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USMLE Step 2 Prep: Is Step 2 Easier Than Step 1?

August 2, 2023 by Gail Clifford, MD Leave a Comment Categories: All Posts Tags: USMLE prep courses, USMLE step 1, USMLE Step 2, USMLE Step 2 CK, USMLE step 2 prep

So, which is more difficult, the USMLE Step 1 or Step 2 CK? The answer is – it depends. The United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) is a series of exams that aspiring physicians must pass to practice medicine in the United States. The USMLE is divided into three steps, with Step 1 and Step 2 being crucial milestones in a medical student’s journey. Most of us take Step 3 at the end of our first year of residency. USMLE… READ MORE

USMLE Step 1: What’s on It?

May 26, 2023 by Simon Padanilam, MD Leave a Comment Categories: All Posts, Board Exam, USMLE Tags: USMLE, usmle qbank, USMLE step 1

Taking Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination Any medical student hoping to become a doctor in the United States must take the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) as part of their medical education requirements, starting with USMLE Step 1. This rigorous exam consists of three “steps” designed to test a student’s knowledge and determine if they are ready to become a physician in the United States. This licensing exam is also required for physicians who are… READ MORE

USMLE: 10 Tips to Ace the Exams

March 30, 2023 by Simon Padanilam, MD Leave a Comment Categories: All Posts, Board Exam, USMLE Tags: USMLE exam, USMLE prep, USMLE prep courses, USMLE step 1, USMLE Step 2, USMLE Step 3, USMLE tips?

The USMLE Step exams can be difficult not just in content but in terms of USMLE preparation and learning how to effectively use the resources at your disposal. In this article, we break down the top 10 tips to most effectively help medical students achieve their goals and find USMLE success. Tip 1: Create a USMLE study schedule and plan at least six months before your test date The most common issue we encounter is students who do not create… READ MORE