CROSS ROADZ DREAM. CHASE. REPEAT CONTENTS 1) Editor's Word 2) Breaking Good- Special inside 3) Winners Saga-Achievers Road to success 4) Judgement day -EXAM DATES 5 )Poster Signes Vitaux- 1" year subjects 6)High yield topics-Grind your brain 7) Out of the DURAMATER 8) BUY/SELL/BORROW PG ENTRANCE BOOKS. Breaking Good _| NIMHANS TOPPER Siatey taco ocenence | INTERVIEW-RANK 4 exams! Sometimes it's good to know By: CELEBRITY SPOTTER who landed 4” on the moon!! DR.BIPIN DAGA- A CELEB HIMSELF By Dr Dhaval Gohil POSTER SIGNES VITAUX- Anatomy, Physio BiochemEditor's word....from the myocardium @ ‘e present you with the first edition of our magazine “CROSSROADZ” named so, because aren't all PG aspirants at crossroads of their careers during this post MBBS phase? Multiple dilemmas of how, why & which branch of MD/MS have to be taken up is agonizing. It's a routine in our country for medicos after internship to pack their bags and leave to far off places like Kerala (not so much God's own country during pg preparation), Bangalore(yes too much traffic) , Delhi(metros are crowded) and few get into residential coaching classes(phew). With a dream in our eyes anda promise in our heart to return home victoriously with a dream PG seat, we take our first unsteady steps. After slogging in those dusty libraries with cutting chais in breaks, gruelling coaching classes, looking dejectedly at those notice boards after monthly test results there is added pressure from parents, peers, relative and also Gf (;) to crack the exam. There are some lonely, frustrating, disappointing moments where one feels like giving up and settling in the Himalayas.(chilly weather with nature's love). There are many aspirants who appear for exams for the umpteenth time and fail. The time duration for preparation is so less that we lose a lot of time trying to adjust to new places and schedules. Lack of guidance makes us directionless and finally theres failure again. Thisis what brings us to “CROSSROADZ” Why and what is CROSSROADZ?? We realised that a similar situation prevails in a medicos life everywhere in the country. The greatest drawback during entrance preparation is lack of motivation and guidance. We fail to recognise the value of time and procrastinate our goals. ‘We then decided to make this gruelling struggle an easy and fun loving yet inspiring journey. We've come up with an idea to compile inspiring stories of toppers and also average MBBS students who made it big in entrance exams with the guidance of coaching staff who would give you an insight about how to crack these exams with a precise strategy. There are many internet portals for these things but here you find toppers more upclose and personal. Moreover we believe print media would be great as you can always have acopyin your hand so that you can read it again and again and keep yourselfinspired rather than logging into a website frequently where you end up wasting your internet data and also shopping online or fbing thus, wasting your precious time. We have also thrown in a few fun elements with funny medical cartoons and then there's our entertainment section where we would give you a list of movies/events/shows in your city so that u can relax once in a while You can also express your views regarding exams, pattern, new rules, and controversies through our “Raise your voice” section. You can also sell, buy or borrow entrance prep books through our sell/buy/borrow section. Students who have cleared their exams can sell their books to juniors . Books can also be borrowed responsibly through the ad in the magazine if you are studying in the same library and yet don't know each other (new way of making a study group too).There are a few high yield topics and recent advances that would add to your academic section. Our USP is also “poster section” which can be stuck to your room wall for revision of important topics. We hope to add few more interesting sections as the time passes byWe wish to be by your side in this journey and make ita successful one. We sign out with the great words of Kargil martyr Capt. Manoj Kumar Pandey “SOME GOALS ARE SO WORTHY ITS GLORIOUS EVEN TO FAIL” So keep trying and keep going DREAM.CHASE. REPEAT. Wishing you tonnes of luck DR.JAYADATT.G.PAWAR Editor, founder Crossroadz & teamBREAKING GOOD Effective strategy to crack the PG entrance exam! By Dr. Bipin Daga MBBS,MD(radio), FRCR(UK) Editor's Note: Dr.Bipin daga as we all know is an eminent faculty at various coaching classes in our country teaching Radiology. When we first asked him to write his inspiring