USMLE Step 2 CK

Preparing for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam is a big step in your medical career. This guide offers a clear and simple strategy to help you succeed. Learn how to study smart, look after yourself, and how our personalised support at MOKSH Academy can help you on your journey. It focuses on:

• Clinical skills
• Illness prevention
• Health promotion

Key Differences- Step 1 vs Step 2 CK

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USMLE Step 2 CK Eligibility Criteria

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USMLE Step 2 CK Registration Process

Step-by-Step Guide

Step	Action	Required information / documents
1	Create MyIntealth account	Email, name, password
2	Apply for ECFMG Certification	Personal details, medical school information
3	Log in to MyIntealth & start Step 2 CK application	Personal, demographic, and medical school details (as requested in portal)
4	Submit application & pay fee	Payment method (card) and completed application form
5	Medical school verifies your status	School confirmation/verification by your medical school
6	Receive ECFMG (Intealth) scheduling permit	Scheduling permit email/confirmation

After registering for the USMLE Step 2 CK, you'll receive a Scheduling permit. Bring your Scheduling permit to the test center on exam day- it's required for admission.

Registration Details:

• Advance Registration: Register up to 6 months before the exam
• Rescheduling: Change your exam date up to 30 days in advance for a $90 fee.
• Cancellation: Cancelling your exam less than 30 days before the Scheduled date incurs a $100 fee.

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USMLE Step 2 CK Fee

USMLE Step 2 CK Exam

United States Medical Licensing Examination

Step 2 CK Score Report

Supplemental Information: Understanding the Content Areas

The information below is a visual representation of the content weighting on this examination that may be informative in guiding remediation. Descriptions of the topics covered in these content areas, as well as other topics covered on USMLE Step 2 CK, can be found in the information materials on the USMLE website (https://www.usmle.org). Please use the contact form on the USMLE website (https://www.usmle.org/contact/) if you have additional questions.

Physician Task	(% Items Per Test)
PC: Diagnosis	34 - 46%
PC: Pharmacotherapy, Interventions & Management	26 - 38%
PC: Health Maintenance, Prevention & Surveillance	8 - 12%
Ethics/Professionalism	5 - 7%
Systems-Based Practice/Patient Safety	5 - 7%

System	(% Items Per Test)
Cardiovascular System	8 - 10%
Gastrointestinal System	7 - 9%
Respiratory System	7 - 9%
Musculoskeletal Sys/Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue	6 - 10%
Behavioral Health	6 - 8%
Nervous System & Special Senses	6 - 8%
Blood & Lymphoreticular System	4 - 6%
Endocrine System	4 - 6%
Female Reproductive & Breast	4 - 6%
Multisystem Processes & Disorders	4 - 6%
Pregnancy, Childbirth & the Puerperium	4 - 6%
Renal & Urinary System & Male Reproductive	4 - 6%
Immune System	3 - 5%

Discipline	(% Items Per Test)
Medicine	50 - 60%
Surgery	25 - 30%
Pediatrics	20 - 25%
Obstetrics & Gynecology	10 - 20%
Psychiatry	10 - 15%

USMLE Step 2 CK Syllabus

System	Range
General Principles of Foundational Science	1% - 3%
Population Health / Biostatistics & Epidemiology	1% - 5%
Interpretation of the Medical Literature
Immune System	85% - 95%
Multisystem Processes & Disorders
Blood and lymph reticular Systems
Endocrine System
Behavioural Health
Male Reproductive System
Female Reproductive System & Breast
Nervous System & Special Senses
Renal & Urinary Systems
Skin & Subcutaneous Tissue
Gastrointestinal System
Musculoskeletal System
Respiratory System
Cardiovascular System

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Your Guide to USMLE Step 2 CK

The USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) exam tests what you know about treating patients. It covers medicine, surgery, paediatrics, psychiatry, and more. It is a big step towards your medical career in the US.

This guide offers a clear strategy for your preparation. We shall also reveal to you how the right support will help to make this journey much easier and more successful.

A Simple Plan for USMLE Step 2 CK Success

There is pressure to prepare for this exam. You may feel in control by breaking it down into clear steps.

1. Start Your Preparation Early

Do not leave your study plan until the last minute. Starting early gives you enough time to learn everything well. It also means you can take breaks without feeling too much stress.

2. Make Your Own Study Schedule

The best step to take is to have a schedule that fits your own rhythm. Your schedule should include:

• Key topics to study.
• Time for practice exams.
• Regular breaks are very good for resetting your mind.

3. Get the Proper Study Materials.

Identify learning style-wise resources. Many of us get by on tried-and-true stuff such as:

Using a mix of materials often works best.

• UWorld Question Bank - it is simply the practice question destination.
• First Aid for USMLE Step 2 CK: A great book for review.

4. Practice with Mock Exams

It is very crucial to practise full-length mock exams to pass the actual written exams. It helps you:

• Get used to the exam's timing and pressure.
• Find your weak areas so you know what to study next.

5. Look After Your Health

Your brain works best when your body is healthy. Remember to:

• Eat healthy food.
• Get some exercise.
• Get good sleep every day.
• Your mental health is also very important. Make time for hobbies and friends.

How MOKSH Academy Can Be Your Guide?

You do not have to do this alone. At MOKSH Academy, we create a blend of passion and knowledge to make you a winner.

Your Personal Learning Partner

We create a learning path that supports individual needs and goals with the help of our technology.

Under MOKSH, the learners enjoy the following benefits:

• We have access to interesting video lessons and an extensive collection of supporting materials.
• Establish clear goals and track the progress easily.
• Be mentored and build collegial relationships with other learners.
• Develop the skills and expertise required to perform well in exams.

Learn from a Mentor Who Has Been in Your Shoes

Our one-on-one mentorship is led by doctors who have already succeeded. Your mentor will be:

• Someone who has passed the USMLE exams themselves.
• A doctor currently training as a resident in the US.
• They are there to guide you from your first day of study right up to match day. This expert guidance can help you make the right choices, stay motivated, and grow in confidence.

Mastering the Idea to Be Smarter with Technology

New web resources contribute to the effectiveness of your studies. The programme comprises:

• The Adaptive learning: The system is modified according to your performance.
• The AI-Powered tools: You are able to predict your score and find your weak points.
• Recorded Lectures: It is an enormous video library which you can watch flawlessly from any place or time.

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USMLE Step 2 CK preparation is an important task. You can do it with the correct strategy and support.

MOKSH Academy provides counselling to create your launchpad into success in the United States. Contact MOKSH Academy at your earliest convenience.

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