COURSE GUIDE

  • Integrated System Based
  • Active Learning Notebook
  • Clinical Critical Thinking
  • Q Bank Integration

Boards & Wards

The fastest, the easiest & the most efficient One Stop Program for USMLE Step 1 & NBME Prep. Boards & Wards 8 week Program complements both organ system and discipline-based curricula. Boards & Wards is an all- in-one prep program for first and second -year medical students to supplement medical school curricula. Students can also use this comperhesive review to study for the USMLE Step 1 and NBME. Structured by organ system, Boards & Wards integrates important information across various disciplines and their clincal applications into one active learning workbook. B&W teaches you how to think critically to solve medical problems in your exam and your future medical career in organized logic approach.

1- What is the time-frame structure of the Boards & Wards Program for the USMLE Step 1?

Live In Center & Live On Line. The B&W Program is offered as 8 week continuous cycles so students can join at any Mondy of any week of the year.

Course time structure:

8 - week duration
5 - day / week
4 - hour / day

B&W 8 week continues cycles Program
  • Week 1
    Cardiovascular system
  • Week 2
    Respiratory & renal/urinary system
  • Week 3
    Reproductive and endocrine systems
  • Week 4
    Blood and lymphoreticular/immune systems
  • Week 5
    Muscloskeletal, skin & subcutaneous tissue
  • Week 6
    Gastrointestinal system
  • Week 7
    Behavioral health & nervous system/special senses
  • Week 8
    Biochemistry & biostatistics
2- What resources and studying method should I use for USMLE step 1 during B&W Program?
All what you need:

1- NoteBook that you will make on your own actively with B & W comprehensive integrated class. This active learning NOTEBOOK method is the best to understand and retain the concepts. Dr. Suleiman, will tell you exactly the "what" is important to know and the "how" to pass your exams.

2- UWorld Q-bank Step 1 and / or USMLE Rx Q-bank. Advise our students to use them as strong Studying Tool some questions will be integrated alongside of B&W program.

3- How long to study for USMLE Step 1?

Usually 4 to 6 months including the 2 month of our B&W Program.

4- How to assess my studying progress and the best predictor of my final exam?

1- UWSA ( 2 UWorld self assessments).
Take one test at the end of our course.
Then take the second UWSA just week before your final exam.

2- NBME
Take the last 4 exams.
take one test every one or two week after finishing the program.

3- Do the NBME free 120 self assessment just days befor the final exam.

We highly recommend to take B&W USMLE Step 2 Program right after passing USMLE Step 1 in order to make the prep for step 2 easier, more efficient and faster.

“I loved when he would do the flow charts and break down the topics…”
I found out about the program through another AUA friend. The program was very helpful. This program definitely filled in gaps of my knowledge. This program helped me really organize my way of studying. The flexibility of the course schedule is great as well. I liked the way Dr. Suleiman presented the material. I loved when he would do the flow charts and break down the topics into a simple format that really helps retain it in memory.

I tried Kaplan-Mandatory after basic sciences. I think Dr. Suleiman’s course was much more effective in terms of integration and high-yield knowledge. Systems based review course is much better for me personally than subject based. I feel like my foundation is completely solidified now and my performance level on and practice exams have definitely improved…

Thank you to Dr. Suleiman and Ulysses for making this step course happen. I feel more at ease and prepared to take the step after these 6 weeks of preparation.

Testimonial
Christine
Student

“…information he covered overshadows what we did in Kaplan.”
I heard about Omega Scholars from word of mouth of student who had already took the course. I ended up taking the course and found it to be very Fast-Paced, Comprehensive, & High-Yield! What I liked most was Dr. Suleman’s system-based approach: He covers the essential material from embryology to anatomy to physio/pathophys to the relevant micro/pharm. I appreciated his advice on how to study/ what materials to use/ linking to step 2 (management). I liked his approach with drawing out /writing on the board.
I previously did take the Kaplan- 10 weeks course, but didn’t compare to taking Omega Scholars’ course. It was like night and day in the amount of high yield information Omega Scholars covered, overshadowing what we did in Kaplan. I wish I sat in his course twice instead of doing Kaplan. He really does a good job interrogating the different concepts and emphasizing what was previously tested on step 1/ comp exam.
Going into the exam I feel highly prepared. I have more confidence in understanding the material (many things were taught / reviewed more effectively/ efficiently than I had previously learned.) And I would definitely recommend the course to everyone, 100%!

