COURSE DESCRIPTION
Rahul first takes you through the Test Taking Masterclass. This allows you to excel in NBME/USMLE question interpretation.
He then takes all sections of First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 Rapid Review section, above 400 concepts and organizes the content as follows:
- Divides into organ systems
- Integrates pathophysiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology
- Reviews most common clinical “triads”
- Describes common Step I scenarios for each of the concepts
COURSE ALSO CONTAINS...
In his lectures, Rahul integrates the material in order that you better understand how concepts fit together as well as how they will appear in the exam. Rahul’s energetic, active recall style keeps you engaged and thinking throughout the course.
Free Previews of 100 Concepts in Gross Anatomy, Autonomic Nervous System, & more...
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COURSE CURRICULUM
HyGuru Test-Taking Strategy Masterclass - Think Like the Test Maker
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Approaching A Question
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- Approaching a Question - Practical Example (4:02)
- Stem-Paraphrase-Predict (Advanced) (3:53)
- Introduction to Pertinent Positives & Negatives (2:26)
- Identifying Pertinent Positives (1:53)
- Identifying Pertinent Negatives (1:33)
- Integrative Example: Pertinent Positives & Negatives (3:44)
- Identifying Triggers in USMLE Questions (3:18)
- Approaching Vital Signs in USMLE Questions (1:57)
- Integrative Example #1: Vital Sign Interpretation (13:17)
- Integrative Example #2: Vital Sign Interpretation
How To Approach A Question Block on the USMLE
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- Strategic Approach to A Block - Introduction (6:12)
- The Three Pass Approach (0:45)
- The First Pass (0:47)
- When to ⛳️ a Question (0:57)
- Benchmarking - Balance Timing in Your Block (1st Pass) (3:51)
- Active Recall Review: The First Pass (0:48)
- The Second Pass (3:12)
- Dealing with Narrowing Down to Two (3:12)
- Integrative Example: Immunodeficiency (11:35)
- The Second Pass (Marked Review) Summary (0:46)
- The Third Pass (2:28)
- Strategic Approach to A Block - Summary (1:58)
How To Approach A Multiple Question Blocks on The USMLE
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Approaching Specific Types of Questions on the USMLE (+ Examples!)
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- Introduction to Various Question Types on the USMLE (0:14)
- Approach to Lab Value Questions 🧪 (0:59)
- Integrative Example: Lab Values on the USMLE (10:16)
- Approach to Graph & Chart Questions 📊 (0:49)
- Integrative Example: Graphs & Charts (3:35)
- Approach to Cardiology Questions ❤️ (1:49)
- Integrative Example: Cardiology Questions on the USMLE (2:07)
- Approach to EKGs ⚡️ (2:33)
- Approach to Drug Ad & Experiment Questions 💉 💊 (1:41)
- Integrative Example: Drug Ads Questions on the USMLE (3:26)
- Approach to Anatomy Questions 💪🏽 (4:20)
- Approach to Genetic Syndrome Questions 👶🏼 (2:05)
- Integrative Example: Genetics Questions on the USMLE (9:37)
- Approach to Multi-Media Questions 🎧 (1:00)
- Approach to Image Based Questions on the USMLE 🖼 (0:57)
- Integrative Example: Images on the USMLE (4:50)
- Approaching Next Best Step in Management (Step 2 CK) (3:02)
- Approach to Psychiatry Questions 🧠 (3:22)
- Approach to Physician Communication Questions 👨👩👧👦 (1:55)
- Approach to Endocrinology Questions💡 (2:33)
Summary of the Test Taking Masterclass
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USMLE Step 1 General Pathology Active Recall Review [Pathoma Ch 1-3]
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- USMLE General Pathology (Pathoma Ch 1-3) Webinar Handout
- Cell Injury, Death, and Adaptations (38:52)
- Necrosis (11:29)
- Apoptosis (9:05)
- Free Radical Injury and Amyloid (11:34)
- Acute Inflammation (24:16)
- Chronic Inflammation (7:15)
- Immunodeficiency (3:52)
- Neoplasia (12:15)
- Grading vs. Staging (1:26)
- Closing Thoughts & Study Outline (2:52)
HyGuru's 2020 Rapid Review Course- Lecture Handout
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First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 (Rapid Review Section)
