How to use GetThru

Q1: Why should I use GetThru for my exam preparation?

GetThru is the perfect companion for post-graduate doctors preparing for The GSSE (General Surgery Science Examination). We provide top-quality educational content created by doctors, for doctors. We ensure high quality in the MCQs through a multi-step process of writing, checking, and testing before publishing. Questions are then improved upon by direct and responsive feedback from past users and trainees in an iterative process to ensure fidelity and a high yield. All through a clean, simple and mobile friendly user interface!

Q2: What’s the importance of practicing with multiple-choice questions?

Multiple-choice questions are an essential part of exam preparation. It’s nearly impossible to memorize all the material required for these exams. Practicing with past questions helps you focus and engage your mind on specific topics, test your knowledge, and get a feel for the exam. Using past exam questions can help you get a feel for the exam and the knowledge required, so we’ve thrown away the old excel document and put them on our app for you to access for free, forever!

Q3: How does GetThru help with exam preparation?

GetThru offers a wide range of high-yield practice questions that cover the breadth of material required for your exam. We also help you understand the intrinsic techniques for answering multiple-choice questions. With consistent practice, you’ll recognize patterns, understand what the questions are looking for, and even remember niche facts that can make a difference in your exam performance.

About the GSSE

Q4: Which textbooks are used in the exams?

The GSSE primarily relies on three key textbooks:

Last’s Anatomy, Regional and Applied, 9th edition

Ganong’s Review of Medical Physiology, 25th Edition

Robbins and Cotran’s Pathological Basis of Disease, 10th edition.

Read more about the GSSE resources you’ll need to get through the exam.

Q5: How are the two papers of the GSSE structured?

The GSSE consists of two papers: Anatomy, followed by Pathology and Physiology. The Anatomy paper includes 100 questions, with 20 “Spot” questions that ask you to identify and answer questions about anatomical images. The Pathology and Physiology paper has 120 questions. Each paper is timed, lasting 2.5 hours (150 minutes), which means you have about 75 to 90 seconds per question.

Question Types

Q6: What types of questions can I expect in the GSSE?

There are four question designs in the GSSE: Type X, Type A, and Type B and Anatomy Spot questions. Type X questions, the most common, feature a stem and four true-or-false options. Type A questions are “best of five” questions (the classic MCQ), while Type B questions test your knowledge of relationships between a statement and a reason. The Anatomy Spots require the learner to look at anatomical images and provide free-text answers.

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Q7: Why should I use question banks for my exam preparation?

Question banks, like GetThru, can be a valuable tool for preparing for various exams, whether it’s a licensure exam, in-training exam, or a specialty exam. They help identify knowledge gaps, improve time management skills, familiarize you with the exam format, and boost your confidence.

Q8: When should I start using question banks in my exam preparation?

We recommend starting your exam preparation with question banks months in advance. Studies show that retrieval practice (using practice questions) is more effective than traditional studying. Begin with 30 questions three times a week and gradually increase to 25-50 questions daily in the days leading up to your exam.

Q9: How many practice questions should I aim to complete each day?

It’s crucial to maintain a steady level of practice questions daily, without cramming. The number of questions you attempt should be based on your target score and your current level of knowledge. Avoid overloading yourself; pacing is key. It’s essential to build your stamina over time, much like marathon runners.

Q10: What should I focus on while using question banks?

Understanding the correct answers is vital. Absorb the information and improve your knowledge and critical thinking skills. Take time to review question explanations, not just for the questions you got wrong but also for those you answered correctly. GetThru provides you with unique explanation for every question and option.

Q11: Is it advisable to take notes during test prep with question banks?

Yes, taking notes throughout your test prep can be helpful to remind yourself of the gaps that can be filled in later on.

Q12: What features should I make use of in question banks?

A good question bank offers various features to enhance your preparation:

Analytics: Check your category performance to identify strengths and weaknesses.

Thorough rationales: Access explanations for every question option to understand why each is right or wrong.

Customizable practice tests: Create tests in the areas you are currently studying.

Progress tracking: Monitor your progress over time, compare it to the website average in real-time.

Mobile app: Stay flexible with a mobile app, allowing you to practice questions on the go, fitting into your busy schedule.