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Pre-med frequently asked questions

Get answers to frequently asked questions about med school requirements, the application process, the MCAT and more.

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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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4 essential tips for your final weeks of Step 1 study

These tips can help medical students excel as they hit the home stretch in studying for Step 1 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE).  

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UWorld for AMA members

The limited time offer from UWorld is no longer available. If you already have a discount code, learn how to redeem. 

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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.

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Kaplan USMLE Step 2: 3-year-old patient with an abdominal mass

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A physical exam at a well-child visit shows an abdominal mass. What is the most likely diagnosis?

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Kaplan USMLE Step 3: 72-year-old man complains of fever, pain in limbs

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. CT scan shows 5-cm complex cyst involving the renal pelvis in a 72-year-old man. What is the most appropriate management? 

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Kaplan USMLE Step 2: Next step for a patient with head trauma

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A man is brought to the ED after after losing consciousness. What is the next step in management?

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Kaplan USMLE Step 2: What caused 72-year-old’s withdrawal syndrome?

Prep with help from Kaplan Medical. A 72-year-old man has heart palpitations after not taking all his hypertension medications. Which one did he likely forget?

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