Primary Certification
New Video: Part II Examination Q&A With Dr. Matt McLaughlin
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Experienced examiner Matt McLaughlin, MD, MS, hosted an Instagram Live to answer Part II Examination candidate questions and give advice for approaching the exam.
Questions he addresses include:
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Will candidates be able to see the question stem/text on-screen so they can reference it while answering?
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What is the best way to use my notes?
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If a candidate names the wrong tests or is too thorough in data acquisition, are points taken off?
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For Domain A: If a candidate mentions previous level of function without going deeper and the examiner doesn’t ask “why,” is it safe to assume it wasn’t important?
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Should I give my answer and wait for the examiner to ask “why,” or should I talk through my reasoning as I go?
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If I don't say the correct diagnosis, will I fail the case?
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How concerned should I be about how much time I’m taking answering a specific question?
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Should candidates be concerned if examiners aren’t nodding or smiling?
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What should a candidate do if they get a diagnosis wrong?
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Is it okay to ask the examiner to repeat the stem?
And more!
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