story he readily agreed and patted our back to take this kind of initiative, Read his story and the strategy to crack PG entrances efficiently. wish to share my personal story first! did my UG from NKPSIMS, Nagpur and during my under graduation | used to teach my juniors sometimes in clinics about both theory and practical aspects. (I think lot many of us dotthis to help our juniors). Whenever | appeared for any competitive exam be it State PG, All india, AIIMS, PGI, CMC Vellore, JIPMER or MANIPAL PG Entrance Exams, | used to memorize and recollect and jot down all mcq’s after the exams and later my colleagues would photocopy the same, Then a friend of mine suggested me to email these questions to a book publisher so that a book could be published for all entrance goers where they could find possible/similar questions next time they appear for any exam. So, | compiled all the questions properly during my residency and it was done .At the same time | started teaching at Bhatia Coaching classes, Vidyasagar classes and later on went to teach at PGEI, JAMS, Adrplexus. Few years back we started a venture called PGEI and today we are coaching many students in India. | never imagined myself doing these things but although | had a poor IQ, I had that zeal to work hard and try to get a PG, then I could doit and today I'mable to help various other students to fulfiltheir PG dreams. It'stimenow to remember that you should be standing in first SO ranks in the upcoming all India and DNB exams and within 10 ranks in AlIMS, JIPMER of PGI/.¢ in institutes of national importance. So, start working hard and smart. Allthe very best to you guys! Here are some lines about the preparation strategy for the various medical PG entrance exams: Going through all subject wise guides with explanations twice during the year of preparation is crucial. First reading should preferably consist of solving mcQs and reading explanation properly and trying to retain it. This part should ideally take maximurn 4 months (say Aprilto July). From August onwards you have several things to do in addition to the revision or second reading of the subject wise guides. During the revision which should start from first August, possibly 3-4 things are to be done by dividing each day of revision into slots. First slot should be allotted for the revision of the subject wise guides. if not all, at least high yielding ones and tough ones must be revised. Second slot should be for solving papers from Kalam books DNB+\- NEET recalled mcqs (although authentic ones not Available}, Third slot should be for solving minimum last 5 years AlIMS and PGI papers). Fourth slot can be for reading from concise reviews or short notes from ROAMS/or Sure successin PG/or platinum notes/. Those who are preparing voraciously for AIIMS and PGI should have second reading of these papers ,if possible in November and while doing so, one should solve papers as if appearing in the actual exam and noting the MCQs which went wrong and going through those topics quickly which were wrong. By doing this not only that previous papers are done well, but frequently asked topics are also understood well. If during the years of UG short subjects were not read well, then concentrate more on short subjects. Major subjects generally we concentrate more during our UG as well during preparations and short subjects we tend to lag, so it's good to concentrate on them during the PG preparation. if possible, not essential, apart from basic repeats doing thoroughly well from the subject wise guides, the text and tables asked in previous exams should help the maximum. Remember, on an average around 25 % Questions are repeated ditto, around 25% Questions are from the topics on which MCQs have asked in previous exams. 259% Qs are from the matter in the vicinity of the topics asked previously and 25% are sortofnew. P.S: Even in these last few months ifone studies with pure dedication and efficiently- DNB or AIPGMEE, can be cleared quite well with flying colours. Lastly, lam Thankful to the CROSSROADZ TEAM and best wishes for students all over the india!! Study harder and smarter!!If you have any query or help needed students can write me at vipindaga@gmail.com. cya, Dr Bipin Valchandji Daga MD, DNB, FRCR (UX).WINNERS SAGA Dr Dhaval Gohil NIMHANS- 4” rank (post MBBS) Editor's note: Dr.Dhaval Gohil other than being a topper is also an extremely humble gentleman. When we requested him to express his inspiring breath taking journey to top one of the country's top most exams, he was more than happy to help. He believes in hard work and helping others is always his priority. Now, breeze through his journey and if you ever dreamed of beinga neurosurgeon hereitis!! My preparation started out only after finishing my internship. | was totally disoriented about many "how to?...."