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Jimmy P
Student

“I really liked the course a lot. Changes the way you approach medicine.”
I really liked the course a lot. Changes the way you approach medicine. He really explains what STEP 1 entails without bs.
Favorite part was the interaction with Dr. Suleiman. I felt like he knew each of us very well. If I plan to take a Review course for Step 2 I would definitely choose Dr. Suleiman’s.

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Jeff
Student

“Fantastic. Exactly what I needed to kick my Step2 CK exam preparation into the next gear.”
Fantastic. Exactly what I needed to kick my Step2 CK exam preparation into the next gear.
I liked the small group setting. I also liked how seamlessly Dr. Suleiman can transition into basic science concepts while teaching for the clinical knowledge exam. I felt like the daily reminders and refreshers of important basic science concepts helped to make my studies feel more well-rounded and comprehensive.
I’ve taken Doctor’s in Training (DIT) online. The classroom setting with Dr. Suleiman was more effective for me than what I have found online review courses to be.
I feel like I am now better prepared. Don’t get me wrong, the quantity of material is vast. That was expected. However, I know I am now moving in the right direction as far as approaching scenarios, applying and integrating fundamental concepts in a dynamic way
Furthermore, I think you guys have an excellent program. Dr. Suleiman is a marvelous teacher. It is apparent that he is passionate about his profession. His commanding understanding of medical concepts is inspiring. His skillful teaching technique is as refreshing as it is reinforcing.

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Devon Clarke
Student

“I would definitely recommend this course.”
Fantastic! It really tackled medicine from a “big picture” aspect and I understand what that means now.

I like most the intimate class size, being able to see and make connections, and the interactive aspect of the course.

I’ve taken other review programs “Kaplan”. It’s Incomparable!! I feel conceptually my foundation has been strengthened tremendously. I was previously studying from the inside out, instead of the outside in.

I would definitely recommend this course.

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Hashem Rifai
Student

“Course was fast and to the point.”
Course was fast and to the point. It helped clarify and connect certain topics that I was previously just memorizing. I would recommend this course to friends.

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Adam Lee
Student

“Excellent! A true review course course for USMLE STEP1”
I liked most the integration of subjects and systems.

I’ve take other review programs K***** and believe this course should be the gold standard of review programs.

I feel my preparation for STEP 1 is significantly better.

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Ahmed Ali
Student

“I jumped 15 points on my comp exam in just 4 weeks.”
I found the course to be amazing 10/10! I jumped 15 points on my comp exam in just 4 weeks.

I like that he uses the whiteboard and that he is very interactive with the students.

He is very warm hearted approachable and knowledgeable person. He truly cares about students.

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Anum Khan
Student

“My level of preparation is far better, I feel more motivated”
Very good He showed me the small things that can make a big difference.

He encourages us to study and shows genuine interest in our progress, He showed me easy ways to understand complex basic science concepts didn’t previously understand.

My level of preparation is far better, I feel more motivated

Thank you Dr. Suleiman for all the time you have spent teaching medicine and sharing with us your gift.

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Jose Espinosa
Student

“Extremely beneficial, Affordable.”
Dr. S helps you understand concepts and links the material in such a way that it becomes easier to understand rather than just memorizing.

Four hours a day is enough not to be overwhelmed, but we are also able to finish all relevant material within 6 weeks

I liked most the organization and presentation of all systems. Dr. Suleiman is the best Professor to teach medicine.

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Tehmina Khan
Student

“Amazing!”
“Dr. Suleiman’s class reduces my stress about STEP 1. He simplifies material so that we don’t need to memorize thousands of separate facts. I wish all of med school would have been organized as his class is…”

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Niki Nagavelli, MD
Student