r/usmle • • 34m ago

Am I Ready? Being told to delay exam pls help

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I got a 70% in my nbme 32 yesterday and got 65% in 31 and I’m planning on taking 33 next week and then scheduling for 4th Nov if I get a score above 70%. Ppl in the other subreddit said to delay by 4 weeks but I really can’t as I have my uni exams and I’ve already been studying for the past 4 months skipping my uni exams. Pls tell me if I’m ready cuz I really can’t delay by 4 weeks pls help


r/usmle • • 4h ago

Advice Epic portfolio

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Why does this redline appear I am not able to proceed further….


r/usmle • • 12h ago

Question how to learn ECG??

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hy. i've recently passed step 1 and have now moved to step 2. one thing that really hunted me was ecg especially 12 lead.
can you please guide me how to learn it for good. so i can use it to both pass me exam and develop this skill for clinical use.
any video? book ? anything
i've good grasp on cardiology concepts and no problem interpreting single strip ecg


r/usmle • • 14h ago

Resources EFFECTIVE STEP2 SESSIONS

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Hi everyone,

STEP1: pass first attempt

STEP2: 264

NBMEs average: 80-87%

Ive helped many students so far with 15-30 score jumps.

I’m offering personalized USMLE Step 2 sessions for just $400/month/person ( 360$/person for pair sessions , 320$ if more ).

you’ll get 3sessions per week, each lasting 2 hours, structured plan tailored to your strengths and weaknesses, Clear explanations of complex topics and high yield strategies.

I'll be providing my own collective notes as well following each session( everything you need to know from UW, CMS, NBMES,divine) so you don't need to do ur own or flashcards.

if you’re interested or have questions, feel free to DM me. Let's schedule a demo session


r/usmle • • 15h ago

Advice venting, advice, progress

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hey guys

so currently prepping for step 2. the actual test is 9 months from now

i have about 1k questions remaining on uworld which ill be finishing in a bout a month and half

then ill start amboss, my current plan is to take my sweet time with amboss as i have many months till the actual exam

then during the dedicated period i'll start doing the 6000 NBME questions to test my score

im also using anking and suspending the UWORLD cards

do u have any suggestions/modifications on my plan?

also, do u think i have a chance at a good score? this is how i have been doing in internal medicine, lower scores a bit in other subjects


r/usmle • • 17h ago

Advice When to take step 1

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Hey i need advice, can anyone of you guys please help genuinely
I want to take step 1 at end of nov
I have attemped 2 nbme
29 - 78%
28 - 79%
Have not done biostatistics yet, have to complete first aid read
Should i lock in and just go for end of nov or delay it


r/usmle • • 17h ago

Question If you have pixorizzz and or sketsh anatomy/neuroananatomy please reach out to me !!!! Exam coming uppp

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PLEASEEE HELP L


r/usmle • • 19h ago

Question JAnki or Anking?

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Title.

Which one is better to use?


r/usmle • • 22h ago

Question Baseline Nbme.

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So I am just beginning my step 1 journey, I wanted to give a baseline nbme before starting not really sure from where to do it? People mentioned it can be done offline, how do we access it? Any help would be appreciated.


r/usmle • • 23h ago

Advice Is USMLE Step 1 available on Saturdays in Karachi, Pakistan?

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Hey everyone! I’m planning to take USMLE Step 1 in Karachi, Pakistan. The Prometric website is showing Saturday dates for Step 1, but I wanted to confirm whether anyone has actually taken the exam on a Saturday at a Karachi test center recently.
Has anyone booked or taken Step 1 on a Saturday in Karachi? Is the availability on the website accurate?
I’d really appreciate any firsthand experience. Thanks!


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Resources 20 Years Out of Med School, Working Full-Time, and I Passed Step 1!

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Hi, I’m an IMG who graduated from medical school about 20 years ago.

My study resources were BnB, my own Anki cards, NBME 31, and Free 120.

I own my own clinic and work almost full-time, so preparing for Step 1 has been a long journey.
When I first started reading First Aid two years ago, I could barely understand it because I had forgotten so much of the basic knowledge. I needed lectures that could explain FA line by line, so I watched all the BnB lectures while taking notes directly in FA for quick reviews later. I also did the quizzes that came with the lectures.

My study process had three main stages:

First: I watched each BnB lecture and then did the corresponding quiz.

Second: I reviewed FA system by system (cardiology, pulmonology, etc.) and followed each review with the corresponding quizzes.

Third: I did a much quicker review of each system and retook the questions I had marked.

The whole process took a long time because I didn’t have much time to study. After reviewing FA a couple more times and going through my own Anki cards for facts I tended to forget, I decided to take just one NBME and Free 120 to assess my readiness.

My results were:

NBME 31: 73%
Free 120: 76%

Those scores gave me the confidence that I could pass.

And today, I finally got my P!

It’s been a long journey, but I’m so happy that all the hard work paid off.

I hope my experience encourages other old graduates who are working full-time and wondering if passing Step 1 is still possible.

Good luck to everyone preparing for the exam!


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Resources uworld discount code

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Hi everyone!
I’m a medical student currently organizing a group discount for UWorld Step 1, Step 2 CK, and Step 3 subscriptions.


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice Passed step 1 with low scores!

