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Step 2 scores decoded: What they mean for your Match prospects

How might your score on the USMLE Step 2 CK affect your residency-application approach? Dive into the NRMP data for MDs, DOs and IMGs.

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency

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Highlights from the 2025 AMA Annual Meeting

Catch up with news and key moments from the AMA House of Delegates’ meeting, which ran June 6–11.

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Annual Meeting
Fighting for Physicians
2025 HOD Annual Meeting of the HOD
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The AMA is standing up for medical students. Here is how.

Delegates took steps to ease Step 1 stress and help unmatched medical school grads, and the AMA opposes harmful budget proposals on student loans. 

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Medical School Life
The Road to Residency
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After Step 1 scoring change, what residency programs look for now

In the Step 1 pass-fail era, scores on Step 2, clinical performance and letters of recommendation have taken on increased weight for residency selection.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
The Road to Residency
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USMLE Step 2 FAQs: Study tips to help maximize your score

How much should medical students study? What’s on the test? Experts offer insight on the best ways to get ready for the Step 2 exam.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School
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UWorld for AMA members

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
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UWorld Medical frequently asked questions

Not sure how UWorld QBanks can help you in your studies? The AMA offers some frequently asked questions and answers to give you more insight.

USMLE® Step 1 & 2
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As USMLE Step 1 pass rates dip, take these study tips to heart

Even in pass-fail format, the exam remains a unique challenge for medical students. Here’s how to stay ahead on test prep and pass on your first try.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School
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These 5 essential tools will help you survive medical school

Medical students break down the must-have gear that helps them maximize study time, stay organized and power through demanding rotations.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School