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USMLE Board Preparation

Passage of USMLE Step 1 and 2 are required to graduate from UTMB. The Office of Academic Support Services and Career Counseling provides support for medical student board preparation with several programs:

  1. Board Preparation Manual: A manual to aid in the preparation of USMLE Step 1 is provided to each student. An orientation meeting is held with all MS 2 students to provide an overview of the USMLE board services and programs offered by the Office of Academic Support Services and Career Counseling. A panel of MS 3 students present their experiences preparing and sitting for USMLE Step 1 and answer questions.
  2. Step Prep: A two week board review workshop is offered to facilitate MS 2 students in a comprehensive review of the basic science content on USMLE Step 1. This workshop is offered at the end of April and the beginning of May and includes a series of faculty presentations that cover high-yield basic science material.
  3. Peer Mentoring: A Peer Mentoring Program is offered to assist students with organization, setting up a study calendar, selecting study materials and identifying high yield content areas. This program uses a small group format, begins during Derm/Heme block and can continue through the end of June, depending on group needs.
  4. Individual Tutoring: Individualized assistance in preparing for USMLE, Steps 1 and 2 is provided upon request, but is dependent on availability of peer tutors.
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Academic Support Services Staff:

Pamela O'Callaghan, PhD
Director of Academic Support Services and Career Counseling
(409) 772-5414
paocalla@utmb.edu

Jylynn Villarreal
Business Coordinator
jrvillar@utmb.edu
(409) 772-5414

Office Location:
1.210 Ashbel Smith Bldg.