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HIGH-YIELD USMLE PREP – COURSES

Prepare to
Ace Your
USMLE Step 1

LIVE IN-CLASS & LIVE ONLINE

Master the foundational medical sciences with our comprehensive USMLE Step 1 preparation, designed to help you excel on one of the most challenging exams in your medical career.

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SELECT A COURSE FORMAT THAT WORKS BEST FOR YOU

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A Continuous Enrollment Cycle allows students more flexibility for your USMLE Step 1 Prep.  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.

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LIVE IN-CENTER

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Attend lectures in the center with live instructors in a classroom setting.
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LIVE ONLINE

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Participate in classes remotely with a live instructor via online conferencing.
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1:1 TUTORING

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Prep Live Online with personalized tutoring on a schedule convenient for you.
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VIDEO ON DEMAND

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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

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Here’s What We’ll Cover

  • General Principles
  • ENT & Ophthalmology
  • Nervous System
  • Respiratory
  • Cardiovascular
  • Renal
  • Reproductive
  • Endocrine
  • Biochemistry
  • Genetics
  • Gastrointestinal
  • Oncology Hematology/
  • Immunology
  • Microbiology
  • Behavioral Science
  • Biostatistics
  • Public Health & Ethics
  • Skin Disorders
  • Musculoskeletal
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Intеractivе Livе Lеarning Expеriеncе:

Engagе in a dynamic lеarning journеy through our Livе Onlinе classеs. Expеriеncе rеal-timе intеraction with еxpеrt instructors, allowing you to ask quеstions, participatе in discussions, and rеcеivе instant fееdback. This intеractivе approach еnhancеs your undеrstanding and еnsurеs an еngaging еducational еxpеriеncе.

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Join from Anywhеrе, Lеarn Evеrywhеrе:

Attеnd classеs rеmotеly from thе comfort of your homе or any location with intеrnеt accеss. Our Livе Onlinе classеs utilizе livе strеam vidеo conferencing technology, еnabling you to participatе in lеcturеs, discussions, and Q&A sеssions without thе nееd to travеl. This flеxibility accommodatеs your schеdulе and allows you to balancе your studiеs with othеr commitmеnts.

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Inspired by
Excellence & Innovation

USMLE Step 1
Live In-Class Review

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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 / AM Classes
Timezone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Cost: $3,299

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Instructor-Led
USMLE Step 1

Live Online Review

 

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Our live online USMLE Step 1 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 / AM Classes
Timezone: Eastern Standard Time (EST)
Duration: 8 Weeks
Cost: $2,799.00

Personalized
1:1 Private Tutoring

for USMLE Step 1

 

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Get the individualized help you need to overcome weak areas that you identify. Speak with a tutor to review your study habits and specific weak areas. Once an assessment is done of your strengths and weaknesses, the tutor will suggest the number of hours required based on your individual circumstance.

Type:  Live Instructors
Attendance:  Virtual
Enrollment:  Scheduled
When: Mutually Convenient
Timezone:  Varies
Duration:  As needed
Cost:  $189 per hour

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WHAT’S INCLUDED IN THE COURSE

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8-week Comprehensive Review

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Small Class Sizes.

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Continuous Open Enrollment

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Subject & System-Based Teaching Approach

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MedSmarter PDF Notes

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Study Lab Available for Self-Study

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MedLOGS – Live Online Group Study (optional)

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One-On-One Study Plan

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Test-Taking Strategies

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Clinical Case-Based Presentations

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Time Management Skills

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Exam Related Anxiety & Stress Management

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Coffee & Tea Provided

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Advanced settings.

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  • Dr. Untara has helped me pass my Step 1 after my second year and my Step 2 at the end of my third year of medical school . The testing strategies and discipline I learned from her for my Step 1 studying carried through all my great scores in my NBMEs during my third year. I knew I needed to come back for my Step 2. For both exams, she made sure to do very focused and comprehensive high yield reviews which help me obtain my great score. I will now be a competitive applicant because of their help and that is something I will endlessly thank them for. She went above and beyond to make sure I was okay and boosted my confidence through my dedicated study time. I couldn't have done it without her!

    Perla Jimenez Avatar Perla Jimenez
    September 2, 2023
  • The owner of Medsmarter brought it to my attention that someone had posted a disparaging review using my name. I used Medsmarter to prepare for USMLE Step 2 and thought they did a fantastic job. Thanks to their help, I am now an MD studying for USMLE Step 3 and applying for residency this year.

    Dr. A. Scott Parker IV Avatar Dr. A. Scott Parker IV
    April 2, 2017
  • Excellent, well thought out and well designed. This is a MUST-HAVE review program for anyone aspiring for USMLE.  Being a part of this program was most definitely a breath of fresh air.  It was not only the best prep program i have ever attended, but was also incredibly helpful in expanding my intellect.  What makes this program so unique and special is its personalized and structured approach, which let me explore my weaknesses and strengthen the same.  The instructors (Dr. Untara and Dr. Owen) were very patient and encouraging throughout, making it an incredible learning experience. Looking forward to come back for my Step 2 classes.

    Prashant Karkal Avatar Prashant Karkal
    April 2, 2017
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Hours of Interactive Coaching (and counting)

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Average Bump in NBME Scores for Student Following the Programs

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Lifetime Pass Rate Post MedSmarter Review Course

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Number of Students Helped (and Growing)

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Students from 90+ US and International Medical Universities

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USMLE STEP 1
FREE Practice Quiz

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About the USMLE Step 1 Exam & a Few FAQs

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The USMLE Step 1 is a one-day computerized exam that assesses student’s comprehension and application skills related to the basic sciences of practicing medicine. It is commonly considered the most challenging exam by medical students and is more comprehensive than exams taken during medical school.

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What is on the USMLE Step 1 exam?

The Step 1 exam contains multiple-choice questions that assess your medical skills in the following basic science knowledge areas:

  • Anatomy
  • Behavioral sciences
  • Biochemistry
  • Microbiology
  • Pathology
  • Pharmacology
  • Physiology
  • Interdisciplinary topics, such as nutrition, genetics, and aging

How long does the USMLE Step 1 take?

This is a one-day, 8-hour examination. There are seven blocks. Each block is 1-hour long.

How many questions does the USMLE Step 1 contain?

The number of questions per block on a given examination form may vary but will not exceed 40. The total number of items on the overall examination form will not exceed 280.

When is the best time to take USMLE Step 1?

Typically, most US med school students take this exam at the end of their second year.

International medical school graduates take USMLE Step 1 after becoming licensed doctors in their own countries to work toward being licensed to practice medicine in the United States. These physicians must take the following steps to take the exam:

  • Register online with ECFMG (Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates)
  • Receive an identification number from ECFMG
  • Book their exam online on a year-round basis

Is the USMLE Step 1 score changing to a Pass/Fail result?

On February 12th, 2020, co-sponsors of the USMLE Program, the FSBM and NBME®, announced that the USMLE Step 1 exam will no longer be scored as a 3-digit numerical score. This change will be implemented no sooner than January 2022.

How many times can I take the Step 1 exam?

As of January 2021, the attempt limit for each USMLE Step component will reduce from six to four.

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