United States Medical Licensing Examinations (USMLE)

Despite the recent transition of Step 1 to a pass/fail format, the fail rate for this exam is increasing. But here's the good news: This is something we can fix TOGETHER!

Failing an exam doesn't define you. You can still match to residency and have a great career. We see it all the time. Our approach is tailored to transform your own preparation strategy, helping you 'flip the switch' to realize your true potential. We don't just address the symptoms; we get to the root of the problem, turning past mistakes into learning experiences that boost your score.

We also specialize in elevating students to excel beyond just passing. Dreaming of a career in Dermatology, Plastics, or another competitive specialty? We have a proven track record of propelling students towards these ambitious goals. Our strategy is clear and effective: with a dedicated two-month period of 20-40 hours of tutoring, our students have experienced an average score increase of 1-1.5 points per hour. These aren't just numbers; they're a testament to the thousands of students who've crushed their exams with our guidance.

How We Help

  • Our approach to USMLE preparation is uniquely tailored to each student. We focus on individualized question strategy, thorough content review, and personalized study planning, including guidance on the best resources. We believe in a bespoke experience, crafting each element of our program to fit your specific needs and goals, ensuring your score reaches its maximum potential

  • There’s about a half dozen subject areas you MUST know for USMLE exams. From Anatomy to Pathology and even Biostatistics, our expert tutors will design every aspect of the student’s tutoring to suit the student’s personal way of learning. This personalized tutoring and study style will ensure your progress.

  • No one has a better grasp on NBME and UWSA material. We use the most up-to-date practice exams, coupled with our own diagnostic tools, to give you the most accurate score prediction.

  • Our tutors will help every student decide which resources are best for their specific USMLE and for their personal preparation. We will provide tailor-made HY documents as needed to maximize improvement in weak areas. No other tutoring company creates new resources for every student. It takes time, but we know it increases scores.

  • We triage all available resources to devise an effective schedule within the constraints of each student’s personal situation. Schedules can be made in whatever detail you need, even an hourly breakdown of what to do every day.

  • We’ll meet you where YOU are! Most students most benefit from meeting with our tutors 1-4 hours per week, depending on how much time remains before their USMLE. However, some people are on a shorter timeline, and it’s not uncommon to meet daily or several times per week, if we agree this is the best way to keep you on track.

  • Step One

    Step 1 assesses a student’s ability to apply important concepts of the basic sciences applicable to the practice of medicine. These core concepts are assessed to ensure mastery of the principles key to the safe and competent practice of medicine.

    Step 1 is a one-day examination with seven 60-minute blocks for a total of 280 questions.

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  • Step Two CK

    Step 2 assesses a student’s ability to apply medical knowledge and skills of clinical science and medical care of patients. The examination is constructed to emphasize the student’s ability to decipher physician tasks in relation to the clinical practice of medicine.

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  • Step Three

    Step 3 assesses the ability of the test-taker to apply medical knowledge and clinical science essential for the unsupervised practice of medicine. This is the final examination of the USMLE sequence. Step 3 provides the final assessment of physicians assuming independent responsibility for medical care of patients.

    The first day of the Step 3 examination is referred to as Foundations of Independent Practice (FIP), and the second day is referred to as Advanced Clinical Medicine (ACM).

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Testimonials

  • “Among all the materials available to prepare for USMLE, MedBoardTutors guidance and tutoring was undoubtedly the most instrumental in achieving the 255 I ended up with on Step 1. They truly care about helping other students become successful, and their tutoring style reflects this empathy: they not only tailor content to the individual’s strengths/weaknesses but also work on improving test-taking skills depending on the individual’s needs. This individualized approach, combined with their unique emphasis and ability to integrate and explain discrete details with the big-picture concepts, allowed me to not only improve my Step score but my approach to problems during my clinical years. MedBoardTutors has undoubtedly been a tremendous resource during my time in medical school, and I am extremely confident in their abilities.”

    —K.T., Saint Louis University School of Medicine

  • "I discovered MedBoardTutors when I realized that I had not been seeing score improvements in my individual studying despite my Step 1 test date being only 7 weeks away. My tutor was very open to taking in my input with regards to my study style and favorite resources when formulating a study plan for me, which provided some much-needed structure to my test prep schedule. During the study sessions, my tutor pointed out exactly what was high yield for each subject so that I could use my study time wisely, answered all of my questions thoroughly, and finished off the tutoring session by actively working through practice questions with me to solidify the knowledge learned earlier in the session. With MedBoardTutors, I not only learned the material for Step 1, but also felt significantly less anxious when approaching my studies, which was equally as important. I would highly recommend MedBoardTutors for anyone who is interested in improving their score—their knowledge and expertise in test preparation is unmatched!"

    —T.B., University of Texas Medical School at Houston

  • "I was fortunate to work with MedBoardTutors towards the end of my Step 2 CK preparation. They were instrumental in clarifying all of many concepts that I did not have command of. They were very patient. They were willing to explain concepts over and over until I understood it. They know the material inside out and are gifted in teaching that material. They also just exude goodness. I really believe that I was able to reach my goals with this exam because of working with MedBoardTutors. I highly recommend their tutoring services."

    —Anonymous

  • "I cannot stress enough how vital MedBoardTutors' advice and feedback has been during my exam preparation process. They are extremely knowledgeable about board relevant material and can present it in a way that makes complete sense and improves my confidence in my own test taking ability. They are also very patient and can phrase difficult concepts in a clear and concise manner which has helped me grasp the content. The one-on-one tutoring sessions have been far superior to any tutoring service my school has offered and I’m thankful that I have had them as an asset."

    —L.K.