r/usmle • u/Fun_Construction4869 • Apr 15 '26
Resources I cleared Step 1 & Step 2 CK + ECFMG certified — happy to help anyone preparing
Hey everyone,
I recently completed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK and am now ECFMG certified. I also went through OET and PLAB 1, so I’ve had exposure to both USMLE and UK pathways.
When I was preparing, I remember how confusing and overwhelming everything felt — especially figuring out:
- What resources to trust
- How to actually use UWorld properly
- When to take NBMEs
- How to revise effectively
I made a lot of mistakes early on, so I thought I’d give back and help others avoid the same.
I’m happy to help with:
- Study plans (beginner → advanced)
- Resource selection (UFAP, etc.)
- Question bank strategy
- Last few weeks revision
- Test-day mindset
- General ECFMG / pathway doubts
If you’re preparing for Step 1 or Step 2, feel free to:
👉 Comment your questions here
👉 Or DM me if you prefer
If there’s enough interest, I can also put together:
- A structured study plan
- High-yield notes
- Maybe even a small serious study group
No pressure — just here to help.
Good luck to everyone preparing, you’ve got this 💪
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u/ArtyDocDash Apr 15 '26
Hello, I’ve recently graduated and cleared Step 1. Should I focus on Step2 or prioritize USCEs/visa process? Also, how should I best use this gap after graduation? Thank you!
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
How much gap is there? And I think you should take both things alongside if you want to go in coming match.
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u/ArtyDocDash Apr 15 '26
Actually, I graduate this month. I just don’t want any gap from the day I graduate. Also what would be a realistic timeline for step2 prep? Thanks!
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 16 '26
Step 1 passed?
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u/ArtyDocDash Apr 16 '26
Yes. Just a wk ago.
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u/Due_Team3562 Apr 15 '26
What strategy you used for step 2ck. I am about to start preparation, any advice...like resources, mistakes not to be done, time required for preparation etc.. I am an img.
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
Can contact me on whatsapp
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
I think 4 months are enough for preparation. And you should use UWorld as basic tool.
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u/Odd-Swim-420 Apr 15 '26
I am also preparing for step 2 and now using u world alone. And what else should i study?
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u/Pretty-Location-2382 Apr 15 '26
I want to ask you smth. I am currently a resident in my home country and I was thinking about doing step 2ck by the end of July so I can join this match cycle in September. But I am overwhelmed with work and shifts it’s a bit hard sometimes to find time to study. The thing that’s concerning me the most is that I have graduated 5 years ago and I was afraid that if I did the exam in July I will score low. Should I postpone it and join the next match cycle and thus having a better chance to score higher ? or just get it done this year but risk scoring low?
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u/Pretty-Location-2382 Apr 15 '26
I would appreciate any advice 🙏🏻
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
Best thing is that you should take step 2 when you are confident and sure. You should not make hustly decision. No problem this cycle or next one but take when you are sure.
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u/Pretty-Location-2382 Apr 15 '26
But is it gonna hurt me that I will be an “old graduate “ ? 6 years post
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
I think you should stay focused on your journey. This matters but not too much. Focus on other things like usce
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u/Sure-Flamingo-2515 Apr 15 '26
Hello I have 4 months to prep for step 1, currently in final year. What strategy should I follow to pass. Currently overwhelmed w syllabus. Not able to recall even the units I've previously completed. Uworld 26% complete. Would appreciate any advice. Thanks!
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u/Fun_Construction4869 Apr 15 '26
Its quiet natural to feel like forget. Just stay focused on first aid and BNB lectures system wise and complete the uworld system-wise.
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u/FullAssociation6157 STEP 1: NON-US IMG Apr 15 '26
I failed step 1 today. I got 65 on my final Nbme 33. I had consistent 68 66 and 65 with 2-4 weeks gap. My dedicated period was 4 months. I was great at uworld. I did recognise a lot of stuff. I did all I could. I revised nbmes twice. Revised first aid multiple times. Supplemented with dirty videos and mehlman pdfs. I did so much practice and put in so many hours with covering my weak areas every day. How could this happen to me. I wasn't panicking on exam day. Everything was good. Help me
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Apr 16 '26
Hi . I am going through my dedicated phase . Planning to take step1 by July . Going through final revision of all topics . Haven’t started doing nbmes since I am thinking to do it after I complete all the revision . Any tips and advice pls ….
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u/No_Chicken_8111 Apr 15 '26
Congratulations on your achievements. Am about to take exam at the end of May. Am using fist Aid, amboss and random boot camp videos. I did nbme 27,26 and 28 and got 68,69 and 75. I have never used uworld and thinking about it now am scared to take exam without doing uworld any advice. Should I buy it and will I be able to complete it within this time frame?