AMBOSS vs. UWorld: Which is a Better USMLE Resource?
This blog was originally written by Dr. Chris Bassil in May 2022, and was updated for accuracy by Dr. Ria Patel on August 7, 2025. As a board exam tutor, the first meeting I have with almost any new student involves a discussion of their study schedule and resources. During...
How to Start Studying for the MCAT: A Tutor’s Perspective
If you're reading this, chances are you've taken the leap and decided to apply to medical school. Congratulations! One of the most important, but often intimidating, steps in your journey is conquering the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). Whether you're a sophomore starting early, a senior diving in headfirst, or...
My MCAT Strategy: A Tutor’s Perspective
When I first began studying for the MCAT, I knew it wasn’t just a test of content - it was a test of endurance, discipline, and mental agility. Much like the endurance cycling I love, the MCAT demands more than just raw knowledge. It demands strategy, self-awareness, and the ability...
Step 2 Practice Exam Guide: Where UWSA3 Fits In
As Step 2 season comes around, many students already know that practice exams are key to success on test day. After hours and hours and never ending days of practice questions and videos and anki, the NBME and UWorld practice exams are your chance to prove that the work you...
ERAS Program Signaling: Key Changes Explained
This blog was originally published in July 2023, and updated on July 9th, 2025 by Dr. Dylan Eiger. Two years ago, Elite Medical Prep hosted a residency roundtable event for the 2023 match cycle. We are now thrilled to share that all the sessions have been meticulously recorded, allowing...
How to Prepare for Residency Match Day
The day you have been waiting for has finally arrived! You have spent years training to become a doctor. And in just a few days or weeks, you will learn on Match Day where you will spend the next few years of your life as a practicing physician in residency....
Tackling the Residency Personal Statement
This blog was originally published in August 2023, and updated on July 1st, 2025 by Dr. Dylan Eiger. Last year, Elite Medical Prep organized a roundtable event on the nuances of residency applications, equipping attendees with essential insights for the year’s application cycle. In the event titled “Mastering the...
How to get a 90th percentile score in your Pediatrics shelf
The pediatrics shelf exam is one of the more challenging examinations given its breadth of topics, covering everything from neonatology to adolescent medicine. To achieve a 90th percentile score, you will need a targeted study strategy that leverages high-yield topics, effective study methods, and the best available resources. This guide...
Low CBSE Score Recovery Strategies for Success
Facing a low CBSE score can feel like a major challenge in your medical journey. However, a disappointing score doesn’t predict your studying capacity and test-taking abilities; rather, it’s a wake-up call that will propel you to assess your study methods, target your weaknesses, and build a stronger foundation for...
2025 Top 5 Study Resources for USMLE Step 2 CK
To save other students from stressing over which Step 2 CK study resources to use as I did, here are my five most trusted resources for studying for Step 2 CK. These resources may not work for everyone, but these are the resources that helped me score in the 99th percentile on Step 2 CK!