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When to Take Step 2 CK for the 2026 Residency Match

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A group of medical students studying for their Step 2 exam, sitting in front of a lap top.

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The Step 2 CK exam score is one of the top factors residency programs use when selecting candidates to interview. Most students in the United States take the USMLE Step 2 CK after their third-year clinical rotations—typically between May and July—to align with residency application timelines. This schedule ensures you...

Pros and Cons: Is the AMBOSS Step 1 Self Assessment Worth Your Time?

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A smiling woman with curly hair and glasses, reviewing study materials at her desk, representing a medical student preparing for the USMLE Step 1 exam using various resources like the AMBOSS Step 1 Self-Assessment.

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When it comes to acing USMLE Step 1, practice exams are essential. You've likely heard of NBME and UWorld self-assessments, but have you considered Amboss Step 1 Self-Assessment? In this post, we'll put it to the test: how does it stack up against the competition, and is it worth your...

Master Your Step 3 Exam with EMP’s Comprehensive Study Planner

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6-week Study Planner preview image for USMLE Step 3 by Elite Medical Prep.

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Are you preparing to tackle the USMLE Step 3 exam head-on? As you navigate the path toward medical licensure, mastering Step 3 is pivotal. This final frontier demands meticulous preparation and strategic planning. Here's where our Step 3 study planner steps in. Designed to streamline your study efforts and maximize...

Tips for Effective Anki Use Studying for USMLE Step 1 and Step 2

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A medical school student studying for his USMLE exams in a library using Anki.

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What is Anki   If you are a new medical student, you have undoubtedly been bombarded with Anki since starting. Its application has spread like wildfire among medical students countrywide and with good reason. Anki is a spaced repetition flashcard program that works on both mobile devices and your computer....

8 Time Saving Tricks to Study for the Shelf Exam During Your Pediatric Rotation

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A medical school student on their pediatric clinical rotation treating a patient.

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As you dive into the world of pediatric medicine, you'll encounter a whirlwind of learning opportunities, patient interactions, and, of course, the looming shelf exam at the end of your rotation. With so much to absorb in a limited time frame, efficiency is key, especially on a rotation that is...

Best Resources for ABSITE Studying and How to Use Them

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A group of surgery residents preparing for surgery.

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Unlike other standardized tests, it can be difficult to find comprehensive resources for ABSITE studying. Surgery requires a lot of knowledge, and doing only one question bank may limit you when it comes to scoring a higher percentile. Unfortunately, none of the resources for ABSITE are fully comprehensive. So it...

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