The RLQ is one of the most commonly tested abdominal regions on the USMLE/COMLEX exams. In this podcast, I run through many of the HY pathologies associated with the RLQ and make numerous integrations that should help you score easy points on your test.
500 MCQ, 50 Hour Step 2/3 Review (June 1-12, 2026)
In this podcast, I discuss the upcoming 50 hour, 500 multiple choice question integrated review taking place in June of this year for Step 2/3 (and also Level 2/3). I’ll be teaching the entire course over zoom starting at 5.45 pm EST for all course days. Between all the teaching and provided resources, you’ll feel extremely well prepared for your exam. This will be the only 50 hr class this year. Email me via the website to register. Spots limited.
25 Hour Step 1 Basic Science Review (2/2-7, 2026)
In this short podcast, I discuss the upcoming 25 Hour USMLE Step 1 Basic Science Review starting at 5.45 pm EST each day from 2/2-7, 2026 over zoom. The review will be incredibly clinical, focus on integrations, help you understand pathophysiology, and expose you to a large amount of the Step 1 content. This class is also intended for folks taking Step 2 and 3 needing a refresher on their basic science foundations. Many taking Step 3 find this class to be very helpful given its large basic science coverage.
DIP Ep 628: USMLE Step 2/3 Rapid Review Series 131
In this podcast, I continue the rapid review series for Step 2/3 by discussing a host of hematology, psychiatry, and internal medicine concepts. I integrate some biostatistics and prognoses along the way. Good listen before your exams.
February 2026 Step 1-3 USMLE/COMLEX Classes (Starts 2/2/2026)
In this podcast, I explain exactly what you should expect to get from all my classes. I go over each class and discuss the way they are structured, specific advantages offered by each class, and my approach to covering the material. I discuss differences between the classes and my podcasts. The classes are all conducted over zoom.
Here are my January/February Classes;
For Step 1-3 (and COMLEX Level 1-3);
The 2.5 hr NBME Test Taking Strategies Class on 2/16/26 from 7.45 pm EST
The 4 Hour Biostatistics/Epidemiology review on 2/17/26 from 6.45 pm EST
The 5 Hour Social Sciences/Ethics/QI/Hospital Medicine review on 2/18/26 from 5.45 pm EST
For Step 2/3 (and Level 2/3) specifically;
The 20 Hour Step 2/3 Review on 2/21-25, 2026 from 6.45 pm EST on each day.
The 3 Hour Last Minute Primer on 2/19/26 from 7.45 pm EST
The 50 Hour, 500 MCQ Review for Step 2/3 taking place from 6/1-12, 2026 (5.45 pm EST each day).
For Step 1 specifically;
The 25 Hour Step 1 Review taking place from 2/2-7 (except 2/6), 2026 (February; 5.45 pm EST each day).
Advice for 2026: Simplify
In this podcast, I discuss the principle of simplification. This is something I practice very diligently that has over time contributed to increased effectiveness in many domains of my life. I give a rich number of examples and specific approaches that can get you going in this regard.
DIP Ep 627: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part B
This podcast is incredibly HY for the USMLE and COMLEX exams. In this concluding podcast, I address herpes from an “integrative” perspective. There are so many branch points our examinee overlords can take with the herpes viruses so I aggressively go after them with this podcast. In this second part, I discuss the remaining herpes viruses (2-8). I also integrate the some material related to neurology and immunology while discussing some other pathologies that make common appearances on these board exams.
DIP Ep 626: The Clutch Herpes Podcast (Step 1-3), Part A
This podcast is incredibly HY for the USMLE and COMLEX exams. In this multipart podcast series, I address herpes from an “integrative” perspective. There are so many branch points our examinee overlords can take with the herpes viruses so I aggressively go after them with this podcast. In this first part, I lay a herpes foundation with a big discussion on HSV1. I also integrate the trigeminal nerve and specifically discuss some pathologies that make common appearances on these board exams.
DIP Ep 625: The 5 USMLE “Gaps” (Step 1-3)
In this podcast, I conceptually explain the 5 different gaps tested on the USMLEs (Serum AG, Urine AG, Osmolal gap, SAAG gradient, and A-a gradient). I make numerous integrations and really help you understand these things so you don’t have to memorize them. Another point of emphasis (low SAAG ascites is similar conceptually to exudative effusions). If you’re interested in the Step 1-3 classes beginning next week, shoot me an email.
DIP Ep 624: Common Interview Errors
In this podcast, I detail common errors applicants make during the course of interviews. Try to avoid these as you navigate the ERAS process.