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I studied for 72 days (according to my anki). Wanted to share my stats in case anyone needs a little encouragement!
I didn't study everyday. I took Friday evenings and Saturdays off every week. I usually did 40-60 questions a day and reviewing each NBME took me 3-4 days, although I got faster closer to the exam
* UWorld: 48.5% completed, 56% average
* NBME 25: 57%
* NBME 28: 54%
* NBME 29: 58.5%
* NBME 30: 60%
* NBME 32: 64%
* NBME 33: 64% - 6 days before
* NBME 34: 68.5% - 4 days before
* Free 120: 64.5% - 2 days before
Hope this gives you a little hope if you're feeling down. My best advice would be to have a balance and keep your sanity ❤️


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice One failed attempt

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Hello everyone

I failed step one unfortunately , i don’t want to give up this road yet i am a non us img requiring a visa
I know there are people who matched with an attempt after working really hard .
I am asking how much connections can actually help with this ? Having a family member who is a hospitalist in a not favorable state ?


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice Retake 4 week sceduale for someone who’s done all nbme and free 120?

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r/usmle • • 1d ago

Question Need recommendations Droped NBME 30

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Need help please i took NBME 29 October 3 it was 59 at the same time my doctor change SNRI to stimulant today took NBME 30 it was 52 i feel foggy i want to give up 😭😭😭 3 years struggling with prep mom of 2 toddlers


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Question How to pass Step1 AnyAdvice

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I need help guys I'm starting to to prepare for Step1
Guide me please


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice Need advice- 4 weeks out from my second step 1 attempt

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Hey All,
I need a review of my performance- all offline.
Nbme 25:57%
nbme 26: 67.5% (i didnt time this properly)
Nbme 27: 60% 3 weeks ago
Nbme 28: 66% 2 weeks ago
Nbme 29: 67.5% past sunday 10/11

I am doing uworld (76% used, 56% correct)
FA, mehlman, reviewing nbmes (takes around 2-3 days easily).

I really do not want to go in without hitting 70s. I also am obviously dealing with the ptsd and just the fear of me collapsing during the real deal if i get vague stems
in a row (which i know will obv happen and ill have to keep myself strong mentally), but the fear keeps me up at night lol.

Just a final review please. Things I can do to keep scoring higher, and just seeing that Pass. 😭

Just tell me the best way to optimise my performance in these last weeks.
Thank you in advance


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Question Mock Interviews

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r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice STEP2 EFFECTIVE AND AFFORDABLE SESSIONS Resources

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Hi everyone,

STEP1: pass first attempt

STEP2: 264

NBMEs average: 80-87%

Ive helped many students so far with 15-30 score jumps.

I’m offering personalized USMLE Step 2 sessions for just $400/month/person ( 360$/person for pair sessions , 320$ if more ).

you’ll get 3sessions per week, each lasting 2 hours, structured plan tailored to your strengths and weaknesses, Clear explanations of complex topics and high yield strategies.

I'll be providing my own collective notes as well following each session( everything you need to know from UW, CMS, NBMES,divine) so you don't need to do ur own or flashcards.

if you’re interested or have questions, feel free to DM me. Let's schedule a demo session


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Question Why Thalamus & not Somatosensory?

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r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice About USMLE prospectus.

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Hello. I'm 32years old...UG YOG IS 2018 and did 2 years of private practice and went to Canada to pursue Canadian licensing pathway. Passed MCCQE1 avg score of 245 and my interest was to get into surgical residency. However soon I know I wouldn't be able to continue the pathway due to my low scores. So I moved back to my home country (India) and about to get into General surgery through Indian PG entrance examination process. After completing my 3 yrs of PG in gen surg...what are my chances of pursuing USMLE pathway? Will it be worthwhile enduring the same? I'm willing to do USCE after my PG here. ? Pls honest opinion. P.s I'm unmarried and not worried abt my age. I just want to land in my dream land and course of study ( which is surgery).


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice Failed after 12 months of prep.

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Took it on 30 sep. after 12 months of full time prep. I'm an IMG. My resource was mehlman heavy (mehlman Anki.
Matured 80% of the cards with 85% retention ). And mehlman 3500Qs bank. One full pass with 61% corrects and then did the incorrects Yes I didn't use uw.
Nomes ranges from 58-64. (Nbmes 25-33). I felt | guess most of my questions in the earlier blocks but after 5-6
blocks i thought i was familiar with the questions and did well enough. My nomes are low but I couldn't postpone it anymore. Took the risk and FAILED today.
Can someone help me understand by what margin I failed.
(I’m like 5 bars from passing range) Can I retake it in a month or two. Or should I stick to ufap ?
Any advice would be appreciated.


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Question How old are you?

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I just got curious. I live in a country outside the US, and I’m currently in my fourth year of med school.
I’ve only recently started getting interested in the USMLE, so I was wondering at what age and at what stage of med school or whatever, people usually start this journey.
I know it varies, but I just wanted to hear about other people’s experiences here.Plus, I lowkey need some reassurance, I think X)
Maybe there are other folks like me who are only recently started to thinking about it. I’m 20,btw


r/usmle • • 1d ago

Advice step1 preparation

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hello
i am 5th yr med student
i want to start preparing for steps.
My question is do i start with systems (cardio→resp→renal→GIT etc) and within each system i do the patho, pharma, anatomy, embryo and so on.
or i start with subject wise like anatomy (all), embryo(all), biochemistry, pathology, pharma.

Or is there other way of approaching it. Someone please tell how to approach it. I always delay starting my preparation because of this question