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Prepare for the final hurdle in your licensing process with focused preparation for the USMLE Step 3, helping you transition smoothly from medical school to residency.
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A Continuous Enrollment Cycle allows students more flexibility for your USMLE Step 3. With up to 17 possible opportunities for a start date per course cycle along with multiple attendance formats, there’s sure to be a convenient schedule option available – Whether attending Live In-Center or Live Online.
LIVE IN-CENTER
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Attend lectures in the center with live instructors in a classroom setting.
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Participate in classes remotely with a live instructor via online conferencing.
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Here’s What We’ll Cover
- Emer. Medicine
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Live In-Class Review
The Live Review Course is offered at our Study Center in Suwanee, GA. Our facilities offer a structured environment with a collaborative approach to student success!
Type: Live Instructors
Attendance: In Person
Enrollment: Continuous Cycle
When: Mon – Fri / PM Classes
Timezone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Cost: $3,299
Instructor-Led
USMLE Step 3
Live Online Review
Our live online USMLE Step 3 Course is structured, regularly scheduled, and taught by experienced instructors – delivered using virtual meetings software.
Type: Virtual with Live Instructors
Attendance: Live Stream Video Conferencing
Enrollment: Continuous Cycle
When: Mon – Fri / PM Classes
Timezone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Cost: $2,799.00
Personalized
1:1 Private Tutoring
for USMLE Step 3
The Live Review Course is offered at our Study Center in Suwanee, GA. Our facilities offer a structured environment with a collaborative approach to student success!
Type: Live Instructors
Attendance: Virtual
Enrollment: Scheduled
When: Mutually Convenient Timezone
Timezone: Varies
Duration: As needed
Cost: $189 per hour
WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE
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8-week Comprehensive Review
Small Class Sizes.
Continuous Open Enrollment
Subject & System-Based Teaching Approach
MedSmarter PDF Notes
Study Lab Available for Self-Study
MedLOGS – Live Online Group Study (optional)
One-On-One Study Plan
Test-Taking Strategies
Clinical Case-Based Presentations
Time Management Skills
Exam Related Anxiety & Stress Management
Coffee & Tea Provided
Advanced settings.
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I'm so appreciative and grateful with Dr Untara and Med Smarter team for helping me with Step 1 prep. I was lost to prepare me for this test but they helped me to identify things I need to improve. They were very patient with me and always they were here for me. I feel more comfortable with the real exam. They have good resources to learn about each topic. Definitely I would highly recommend Med Smarter to all who are planning to give USMLE steps.
Wendoly M Vazquez Oliveras
April 2, 2022 -
Dr Untara Shaikh is one of the best mentors I have ever had. Over several months of hard work, she helped me achieve my dream Step 2 score. She is extremely dedicated to her students and is an incredible educator. In addition to being a psychiatrist, she has a PhD in education and psychology. Due to her extensive research, she understands her students at a fundamental level and personalizes the program according to their personality, strengths, weaknesses and goals. Choosing her as my teacher was the best decision I ever made for my career, I owe it to her! Thank you Dr Untara
Rimsha Arshad
September 20, 2024 -
I've now gone to Medsmarter for help for Step 1& 2 (CS & Ck). Passed Step 1 & CS first attempt and taking CK in a few weeks. This program is designed to give students a structured, organized plan. Everything cost money, but coming this far and dropping out was not an option. I spent the money because I felt I was not progressing by myself the way I should have. Medsmarter can not be used alone as a source to pass, and they will tell you this themselves. Along with Medsmarter, incorporate UWORLD, First Aid, and pathoma. It seems like a lot, and it is, but this is the life we chose! I truly am grateful for the Medsmarter team. Being a US- IMG student, my school did not fully prepare me for the challenges the USMLE require. I felt doing this course put me on the same playing field as US medical students. They saved my medical career, but I was also committed and spent a lot of hours outside the program doing UWORLD and first aid. If you want it bad enough, then you will make it happen! Goodluck to all my fellow colleagues. sincerely, Amartej Deol
Amartej Deol
April 2, 2019
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About the USMLE Step 3 Exam & a Few FAQs
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Step 3, the final USMLE hurdle, assesses your readiness for independent practice. Two days of MCQs and case simulations test your clinical judgment in outpatient settings. Master patient management, prioritize effectively, and conquer this final step to your US medical license.
Who is eligible to take the USMLE Step 3?
If you graduated from a medical school outside of the U.S. and Canada, your school must be listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools as meeting ECFMG eligibility requirements. Regardless of the type of medical degree you hold, all applicants for the USMLE Step 3 must apply through the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) website.
When should I take my USMLE Step 3?
To be eligible for Step 3, you must have passed Step 1 and Step 2 CK of the Boards during medical school. The USMLE program recommends taking Step 3 after completing (or nearly completing) at least one year of postgraduate training in a U.S.-accredited graduate medical education program that meets state board licensing requirements.
The busiest times for testing are May through July and November through December. Because scheduling is first-come, first-served, try to schedule your test dates early in your eligibility period. This way, you’ll have flexibility if you need to reschedule. You can take the exam at any Prometric® test center in the United States or its territories.
What does the USMLE Step 3 cover?
The USMLE Step 3 is a 2-day computerized exam with approximately 500 multiple-choice questions, along with computer-based case simulations (CCS) that evaluate your ability to assess history and physical exam information, order diagnostic tests, select initial therapies, and manage patients.
The exam primarily focuses on patient management (45-55% of questions). Other topics include history and physical exam; lab and diagnostic studies; diagnosis; prognosis; and pathophysiology—each comprising about 8-12% of the exam questions. Additionally, each question falls into one of three clinical encounter frames: initial workup; continued care; and emergency care.
What are the details of each day of the exam?
Day 1 consists of the Foundations of Independent Practice (FIP) section, which lasts approximately seven hours, including 45 minutes of break time and a five-minute optional tutorial. There are 233 multiple-choice items divided into six blocks, with 60 minutes allotted for each block.
Day 2 features the Advanced Clinical Medicine (ACM) section, lasting about nine hours. It includes 180 multiple-choice items divided into six blocks, with 45 minutes allotted for each block. There is also a seven-minute CCS tutorial followed by 13 case simulations, each allotted a maximum of 10 or 20 minutes of real time.
How can I prepare for the USMLE Step 3?
To prepare, review helpful books and complete as many question banks as possible. Consider taking a practice test early to gauge your readiness and become accustomed to the exam's pacing.
For the CCS portion, focus on getting familiar with the software and being efficient and thorough with your virtual patients. While finding study time as a resident can be challenging, persist in your efforts to discover what works best for you in preparing for USMLE success.
What happens if you fail the USMLE Step 3?
If an examinee fails the USMLE Step 3, they are subject to certain limitations. They may not take the same USMLE Step 3 examination more than six times, including incomplete attempts. It's important to note that all attempts, regardless of when they were taken, are counted toward this limit. Therefore, failing the exam multiple times can impact an individual's ability to continue pursuing their medical licensing goals.
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