!! Finally, after many experiments by trial and error method ,| could clear the exam.But it's never too late However; it doesn't mean ‘that those who are doing their MBBS should think that they should also start preparing after internship. You see “Early bird PREPARATION Preparation for NIMHANS entrance is very specific, questions will be asked with almost equal distribution in neurology and MBBS basic subjects involving pharmacology, physiology and biochemistry and so on. There are no foolish Questions regarding date, time etc. for which uneed to mug upamilliontimes. Your preparation time can be split into: 2 months for neuro-psychiatry and 6 months for other MBBS subjects that would be sufficient. f you manage to slog for 8-10 hours of daily regular study with fearless attitude of a Gir Lion (since im a Gujarati) and keep yourself motivated so that you put in consistent effort daily and rewards will be fruitful. BOOKS | really avoided books as | loved videos, but you can certainly study books which gives you glimpse of Harrison for which | studied Dr Ajay mathur's book which is a conscious meq collection based on lines of Harrison. The Class notes from coaching or booklet of your own notes for minor subjects is good. A BIG BOOK is never required to crack any entrance. Don't end up getting frustrated trying to read and revise huge goliathal books. ‘The Kaplan videos (generally the USMLE PREP GUYS HAVE IT, BORROW IT} are really nice. For physiology those of Dr Hussein sattar can be watched. The very famous Dr Nazeeb videos for basic neurology section are great. Totally there are 150 questions and 4 candidates will be singled out based on merit, so score difference of 0.something can put youin and out of the selection list. So, utilise your time cleverly Seats and duration of course*: No of seats post MBBS 4 Years No of seats post MS 6 Years Duration of course post MBBS 5 Years Duration of course post MS 3 Years *Exams are usually conducted in the month of March ABOUT NEUROSURGERY Never choose neurosurgery if you are just attracted towards glamour in its name. You will find more challenges, huge responsibilities, full me dedication to work, very specific priorities, compromising social life BUT if you are ready to face all the obstacles, if you really love to work hard and sincerely, neurosurgery is best branch for you. After getting admission in any institute you will be the junior most person, in short you will be zero at the institute, you will have to learn lots of new things. But in that situation being humble with seniors helps you. You must follow each and every instruction given by seniors to learn things from them. I's impossible that you will not make any mistake but correction of mistake will do the rest of job. Just sincerity and taking good decisions will do everything for you .Enjoy the fullest when you get time but work your fullest when you are on duty... My Details Name: Dhaval A Gohil MBBS: BIMC Ahmedabad Gujarat Duration of serious preparation: 1.5 years Target exam: NIMHANSDo's **Start preparing early in fact earliest *Consistent efforts *Multiple revisions is a must “Keep yourself motivated, relax a little ‘Take your own decisions * Stick to basics and one good book Per) Buying and reading all possible new books and waste time aC eee ac Se tr EUS ae ensued Sar eut ead JUDGEMENT DAY Latest exam announcements: Exam Regnopens _ Regn closes Exam date Time AIMS Aug 28 Sep 17 Novi - JIPMER Aug 31 Oct 19 Nov 22 9am-12noon DNB CET Sep 16 Oct 22 Nov 28-Dec 1 - AIPGMEE Sep 16 Oct 22 Dec 2- 8th - WEBSITES: www.aiimsexams.org | www.jipmer.edu.in | www.natboard.gov.inMOTIVATIONAL: IF your low down and tired with studies, and you want to get back to work,take a break of one or two hours and knock yourself out with these mind blowing movies and songs! Movies: )ROCKY I: This triple-Oscar-winning boxing drama about how a rookie boxer becomes a star overnight after almost winning against the world champion would drive you crazy that you may even end up practicing Mcqs like Rockys punches! 