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How to Prepare for the MMI: 10 Expert Strategies
How do you prepare for the MMI?
In this video, Dr. Rajani Katta, author of The Medical School Interview and The MMI book, reviews her 10 expert strategies to help you prepare for the MMI.
The typical format of the MMI is that you rotate through a series of different “stations.“ At each station, you meet with a different interviewer who evaluates your performance. Each station is centered around a different prompt, and your goal is to respond to that prompt.
If you read the websites of multiple medical schools, some will tell you that there is no way to prepare for an MMI. In other words, “just relax, be yourself, and do your best.“ We disagree. Can you predict which prompts will be used in your MMI? No, of course not. There are dozens and dozens of different potential prompts that you might be faced with. Although you won’t know the prompts in advance, and therefore won’t be able to memorize your response, you can definitely prepare. In this video, Dr. Rajani Katta reviews her 10 expert strategies for preparing for your MMI. The first strategy is to learn the different types of prompts. Strategy number 2 is to do a mock MMI and practice. The 3rd strategy is to practice with a timer. Strategy 4 is to prepare for each type of prompt. The 5th strategy is to learn the 4 key strategies for acting prompts. Strategy 6 is to practice responding to high-yield scenarios. Strategy 7 is to learn the basics of medical ethics for discussion stations. The 8th strategy is to learn the key principles and general structure of discussion questions. The 9th strategy is to have some introductions ready to go. The 10th and last strategy is to bring in your own personal experiences whenever possible.
TIMESTAMPS:
0:00 - Intro
1:38 - Learn the Different Types of Prompts
7:57 - The MMI Mock Interview and Practice
9:26 - Practice with a Timer
11:10 - Prepare for Each Type of Prompt
11:49 - Learn the 4 Key Strategies for Acting Stations
14:46 - Practice Responding to High-Yield MMI Scenarios
15:51 - For Discussion Stations: Learn the Basics of Medical Ethics
17:48 - Learn the Key Principles and General Structure of Discussion Stations
20:10 - Have Some Introductions Ready to Go
20:59 - Bring in Personal Experiences Whenever Possible
23:09 - Conclusion
LINKS REFERENCED IN VIDEO:
1. Blog post with the different types of MMI prompts: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/post/mmi-interview-prep-9-expert-strategies-for-premedical-students
2. Blog post on how to answer behavioral interview questions: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/post/how-do-i-answer-behavioral-interview-questions-during-the-residency-interview
3. Blog post on the basics of medical ethics: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/post/introduction-to-basic-medical-ethics-for-the-casper-test-mmi-and-medical-school-interview
4. Podcast episodes on the basics of medical ethics: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/podcast-1/episode/31cb21aa/20-five-medical-ethics-cases-on-autonomy-and-confidentiality
www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/podcast-1/episode/1b7a70bd/19-five-cases-with-medical-ethics-issues
Who we are: At MD2B, our admissions and interview expertise has helped thousands of medical students, IMGs, and premedical students achieve success in medicine. Dr. Samir Desai and Dr. Rajani Katta are the authors of multiple best-selling books, with over 250,000 copies sold. They are award-winning educators, medical school professors, and practicing physicians, and through their insider expertise, books, courses, podcast, and consulting services they have helped thousands of medical school and residency applicants achieve their goals.
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  • @EtimEffiom
    @EtimEffiom Місяць тому

  • @NotaScrimp
    @NotaScrimp 2 місяці тому

    Thank you! This helps narrow down the options for how to respond. Though, one of the practice questions boiled was “you are stranded on an island with four other survivors. How do you survive? How do you stay hopeful? Your shelter is destroyed by the high winds. What should you do?” It was very odd.

  • @PouriaZhr
    @PouriaZhr 6 місяців тому

    🎯 Key Takeaways for quick navigation: 01:12 🔄 *Reform questions in CASPer exams require a systemic approach, looking beyond individuals to identify policy changes that can prevent similar situations in the future.* 02:08 📊 *To answer a reform question effectively, consider three key elements: gather information from stakeholders, define clear goals for the policy, and tie your response back to the given scenario.* 03:38 🕒 *Keep responses concise, as you have about 90 seconds for a typed answer in the CASPer exam. Focus on the most impactful points rather than providing extensive details.* 04:48 🎯 *Clearly articulate your goals for the policy, balancing medical care, security, and support for patients and their families.* 06:16 📋 *In a typed response, illustrate your approach with practical steps, such as surveying stakeholders and ensuring the clear visibility of the policy to address concerns raised in the scenario.* Made with HARPA AI

  • @saminakhanbashir4098
    @saminakhanbashir4098 8 місяців тому

    Really like your Casper approach, thanks for making videos. Waiting for more Casper videos and expert responses both for typing based scenarios and for verbal one. 👍🏻

  • @u3962521
    @u3962521 Рік тому

    Hi, i just got my result back for Casper and scored in the top quartile. Your videos were very helpful as I prepared. Particularly in how to approach each question with a framework. Thanks so much!