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- Cardiovascular, Endocrine, Autonomic NBME Review (69:11)
- Renal, Reproductive, GI (89:12)
- Neurology, Musculoskeletal, Dermatology, Rheumatology, Psychiatry (82:52)
- Hematology, Respiratory, Pharyngeal Arches (68:37)
- Anki Deck (Lecture 1)
- Anki Deck (Lecture 2)
- Anki Deck (Lecture 3)
- Anki Deck (Lecture 4)
USMLE Ethics, PBLI, Patient Safety & Physician Communication
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100 Concepts in Gross Anatomy for the USMLE Step 1
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Autonomic Pharmacology for the USMLE Step 1
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USMLE Step 1 Biochemistry & Metabolism Review
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- Active Recall USMLE Step 1 Biochemistry Powerpoint
- Introduction (19:50)
- Basics of Metabolism (4:28)
- Enzyme Terminology (5:59)
- Transamination Reactions (AST/ALT) (3:30)
- Dehydrogenase Enzymes (6:27)
- Overview of Metabolism for the USMLE (1:32)
- Glycolysis (13:10)
- Gluconeogenesis (11:50)
- Metabolic Regulation of Pyruvate (1:45)
- Ethanol Metabolism (3:30)
- Glycogen Storage Diseases (6:59)
- Fructose, Galactose, Lactose (14:18)
- Lipid Metabolism & Synthesis (10:19)
- Fatty Acid Oxidation (8:24)
- Odd Chain FA Metabolism (7:32)
- B12 Deficiency Integration (2:39)
- Summary of Lipids (1:02)
- Ketone Metabolism (4:59)
- DKA (Integration) (6:33)
- Amino Acid Metabolism (9:46)
- Urea Cycle (8:23)
- Collagen Synthesis (5:04)
- Energy Production (9:37)
- TCA Cycle (5:10)
- Electron Transport Chain (20:38)
- Uncoupling Agents (17:03)
- Cholesterol & Lipid Metabolism (9:58)
- VLDL (5:02)
- IDL (2:26)
- LDL & Atherosclerosis (5:30)
- HDL (4:30)
- Lipid Disorders for the USMLE (11:32)
- HMP Shunt Pathway (9:19)
- Nucleotide Synthesis (3:07)
- Biochemistry of Nutrition (2:56)
- Fat Soluble Vitamins (6:53)
- Cystic Fibrosis (5:05)
- Water Soluble Vitamins (12:27)
- Approach to Pedigrees on the USMLE (15:18)
- Lysosomal Storage Diseases (2:52)
- Summary of Biochemical Pathways (6:11)
- Chromosome Abnormalities for the USMLE (8:17)
USMLE Step 1 — Metabolic and Genetic Syndromes
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- Introduction (2:32)
- A Test Taking Approach for Syndromes (5:28)
- Down’s Syndrome Integration (2:39)
- Patau & Edwards Syndrome (15:18)
- Imprinting Syndromes (5:01)
- Homocystinuria (4:09)
- Marfanoid Habitus (8:30)
- Marfan’s Syndrome (1:36)
- Ehler’s Danlos Syndrome (2:17)
- Lesch Nyhan Syndrome (3:16)
- Kartagener’s Syndrome (4:31)
- Cystic Fibrosis (8:00)
- Neurocutaneous Syndromes (3:00)
- Lupus Integration (9:29)
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MEET YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Dr. Rahul Damania, fiery and infectious, taught his first USMLE course while still in medical school and has accrued many teaching accolades since then. A born educator and motivator, Rahul continues to augment his educational portfolio through old-school hard work and an authentic pledge to his students' success. Currently a PICU fellow working about 80 hours per week, Rahul humbly recognizes that his credibility as a teacher is forever rooted in an enduring willingness to listen to and learn from his patients.
Rahul, who himself scored above the 90th percentile on Step I and II, has over 3000 hours of USMLE teaching experience. Students working with Rahul average a 20-point increase on their exam. This year alone, he has had multiple students who initially scored sub-200 experience an increase to 230+. He has held multiple comprehensive USMLE courses at top tier medical schools in the Midwest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q - How much does it cost?
$150 gets you all the lectures including bonus lectures on triads and biochemistry, MP3s, and lecture handouts. Anki deck organized by organ systems is free. Take it.
Q - What if I have questions about the lectures?
We expect you might. Please don’t hesitate to write Rahul directly at [email protected]. We also welcome feedback, bad or good. We are always looking to improve the way we prepare our students. Rahul also has great advice on time management and study tips.
Q - What if I’m not satisfied?
This is an easy one. Money back guaranteed.