2)LAGAAN: This Bollywood masala movie set up in British raj backdrop tells you how anything can be achieved with hard work and perseverance. Although an old movie but definitely gives you the David vs. goliath feel and gives you hope that if exams were goliath you would still killit with your hammer! SONGS: 1) Jo bhi ho kal phir aayega by kailash kher 2) Don't give up- peter Gabriel 3)Haari baazi ko jeetna hume ata hain-muqaddar ka sikander 4)Eye of the tiger: The survivor S)Loose yourself : Eminem you can also watch TVF / AlB videos on youtube to ROFL!! HIGH YIELD TOPICS /latest updates Mission Indradhanush Objectives To cover 201 high focus districts in the first phase of year 2015.Furthermore, another 297 districts will be targeted in the second phase of year 2015. Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW) has launched Mission Indradhanush on 25th December 2014 with the aim of expanding immunization coverage to all children across India by year 2020. The Mission Indradhanush, depicting seven colours of the rainbow, targets to immunize all children against seven vaccine preventable diseases Diphtheria Pertussis, Tetanus, Childhood Tuberculosis, Polio, Hepatitis 8 and Measles. In addition to this, vaccines for JE (lapanese Encephalitis) and Hib (Haemophilus influenzae type B) are also being provided inselected states.Kala Azar-revised strategy of Government of India Sand fly : vector of Kala Azar. Supply of Pyrethoid insecticide to spray on walls, to kill sand flies. Government has declared Kala Azar a notifiable disease. WHO will give free supply of Liposomal Amphoterecin B. Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) has developed Rapid Diagnosis kits for Kala Azar. Commercial vaccines still under trial. Four states ~ Bihar, Jharkhand, West Bengal and Eastern UP. 28 days’ drug course. social support: similar to TB-DOTS workers. Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus Elimination in India The Prime Minister of India, announced on 27° August,2015 during the Call to Action 2015 Summit that Maternal and Neonatal Tetanus (MNT) has been eliminated in india. The elimination of MINT as a public health problem means that the annual rate is less than 1 per 1000 live births. Strategy used by govt to eliminate was:, India did not carry out massive tetanus vaccination campaigns. The Government, instead, applied a mix of strategies which included a state by state and system approach starting in 2003 in Andhra Pradesh, with the technical support of UNICEF, WHO and other stakeholders, Successful measures included providing cash incentives to families for delivering the baby in a health facility, training more skilled birth attendants and strengthening the institutional health delivery systems including the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM). In addition, there was a systematic vaccination of pregnant women attending antenatal care with Tetanus Toxoid (TT); and intensive behavior change communication targeting communities to reduce harmful cord care practices New Mug Up Farxiga (dapaglifozin) to help treat adults with type 2 diabetes. The tablets, in combination with diet and exercise, are said to improve control of blood sugar levels. Farxiga, a sodium-glucose co-transporter 2 inhibitor (SGLT2), works by preventing the kidney from reabsorbing glucose. This increases the excretion of glucose and reduces blood sugar levels. Adverse Effects Dehydration was found to be a side effect of the drug The most common side effects from Farxiga in clinical trials were fungal infections and urinary tractinfections. Contraindications Type 1. Diabetes Bladder CancerOut Of The Durameter MOVIES/PLAYS/EVENTS IN BANGALORE: MOVIES: Hindi: Kis kisko pyaar karoon- *ing Kapil sharma, Calendar girls, Katti Batti -*ing kanagana Ranaut English: Everest- *ing Josh brolin,The Intern- *ing Anne hathway, Black mass -*ing Johnny depp Telugu/ Tamil: Puli -*ing Vijay,Shivam -ting Samantha EVENTS: Bangalore comedy fest on 10° & 11" Oct in UB city RAISE YOUR VOICE! ~ You all can discuss about court cases/problems regarding counselling/seats/complaints in this section! RAISE YOUR VOICE for this one! 1s rural posting justified post MD/MS as it's made mandatory by the Goverment? VOTE YES OR NO *You can buy/sell/exchange PG entrance books by giving your Advertisement here. *For voting/queries/ads/articles/interviews please contact at email:crossroadz2015@gmail.com/08147179450 GRATITUDE Back boni Dr.Anushree Shi Deeply indebted to Special thanks to Droresanna Be Dr.Bipin Daga.rojscx Dr-Dhaval Gohil DrAnamika kumati DrAshika Bagur TEAM CROSSROAD{ Prashanth A course sntowner Dr.Shreedatt.G. Pawar, Dr.Ranajit Naik Raghu anand Yogesh . R. Bung Kiran kumar co-editor co-editor My greatest strength and pillars of support, my parents Dr.Gurudatt. S. Pawar Dr.Jayashree .G.Pawar