FMGE July '24 Toppers' Insights: Inspiring Success Stories and Strategies

With the FMGE July '24 results recently released, the medical community is buzzing with inspiring stories of triumph and dedication. 

Among the exceptional achievers is Dr. Dinesh, who not only cleared the exam but also secured an astounding score of 244, earning the All India Rank 1. 

In an exclusive interview with Dr. Deepak Marwah, Dr. Dinesh shares his remarkable journey, shedding light on the strategies and resources that played a crucial role in his success. This blog delves into his and other toppers’ experience highlighting how PrepLadder's comprehensive learning resources significantly contributed to their outstanding performance.

Achieving AIR 1: Dr. Dinesh's Journey with PrepLadder

Dr. Dinesh's path to securing AIR 1 in the FMGE July '24 exam is a testament to his dedication and the strategic use of PrepLadder's resources. 

Starting his preparation in his third year, Dr. Dinesh embraced the extensive video lectures, particularly those of Dr. Marwah for medicine and Dr. Preeti Sharma for pathology and microbiology. 

He dedicates a significant part of his success to the structured and high-yield content provided by PrepLadder. The Rapid Revision (RR) and Last Resort Revision (FMGE LRR) videos, in particular, were vital in his final month of preparation, offering a precise and focused review of essential topics.

PrepLadder's comprehensive QBank was another cornerstone of Dr. Dinesh's study strategy. He meticulously bookmarked questions, focusing on those he answered incorrectly and those with particularly insightful solutions. 

In his own words, Dr. Dinesh described PrepLadder as a "Nitro boost," accelerating his preparation and providing the precise and laser-focused material needed to excel. 

He emphasized the importance of starting early and using PrepLadder's resources judiciously to achieve optimal results. His success story is not just about hard work and perseverance but also about making the right choices in terms of study materials and strategies, with PrepLadder being a significant part of his journey. Watch the full video here.

Dr. Simran Scored 244: A Journey to Success with PrepLadder

Dr. Simran scored 244 in the FMGE July '24 exam and we can’t be more proud and happier for her. 

Her journey is a story of determination, strategy, and effective use of PrepLadder's resources. She started her focused preparation in February, using the FMGE Solutions book by Dr. Marwah, which she described as essential for covering previous year questions (PYQs) and their explanations. This book formed the foundation of her studies, making half of her preparation job easier.

Dr. Simran dedicated her last three months to revising her notes and PYQs three times. Her strategy included solving 100-150 questions daily and taking grand tests (GTs) regularly. She started with weekly GTs and increased the frequency to twice a week closer to the exam.

One of the key elements in her success was the effective use of PrepLadder's Rapid Revision (RR) and Last Resort Revision (LRR) videos. These resources allowed her to consolidate her knowledge and focus on high-yield topics. Dr. Simran emphasized the importance of starting early and using PrepLadder’s comprehensive QBank and mock exams, which simulated the real exam environment and helped her score consistently.

Dr. Simran's disciplined approach, combined with PrepLadder's structured and high-yield content, ultimately led to her outstanding achievement. 

Watch the full video here. 

Dr. Kripal Jadeja Scored 238: Acing FMGE with PrepLadder

Dr. Kripal Jadeja's incredible achievement of scoring 238 in the FMGE July '24 exam is a testament to his strategic preparation and effective use of PrepLadder's resources. Starting his preparation in his fourth year of MBBS, Dr. Kripal focused on mastering complex subjects like Medicine and Cardiology early on. 

He found Dr. Deepak Marwah’s lectures on ECG interpretation particularly invaluable, as they simplified a challenging topic and boosted his confidence.

Dr. Kripal's preparation was not just about hard work but also smart strategies. He utilized PrepLadder's QBank extensively, finding its higher difficulty level beneficial for thorough preparation. 

Instead of relying solely on notes, Dr. Kripal preferred revising through solving questions. He consistently tackled 100-200 questions daily, using PrepLadder’s custom modules to focus on harder topics like Cardiology, Nephrology, and Neurology.

Regular grand tests (GTs) were a critical part of Dr. Kripal's strategy. He began with weekly GTs, increasing the frequency closer to the exam. Although his initial scores were modest, his persistent effort and strategic analysis of his performance led to continuous improvement. 

His journey underscores the importance of consistent practice, strategic use of study materials, and tackling challenging subjects head-on.\

Watch the full video here. 

Dr. Mohamed Scored 235: A First-Attempt Success with PrepLadder

Dr. Mohamed Khalidh achieved an impressive score of 235 in the FMGE July '24 exam on his first attempt. His journey began in the second year of MBBS at DMSF in the Philippines, where he started using PrepLadder to strengthen his concepts. He found the conceptual videos particularly helpful, especially Dr. Nikita's milestone videos, which proved vital during the exam.

Dr. Khalidh's preparation strategy included using PrepLadder's Rapid Revision videos and solving questions from the QBank. He preferred reviewing questions in the afternoon when he felt sleepy, finding the explanations for wrong answers particularly useful. He stressed the importance of solving questions to understand concepts better.

