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What I wish I knew in medical school about USMLE Step 1 prep

As medical students prep for their dedicated study window, AMA member Pauline Huynh, MD, reflects on what worked in her Step 1 prep.

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

3 keys to boosting your medical student leadership skill set

Involvement with the AMA during medical school can offer valuable experiences that can shape one’s leadership skills for an entire career. Learn more.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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5 MIN READ

College freshman to M1: A medical school timeline to admission

Learn with the AMA about the steps you can take during each year of college to strengthen your medical school application.

Preparing for Medical School
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5 MIN READ

DO vs. MD: How much does the medical school degree type matter?

Learn about key differences between MD and DO medical school programs and what role degree type should play in your medical school choice.

Preparing for Medical School
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5 MIN READ

Know the pros and cons of third-party medical school study resources

About 70% of medical students look to YouTube, Wikipedia and for-pay resources to help with pre-clinical studies. Learn about benefits and drawbacks.

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Medical School Life
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

For your USMLE Step 1 study plan, follow the evidence on what works

The USMLE Step 1 is unlike any standardized exam you’ve taken before. Learn with the AMA about the study methods shown to work best.  

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USMLE® Step 1 & 2
Succeeding in Medical School
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4 MIN READ

So you matched to a residency program—now what?

As a medical student transitioning to residency, your life is about to change. Learn with the AMA about how to prepare for your career’s next stage.  

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Preparing for Residency
The Road to Residency
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2 MIN READ

Succeeding in medical school

Discover resources and guidance on how to make the most of medical school with the AMA.

Medical School Life
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3 MIN READ

When should you take the MCAT? It’s a key question for pre-med planning

The timing of your application and your readiness are two key factors in determining when you should take the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT).

Preparing for Medical School