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Overview

Comprehensive Pathology Review for USMLE Step 1

The Pathoma | USMLE Step 1 and Medical Course Review is a world-renowned, high-yield pathology learning experience designed for medical students preparing for the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 and for those seeking a comprehensive review of foundational pathology concepts. As one of the most trusted resources in medical education, Pathoma streamlines complex pathology material into easily digestible lectures and study materials, delivering unparalleled clarity and focus on exam-relevant details.

Trusted by Top Students Worldwide

Pathoma has gained a reputation as a cornerstone of exam preparation, consistently recommended by high-achieving students and educators. This course’s clear, concise teaching approach offers clarity on difficult topics and emphasizes the principles most likely to appear on the USMLE Step 1 and other medical exams. Learners benefit from structured modules that help them connect clinical features, pathophysiology, and underlying mechanisms, resulting in deeper practical understanding and improved exam performance.

Flexible, High-Yield Content Delivery

This review course provides an integrated blend of expert-led video lectures and concise written material, ideal for both first-phase learning and last-minute revision. The curriculum covers general principles and all major organ systems, presenting the essential facts needed to build a strong medical foundation. With materials accessible on-demand, students can learn when and where it works for their busy schedules—fulfilling our promise of “World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere.”

Develop Clinical Reasoning Skills

Beyond rote memorization, Pathoma fosters the ability to analyze and synthesize clinical scenarios, connecting symptoms to pathogenesis and management. This skillset is vital for success in coursework, clinical training, and national medical examinations. By incorporating clinical correlations and real-world relevance throughout, this course transforms passive review into active mastery—helping participants enter exams and their medical careers with lasting confidence.

Learning Objectives

Master Core Pathology Concepts

• Identify and explain the general principles of pathology, including cellular adaptations, injury, and death.
• Describe the pathophysiological mechanisms underlying major system-based diseases presented on Step 1.
• Interpret clinical vignettes using sound reasoning rooted in up-to-date pathology knowledge.

Develop High-Yield Examination Strategies

• Distinguish high-yield facts from lower-yield details to optimize study time and exam preparation.
• Apply systematic approaches to solving Step 1-style questions that target pathology-based concepts.
• Utilize efficient review strategies integrating video lectures with concise written notes and practice questions.

Improve Clinical Correlation Skills

• Link disease mechanisms with corresponding clinical presentations, diagnostic findings, and management strategies.
• Recognize classic pathological findings in case-based scenarios commonly tested on the USMLE Step 1.
• Develop confidence in applying pathology knowledge to real-world clinical contexts.

Enhance Long-Term Retention

This course is designed to reinforce memory and promote recall through repetition, visuals, and integrated learning techniques, ensuring students retain and understand essential concepts well beyond the exam setting.

Topics

General Pathology Principles

• Growth Adaptations, Cellular Injury, and Cell Death (154 min)
• Inflammation, Inflammatory Disorders, and Healing (221 min)
• Principles of Neoplasia (138 min)
• Hemostasis and Related Disorders (111 min)
• Red Blood Cell Disorders (164 min)
• White Blood Cell Disorders (118 min)
• Vascular Pathology (70 min)

Organ System Pathology – Cardiovascular and Respiratory

• Cardiac Pathology (94 min)
• Respiratory Tract Pathology (136 min)
• Gastrointestinal Pathology (157 min)
• Exocrine Pancreas, Gallbladder, and Liver Pathology (65 min)

Organ System Pathology – Genitourinary and Endocrine

• Kidney and Urinary Tract Pathology (95 min)
• Female Genital System and Gestational Pathology (153 min)
• Male Genital System Pathology (41 min)
• Endocrine Pathology (91 min)
• Breast Pathology (59 min)

Other Key Pathology Modules and Supplement

• Central Nervous System Pathology (96 min)
• Musculoskeletal Pathology (76 min)
• Skin Pathology (48 min)
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Target Audience

Medical Students Preparing for USMLE Step 1

This course is tailor-made for students entering their dedicated USMLE Step 1 study period and those revising key pathology concepts as part of their broader medical school curriculum. It addresses core exam content and supports effective, efficient study plans.

International Medical Graduates and Revalidation Candidates

Pathoma is invaluable for IMGs who must demonstrate mastery of USMLE Step 1 material, as well as for those preparing for licensing or revalidation exams in other regions that emphasize foundational pathology and clinical reasoning.

Foundation and Clinical Year Medical Learners

• Pre-clinical students seeking a strong pathology background for later clinical rotations.
• Clinical students integrating pathophysiological mechanisms with patient presentations.
• Individuals preparing for standardized exams or shelf exams during medical school.

All Learners Seeking Flexible, High-Quality Medical Education

Whether reviewing for exams or refreshing essential knowledge for practice, participants who value accessible, expertly curated content will benefit from this course. Our brand promise is simple: “World-Class Medical Learning — Accessible anytime, anywhere.”

Speaker(s) & Bio

Lead Faculty (Expert in Medical Pathology Education)

The course is delivered by an instructional lead highly experienced in teaching medical students at all levels. The lead faculty’s focus is on distilling complex pathology topics into clear, memorable concepts backed by evidence-based didactic methods. Their expertise ensures material accuracy and an engaging, logical progression through essential subjects.

Guest Expert (Clinical Pathology Integration Specialist)

Supporting the lead instructor, a guest expert with a strong background in integrating pathology concepts with real-world clinical cases contributes supplemental insights. This role ensures consistent relevance to clinical scenarios and exam-style questions throughout the course content for the benefit of diverse learner backgrounds.

Commitment to Expert, Student-Centered Teaching

The faculty team is committed to advancing student learning outcomes through high-yield, evidence-based instruction. All teaching is designed to foster deep understanding, lasting retention, and confident exam performance for learners worldwide.

Dedication to Accessibility and Excellence

In alignment with our brand promise, every educator involved in this program is dedicated to breaking barriers in medical education, delivering world-class medical learning that remains accessible anytime, anywhere, and supporting the next generation of physicians.