Tip #4 – If it Ain’t Broke… Improving pediatric residency in-training exam scores can be challenging. In this PBR article, we look at “tech” and whether or not new “tech” is better than tried and true methods. I’ve always been a huge advocate of embracing technology as it relates to medicine and accelerating learning. Especially […]
Click Here And Continue Reading...Tip #3 – Propinquity! Propinqua-what? And what does that have to do with improving in-training exam scores? The word is PROPINQUITY! In a recent article titled, “Tips #1 & 2 – Start Early & Work Smart!” I talk about the direct correlation between residency in-training exam scores and the number of hospital admissions a resident […]
Click Here And Continue Reading...WHAT IS THE PEDIATRICS BOARD REVIEW FACEBOOK CREW? It’s a pediatric board review forum, but it’s through Facebook! Pediatrics Board Review has created a Facebook Page as well as a Facebook Group. There are two primary differences between these. The page can be liked by anyone and posts can be seen by anyone. PBR’s Facebook […]
Click Here And Continue Reading...Being the author of the PBR and interacting with so many pediatricians is really a blessing, but it also comes some heartache. I tend to have much more interaction with pediatricians that have failed the initial certification exam prior to finding PBR. Responding to all of those emails can be tiring, and often it’s just […]
Click Here And Continue Reading.... Pediatric board exam results have varied over the years from the mid 70s to the high 80s due to changes in the ABP’s scoring. Higher pass rates are achieved through planning and structure. For me, I am SO glad that I had this year’s “results day” off. There was no warning at all; just […]
Click Here And Continue Reading...Can You Really Improve ITE Scores? In the PBR article called “Can I Improve Pediatrics In-Training Exam Scores For Myself? Or For My Program?” I released survey results from recent test-takers who took their pediatric boards in October. Insufficient focus on early board preparation is a widespread problem in pediatric residency programs. While residents can […]
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