PASS ProgramReviews of pass-program.com

After failing STEP 1 I enrolled in the PASS Program 5-week online course. I had tried tutoring and all the "tried and true" resources that are recommended before starting PASS. The PASS Program is unlike any other program in that in connects the foundational principles like biochemistry and physiology with the entire human body. I am more confident not only as a test taker but as someone that will one day take care of patients. Thank you to Dr. Francis and all of the PASS Program tutors. I have now PASSED STEP 1!!

This program is very well structured. The material is very helpful and it really makes a difference to student performance. The tutors are very knowledgeable, and Dr. Francis is one of the most talented professors - staff is also helpful. I would highly recommend this program to anyone.

The teaching experience with online on-demand videos have been nothing short of excellent. It rewires your brain and challenges you to think in a manner that is important for critical thinking. Dr. Francis is a great mentor and does well in getting the information across in a way that you'll understand and remember.

Dr. Francis reignited a faith in medicine and medical education that I felt I had already lost. I’ve learned so much in my short time with the program, and I am extremely grateful to PASS. I especially appreciate Dr. Francis’s story yesterday. Sharing his vulnerabilities, upbringing, and errors inspires me to own my story and do what is right by others. He gives me hope and I wish to do the same for others.

I waited until I took STEP 1 before I wrote this review and I PASSED! I don't know where I would be if not for Dr. Francis. This was my first time taking STEP, but I had been struggling through COMP for longer than expected. Each lecture in the 5-wk course empowered me in small ways that ultimately diversified my thinking, and made me realize that those seemingly small knowledge points were broader than I imagined. Of course, I was dubious at first, but as I started applying the skills to practice questions, the concepts were making sense. I was mind-blown at how much my school neglected to teach me. It was clear that all those small points were connected, conditions/diseases that I thought were isolated were actually related, and just by understanding one thing, I could apply it to something else. Gradually, I noticed the questions weren't so intimidating anymore. The PASS program gave me an understanding of the concepts that will follow me in the future. I had so many aha moments, that it wasn't even funny anymore. I'm SO grateful that I had the opportunity to participate in this program. The 5 weeks were rushed and I had a hard time staying awake to digest the information at times, but it was worth it and truly beneficial. The lectures themselves were engaging and sometimes funny (when he threw in a story) and the interactive questions were more important than I thought. I also had a great experience with the one-on-one tutors, being able to discuss questions with them helped me retain the information better. In addition to that, I reviewed the PP clues with a study buddy and although we didn't stay within the 1hr time they recommended, I think it really helped us to devote a little more time to them as we incorporated related concepts.

This program was and is amazing!! I went from knowing nothing and being so lost when I would hear a certain diagnosis or treatment to having a clue on just about anything. When Dr. Francis says that physiology makes everything make sense, that is no understatement but the gospel truth! I can now keep up with my colleagues and reason through concepts that a year ago I would have no clue how to do. I unfortunately took step before the Pass program and did not pass it, and then after 8 months of study with the Pass Program as a foundation, I passed it the second time and the exam felt easy. I will now start third year this summer and feel so much more confident going into it than I did last year before my leave. It's the truth when I say that you go from not having a clue, to being able to reason through disease processes you have never even heard of, it is the truth!!! Don't think that the med school made a mistake in admitting you, they didn't, and don't think you're not smart enough for this career, because that's not true either, the truth is, all the smart individuals take the Pass Program!!!

DR. FRANCIS SAVED MY CAREER!!! The love and passion this man has for his students shined through every single day!! The way he taught us and the way way he made us believe we could pass was incredible!! Directly after I took the pass program for 5 weeks I was finally able to pass my COMP exam and then used Dr. Francis's lectures to study for STEP 1 and passed on my first attempt! Amen to this man!!

The Pass Program is just amazing. Dr Francis and the whole Pass family are all PHENOMENAL. When I came to the program, I was not on a good path and mindset to take boards. However, I found everything I needed in the program. Structure, support, motivation and wonderful testimonies. The morning questions were great, classes were phenomenal: I have never been taught like Dr Francis teaches. His teaching style is phenomenal and incredibly interactive. I’ve learned more in 5 weeks than I’ve done in years. Thank you so much Dr Francis, Thank you Pass family!!