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When you sign up to work with an ABIM Board Exam tutor, you gain access to our world-class online MD tutoring services. We pair you with tutors who have a proven ABIM track record, deep clinical experience, and a clear, systematic teaching style.
You also receive:
- 24/7 email support
- A student success team
- An organized custom curriculum
- Our 100% unused hour refund guarantee
- And more
These are just a few of the reasons why students come to us when they are working toward an ABIM passing score.
Who Needs an ABIM Exam Prep Tutor?
Not everyone needs an ABIM tutor, but structured support benefits most at some point. First-time test-takers gain a clear plan and accountability, while busy residents and attendings need efficient, high-yield sessions. IMGs benefit from adapting knowledge to U.S. exam expectations, and re-takers value diagnostic insight, steadier nerves, and a new strategy. Even confident test-takers often sharpen pacing and accuracy before exam day. Many physicians who have completed residency still benefit from tutoring to recalibrate to board-style questions and the clinical reasoning patterns the ABIM expects.
At Elite Medical Prep, our premium ABIM tutoring offers one-on-one coaching, online check-ins, and flexible support tailored to your schedule.
Individuals with Anxiety/ Poor Testing Skills
If you historically have high test anxiety and/or are a poor standardized test taker, a tutor can help. ABIM tutoring sessions focused on strategy and wellness can be very beneficial to your success.
Individuals At Risk of Exam Failure
Did you struggle on the American College of Physicians Internal Medicine-In Training Examination? If so, you should consider working with an ABIM tutor. They can offer remediation and test-taking skills to help bolster your overall confidence.
Individuals with a Previous Exam Failure
Have you previously failed any of the USMLE exams? Likewise, have you failed any of the COMLEX exams? If so, you are at risk of failing the ABIM exam.
You must make major changes to your study habits to receive a passing ABIM score. ABIM tutoring can help evaluate where you went wrong last time and make sure that this time you have a successful outcome.
Physicians Who Have Been Out of Training
Have you been out of training for several years? Are you currently training in a sub-specialty that doesn’t require the daily practice of internal medicine? It is a good idea to consider an ABIM board review tutor. Tutoring is also a strong fit for recent grads or practicing attendings who want to rebuild recall and timing after time away from standardized testing.
What to Expect from Your ABIM Tutoring Plan
Your ABIM tutoring plan starts with a diagnostic consult to assess strengths, gaps, pacing, and your exam timeline. You are matched with a tutor aligned to your goals, and a structured study plan is built around your clinical schedule. Sessions focus on targeted content review, high-yield internal medicine topics, and proven ABIM test-taking strategies, including board-style question interpretation and exam habits that drive consistent score gains.
Typical sessions may include QBank analytics for focused review, content blocks for weak systems, timing and pattern-recognition drills, and refreshers in clinical reasoning. The program emphasizes accountability and progress tracking, with additional support between sessions for scheduling, reminders, and quick questions.
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What is the ABIM?
The American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) exam is a test that certifies physicians in internal medicine. It also provides certification in internal medicine subspecialties. The exam is designed to evaluate knowledge, diagnostic reasoning, and clinical judgment skills. These three elements are expected of internists in the broad domain of internal medicine.
ABIM Exam Format, Timing, and Passing Standard
The ABIM Internal Medicine Certification Exam is a pass/fail, computer-based multiple-choice test with one best answer per question. It’s administered in a single day and takes about 10 hours total appointment time, typically split into four test sessions of up to two hours each plus scheduled breaks. The exam contains about 240 questions aligned to the ABIM blueprint. Scores are reported on a standardized 200–800 scale, and the minimum passing score is set at 366.
What is the passing score for the ABIM exam?
ABIM exam performance is reported on a standardized score scale. The scale has a range of 200 to 800, with the minimum passing score set at 366.
How long is the ABIM exam?
The ABIM is a single-day exam lasting approximately 10 hours. The exam is divided into four sessions, each lasting up to two hours.
How many questions are in the ABIM exam?
The ABIM contains a maximum of 60 case-based, multiple-choice questions.
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Have a question about the ABIM Board Exam or ABIM tutoring? Visit the Elite Medical Blog for a collection of articles. Each one was written by our MD tutors, covering a variety of popular topics.
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Frequently Asked Questions About ABIM Tutoring
How is tutoring customized to my experience level?
We begin with a diagnostic conversation that reviews prior scores, practice history, and time until your date. From there, we tailor the study guide plan – optimization for strong testers or structured content rebuilding for those returning to the exam. You’ll get clear milestones and a study map showing how to pass the ABIM exam based on your starting point all the way up to exam day.
What happens if I don’t pass after tutoring?
Our unused-hour refund guarantee applies to any time you didn’t use. If you need to retake the exam, your tutor will reassess pacing, content gaps, and habits, then tighten the plan for the next attempt.
Can I start tutoring if I’ve already begun studying?
Yes. We build on the work you’ve done, refine your schedule, and focus sessions on the highest-impact topics and skills. Think of us as a force multiplier – not a replacement – for your current approach.
Do I need to commit to a full package to begin?
No. Start with a single trial session to set goals, discuss strategy, and preview your curriculum outline before purchasing additional hours.
How do I know how many tutoring hours I’ll need?
It depends on baseline knowledge, time to test, and learning pace. After your consultation or trial, we’ll recommend a range and then adjust as you progress.