He began giving grand tests after completing his first reading, despite failing his first mock test. This setback motivated him to improve, and he gradually increased his scores. Dr. Khalidh also made his own notes and regularly revised them, focusing on key topics and previous years' questions.

Dr. Khalidh's advice to future aspirants is to stay consistent, never lose hope, and keep revising to achieve their goals.Watch the full video here.

Now to inspire you even more, let's talk about Dr. Aadi Morakhia, the topper of FMGE Jan '24.

About Dr. Aadi Morakhia

Dr. Aadi Morakhia hails from Surat, Gujarat. He completed his MBBS from Smolensk State Medical University and successfully cleared the FMGE on his first try. In a conversation with Dr. Aadi, he shared that during the initial three years of his six-year course, he focused on solidifying his understanding of all 19 subjects. 

Dr. Aadi emphasized the importance of consistent studying and practicing MCQs right from the start. He highlighted the significance of attempting grand tests to simulate the real exam environment and overcome exam fear. This approach helped him immensely in performing well on the day of the actual exam. 

What made the difference for FMGE Topper Jan 2024

We have distilled the key strategies after analyzing the FMGE topper interview. Here is what we have discovered:

Strengthen fundamentals

Build a strong framework to further expand your knowledge and understanding. Only once foundational knowledge is strong can you move on to understanding complex topics and will be able to face clinical questions in the exam. 

When you have a strong grasp over fundamentals it will enable your critical thinking and analytical skills on the exam day. 

Mock Exams- A No Brainer for Success! 

Unlike most students who fear attempting the mock tests because of the fear of failure, the FMG exam topper for January, 2024 Dr. Aadi stringently practiced MCQs and also appeared for the grand tests and the Champions Exam ‘23 organized by PrepLadder for real exam simulation. 

Not only it helped him assess his preparation but the real exam pattern of the mock test helped him prepare to face the exam pressure, and build confidence for the actual test day. 

Just like him, you can begin your FMG exam preparation by beginning your MCQ practice from PrepLadder’s QBank. 

Trust your gut

From the FMGE topper interview, a major takeaway for you is to go with the gut when all the options of the MCQ appear nearly identical. Yes, Dr. Aadi emphasizes relying on your gut feeling can often be advantageous. Additionally, he cautions against overanalyzing questions, noting that he has fallen into this trap and selected incorrect answers as a result. Many students make this same mistake, ultimately costing them marks.

Revision, revision & more revision!

Nothing can beat revision and this becomes the key deciding factor for how well you perform in the exam! During the last days leading to the exam, Dr. Aadi’s study routine included skimming through his concise handwritten FMGE notes for all 19 subjects and a day before the exam he majorly focused on revising all the formulas and other volatile information. 

Not just this but Dr. Aadi utilized his break between part 1 and part 2 of the FMG ‘24 exam to revise his handwritten notes instead of wasting it in idle chatter or discussing part 1- exceptional, isn't it? 

Now that we have gained insights from the journey of the topper, we’d like you to run through the key takeaways that made the FMGE topper stay ahead in his game. 

You can also watch the complete interview of FMGE Jan '24 Topper Dr. Aadi Morakhia with PrepLadder's Dream Faculty Dr. Deepak Marwah and Dr. Preeti Sharma.

Key Takeaways from FMGE Topper Jan '24 Interview

From navigating the challenges of exam preparation to achieving excellence in medical entrance exams we have the following key takeaways from Dr. Aadi, the FMGE topper.

Start early

Starting early allows one to gain a better grasp of fundamentals and a better understanding of information, and why not? The FMG exam is a tough nut to crack. 

Do not fear the grand test

The grand tests must be viewed as an opportunity to get real exam simulation and assess knowledge, skills, and preparation. Rather than fearing failure, they should be embraced as valuable learning opportunities.

Do not leave MCQ practice for tomorrow

There is never a good tomorrow for preparation. Instead, take today as an opportunity to practice and become confident for the final exam day. With each passing year, the syllabus, and responsibilities are only going to increase so there won't be any perfect tomorrow to begin preparation. So, kickstart your exam preparation by practicing MCQs from clinical QBank right away! 

Prepare handwritten notes

Making personalized notes is time-consuming, but always comes in handy for quick revision.

The power of revision

Utilize even the shortest available time to cement what you have learned to attain greater confidence and master the complex topics. 

June '23 FMGE topper Dr. Faizan Gulzar emphasizes the importance of revision in FMG exam preparation, and he dedicated the last 6 months before the exam primarily to revising.

Daily study targets must never be missed 

Steady pace of learning and progress towards larger goals instead of accumulating a backlog of material to study, and revise towards the end.  

From prioritizing consistent practice, cementing fundamentals, prioritizing revision until the last to trusting the gut, the toppers' dedication and approaching the exam with a strategic preparation helped him navigate the challenges that come with exam preparation and achieving academic goals. 

By following the footsteps of the FMGE toppers July 2024 and similar other preparation journey and strategies of toppers students can navigate the challenges of exam preparation with confidence and achieve their academic goals.