Many incoming students start medical school already using Anki. However, if you are new to Anki, this guide will give you some introductory resources you can use to get started.
Anki is an open source flashcard program that uses spaced repetition, a technique proven to enhance memorization and learning [1]
NYU Grossman School of Medicine faculty have created Anki flashcards for the preclinical curriculum. These are faculty-reviewed flashcards you can download and use, matching what you learn. To take advantage of this resource, make sure you have Anki installed.
We curated a few videos and resources below to help you.
References:
Smolen P, Zhang Y, Byrne JH. The right time to learn: mechanisms and optimization of spaced learning. Nat Rev Neurosci. 2016 Feb;17(2):77-88. doi: 10.1038/nrn.2015.18. PMID: 26806627; PMCID: PMC5126970.