for finishing the first run through! Congrats!

[@KharmaMedic]

ahahah exactly!

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So inspiring!!! Keep up the good work!

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Hey man keep up the good work you motivate ma a lot I'm in 12 grade next year I have my college I always thought that I will never go to medical course after seeing your video you help me a lot

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You are progressing with the editing !!!! Wowwww just feel so profesional !!!! ❤️❤️❤️

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Dam girl you are so beautiful.... you like that “doctor “ I can be better

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Absolutely love your vids!!

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I can really tell your hair has grown out so much! Also please make a video talking about your study routine when you were in highschool! Im so curious how your study routine came to be!! Thankyou so much for another inspiration video :P

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Have a nice day from Greece I study Public Health at the University of Thessaly and I started first aid 2020 on June 1st. I Enjoy your videos!!!!

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Ik I have a long time to decide if I really want to go to med school but after watching ur vids I am srsly considering medicine and going to med school. I srsly won't be motivated if ur vids weren't available. Love ur vids and u inspire me. Btw love from Toronto ❤️❤️❤️

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you are such an optimistic person.It does not look that u got bad days at all but yes obviously u do. all the best Nasir. Keep up the good work!

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Wow just knowing that I will have to the same in a couple of years, it overwhelms me ahaha . I wish you the best on your journey 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

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Congrats!! I'm a fourth year med student and I'll probably give plab 🙉 you just motivated me to go for it!