Dr. Tracey L.
The Program WORKS!
I came to the PASS program years ago to prep for Step 1. I had never taken the exam before and heard many good reviews about the program. Additionally, I went to a Caribbean off shore medical school, so my basic science knowledge was near to none. Before PASS, I thought of passing USMLE step 1 as a long shot dream. Dr Francis took me in and guided me through every step of the process. I came in not knowing a single thing, to making connections, filling in the blanks, reciting pharm and most importantly, understanding medicine. After the 8 week course, I stayed in Champaign to take my school COMP exam and then my Step 1. I walked into Step 1 knowing those drill sheets and pharm like the back of my hand. I felt so confident. I PASSED step 1 with flying colors because of Dr. Francis, and I mean that! He truly made me love Medicine. I will never forget what I mentioned to one of my attendings during my rotations that Dr. Franics taught me, “You must first learn normal, that way abnormal will always stand out". I came back to the Program for Step 2CS and for Step 2 CK. While everyone is different, many will complain about the Step 2CK students learning the same information as Step 1. But I beg the differ, it truly is the same material. If you know the PASS Program notes from Step 1, your step 2CK will be another Success. They took me in and had faith in me when I lost faith in myself. No program will be perfect, you must bring your own work ethic, drive, and passion. I never missed a morning question session and used each tutor session to my advantage. I went in each session with the thought, “ I want to teach you as if you are my student, and please stop me or correct in any place.” And every time I came out stronger. I came to the program with a mission, to learn medicine and be a great Physician, and that was my focus. The city was great and calm which helped, but I barley left my apartment anyway, only for church on Sunday. Also, I will say for Step 2CK, one should also use Next Step In Management NANAK! I am grateful and appreciative of the PASS Program. I just found out two week ago that I MATCHED into Family Medicine. And I know without a doubt it was because of God, and The PASS Program. I know if time permits, I would be blessed to be able to come back for Step 3 prep during residency. Thank you PASS Program team!
Response from PASS ProgramFeb 14, 2025
What an incredible journey! 🎉 Your dedication, hard work, and trust in the process truly paid off. Dr. Francis and the PASS Program clearly made a lasting impact, and your success is well-deserved. Huge congrats on MATCHING into Family Medicine! 👏🎊 Wishing you all the best in residency! 💙🏥



