31/01/2023
Last minute tips to prepare for NEET PG 2023
NEET-PG is an annual examination for medical students pursuing a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Master of Surgery (MS), Diploma programmes, and other specialities at public and private universities organised by the National Board of Examinations (NBE).
The NBE has mentioned that the 2023 exam is set to take place across 267 cities in the country on March 5, 2023. This edition of the examination will offer 19,953 seats for Doctor of Medicine (MD), 10,821 seats for Master of Surgery (MS), and 1979 seats for other PG Diploma courses to the candidates. Some common topics that candidates can expect questions from in the Orthopaedics segment of the exam include dislocation of the hip and shoulder, colles fracture, nerve injury of the upper limb with a focus on its clinico anatomical correlation, and OPD diagnostic cases such as lower back pain, osteoporosis and entrapment syndromes.
The application process for the examination is scheduled to begin from the third week of December 2022. Candidates often experience anxiety and stress as they get closer to the day of the examination. To help candidates during this period, here are some tips to stay focused:
FOCUS ON QUESTIONS FROM PREVIOUS YEARS:
Candidates must consistently take mock tests in order to test their knowledge and familiarise themselves with the pattern of the exam. However, it is essential for them to prioritise solving questions asked in the previous editions of the NEET PG exam in order to boost their confidence and monitor their progress over time. By solving questions from previous editions of the exam, candidates will also be able to identify and evaluate areas where they are weak and take action to improve those areas.
IMPORTANT TOPICS:
In addition to the topics mentioned above, candidates must strengthen their understanding of topics such as temporary stabilisation of fractures in emergency using fractions and splints, tumours; particularly GCT, osteosarcoma and Ewing's for their peculiar X-ray findings, and nerve injuries such as Ulnar nerve injuries, Median nerve injuries, Radial nerve injuries, and Common peroneal nerve injuries. Furthermore, candidates must focus largely on symptoms and signs of illnesses and injuries instead of their management in order to secure desired results in the exam.
REVISION:
By creating a well laid out revision pattern, candidates can effectively revisit important topics and chapters in order to improve their understanding of the same. Candidates must also note that it is vital to make their own notes in addition to material available online. Candidates may also enrol for crash-courses and classes for preparation., Revision is one of the key components of a candidate’s revision strategy, and it is essential that candidates revise the syllabus as many times as they can. Candidates must note that repeated practice is always more beneficial than studying a new topic only once.
DO NOT LEAVE ANY SUBJECT OUT DURING PREPARATION:
Candidates often feel pressured by the length of the syllabus and choose to avoid preparing for one of the subjects in order to focus on the others. However, this is not advisable. If a candidate chooses to avoid preparation for specific subjects during their preparation, they must ensure that they go through questions that have appeared in the previous editions of the exam at the very least. By doing so, candidates can familiarise themselves with the important topics of the subject as well as the exam pattern for the same, putting them in a favourable position as the exam approaches.
ANALYSE QUESTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING:
Lengthy questions in the NEET PG exam are often the easiest ones to answer. While reading a lengthy question, candidates must try to identify the answer in the first two lines as they are often indicative of the answer. By using this approach while reading a lengthy question, candidates will be able to save time and select the correct option effectively.
REMAIN CALM AND COMPOSED:
It is essential for all candidates to remain focused and composed as they approach the exam day. Candidates must believe in themselves and have faith in their preparation. They must also ensure that they get enough sleep, take care of their mental and physical health, and eat healthy food. Lastly, it is important for candidates to remember that stress and anxiety could have a negative impact on their performance, so it is imperative for them to take all measures necessary to maintain their composure and focus.
