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Savannah M. Alvarado, MD

The Absolute Best Predictor of Step 2 CK Scores

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The blog was originally published in March 2024, and updated in July 2025 by Dr. Bijoya Basu Big Take Away For Step 2:  The best predictor of your Step 2 Success is not a single practice exam or resource, but it’s a combination of consistent performance and dedication throughout medical...

Step 3 Percentiles and Placing in the Top

A doctor holding his MD certification after having passed USMLE Step 3.

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Grant yourself a moment to take a nice big congratulatory breath! You've thrived (some would say survived) through undergrad, the MCAT, medical school, Step 1 and 2, and the match. That's pretty stellar! What better way to celebrate than another 2-day, ~16-hour exam? In this blog post, we will discuss...

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