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Study card Decks

I love creating and sharing educational tools. While studying orthopedics, I noticed a gap in clear, practical study resources, so I started building the tools I wished I had. Now I share them to help other students learn with more confidence and as a resource when you're in clinic.

Digital Ortho Decks

Digital study cards are available via my Etsy shop:

  • High-yield study decks for medical students. Perfect for mastering class material, prepping for board exams, and quick clinic reference. Interactive, searchable PDF for fast learning and review.

  • Each deck includes:

    • “Pre-Three” screening card: quick screening safety workflow prior to performing orthos

    • Orthos organized by condition

    • High value Ortho Clusters

    • Each Ortho card: test, steps, interpretation, clinical pearls, and supporting statistics.

  • Individual decks or bundle them

    • Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar spine

    • Pelvis/Hip, Knee, Ankle/Foot

    • Shoulder, Elbow, Wrist/Hand

  • Pharmacology coming soon!

Physical Cards

The information below is provided for those interested in printing their cards for personal use. In that process of printing physical cards, I learned some things about printers. Here’s a quick guide and some things to consider when looking for a printer.

  • Printers provide many options for card sizes (e.g., standard playing card, 3”x5”, postcard, etc.). Find one that works for you.

  • Some cards come with different print finishes or coatings (e.g., matte, shiny, UV protective coating).

  • There can also be add ons like tuck boxes (think of that box standard playing cards come in), plastic wrap, etc.

  • Prices will vary depending on the various features you select and often discounts are provided for larger orders.

  • Some printers may have fixed card numbers for different deck sizes. For example, if you have 30 cards but the deck is fixed at 32 cards, then you’ll get 2 blank cards. Might not be so bad though if you want to draw/write personal notes. Something to consider.

  • Here are just a few of the many printers to consider: Canva, BoardGamesMaker, YourPlayingCards, and MakePlayingCards.

    • MakePlayingCards is one option I’ve personally used to print my own physical study cards, and I’ve included it here as an example for those interested in printing.

      • Pros (based on personal experience): user friendly, easy editor, excellent customer service

    Printing services listed are independent third parties and are shared for informational purposes only.