Medical Education Platform

Overview

MedStudForty is a full-stack web platform designed to improve diagnostic reasoning in preclinical medical students preparing for USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 board exams. The platform combines a curated question bank, user-generated content tools, performance analytics, and personalized tutoring services.

Key Features

Real-Time Test Emulation

Exam-authentic environment replicating the actual NBME/NBOME testing experience with high-fidelity tooling:

• Built-in calculator for dosage and clinical calculations
• Fuzzy search lab value reference for quick lookup
• Question flagging and review to mark uncertain answers
• Persistent timer with pause/resume functionality
• User feedback forms embedded for reporting improvements
• Fully responsive with light/dark themes

Content Management System

• Dashboard for creating and editing custom questions
• Rich text editor with support for images and formatting
• User-generated question library with version control
• Moderation tools for quality assurance

Performance Analytics

• Session tracking across question blocks
• Score comparisons with peer cohorts
• Progress visualization over time
• Weak area identification for targeted review

Personalized Tutoring

• One-hour consultation service for action planning
• Data-driven review strategies based on performance metrics
• Individualized study schedules aligned to exam blueprints

Architecture

Frontend: TypeScript + React with Next.js for server-side rendering and routing

Backend: RESTful API with Next.js API routes

Database: MySQL with Prisma ORM for type-safe queries

Authentication: Secure user sessions with JWT tokens

Deployment: Vercel with continuous integration

Additional Features:

• SEO optimization for discoverability
• Analytics integration for user behavior insights
• Discord community integration for peer support

Visit

Check out the platform at medstudforty.com or reach out for tutoring inquiries.