  • @valeriegriffin7595
    @valeriegriffin7595 Рік тому

    Been watching all you videos over and over again. Wish me luck ❤

  • @tanvirlatif3203
    @tanvirlatif3203 Рік тому

    Great video. Thank you for this. Keep doing what you're doing.

  • @himanshi8864
    @himanshi8864 Рік тому

    In the reform question type, what could be the answer for the question where i have to give advice to manager to avoid worktime conflicts ?

  • @zainjafry2658
    @zainjafry2658 Рік тому

    this is invaluable content posted fully for free. i used similar content on your channel to prepare for the CASPER test and it helped so much to score in the fourth quartile this year. thank you! please keep making content 😄

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      Thanks so much-really appreciate those kind words!

  • @faithfaith690
    @faithfaith690 Рік тому

    These videos are very helpful. Thank You so much for taking your time to make them. Really do appreciate this Dr. Raja. ☺😊

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      Appreciate that very kind comment-thank you!

  • @idris3293
    @idris3293 Рік тому

    so its 1 minute for each video response? and not the 3 questions?

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      You have 1 minute for each video response response question

  • @carnagegaming4287
    @carnagegaming4287 Рік тому

    Just wanted to say thank you for the videos! Received a 4th quartile on the CASPer exam.

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      So happy to hear that! Thanks so much for sharing, and congrats!

  • @megmango6759
    @megmango6759 Рік тому

    Thank you so much! This is an incredibly helpful video, happy I came across your channel!

  • @royyavnieli8222
    @royyavnieli8222 Рік тому

    Very sharp approach!!

  • @Bfall23
    @Bfall23 Рік тому

    Thank you for this video! How many words per minute should we strive for?

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      Great question, don’t really have guidelines on words per minute, it’s more about organizing your thoughts and getting them down efficiently. But the faster typist definitely have an advantage.

  • @dylanmariano3106
    @dylanmariano3106 Рік тому

    ahaha im scared (but this did ease my anxiety a bit, thanks)

  • @mkhan8902
    @mkhan8902 Рік тому

    Thank you this is very helpful!!

  • @hungduong2043
    @hungduong2043 Рік тому

    How is this response? I did this in 1 min and 30 sec I would approach Daphne and tell her that Natalie may financial issues and as a result is not able to pay. Or perhaps something traumatic has happened in her life, such as the death of a parent. I would tell daphne that we cannot blame her because it may ruin their friendship. I would also help daphne to see if there is a refund policy, or help daphne get in touch with the home owner to see if they are able to provide a refund or even a partial refund.

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      Nice work offering potential solutions! Would be even better to confirm with Natalie about her reasons, but good work typing this much with the time constraints.

  • @awesomeness3056
    @awesomeness3056 Рік тому

    What do you think of writing the test prep questions in a bit of a longer time-period at first and then slowly shortening the time period as you go?

    • @md2bpremed980
      @md2bpremed980 Рік тому

      That’s definitely a great strategy for practicing, since one of the hardest things about the CASPer is definitely finishing in such a short time.

  • @coleanderson6263
    @coleanderson6263 2 роки тому

    Thank you, this was a really easy to digest, useful video

  • @ellielavery2567
    @ellielavery2567 2 роки тому

    Thank you!

  • @geniuspeng
    @geniuspeng 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the examples and detailed responses!

  • @Veronicamaria02
    @Veronicamaria02 2 роки тому

    Thank you so much for taking the time to give us such a detailed approach to the CASPer!

  • @lovelysmith1794
    @lovelysmith1794 2 роки тому

    Thanks..

  • @md2bpremed980
    @md2bpremed980 2 роки тому

    Here are those links: Podcast episodes: Overview of medical ethics: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/podcast-1/episode/1b7a70bd/19-five-cases-with-medical-ethics-issues Autonomy discussion: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/podcast-1/episode/31cb21aa/20-five-medical-ethics-cases-on-autonomy-and-confidentiality Blog post: www.thesuccessfulmatch.com/post/how-to-approach-ethical-dilemma-scenarios-in-the-medical-school-interview-and-in-the-mmi

  • @Veronicamaria02
    @Veronicamaria02 2 роки тому

    I wish I would've done this on my CASPer exam. I didn't take any notes on the scenarios :(

  • @Veronicamaria02
    @Veronicamaria02 2 роки тому

    I'm excited to keep seeing these series! This seems super helpful.