1. What is USMLE
USMLE stands for the United States Medical Licensing Examination. It is a professional test to assess the professional abilities of a medical practitioner before being granted a medical practice license in the United States. The test is conducted by the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB) and the National Board of Medical Examiners (NBME). It is taken in three parts known as Steps. USMLE Step 2 is further divided into two steps- USMLE Step 2 CK and USMLE Step 2 CS.
2. Why do I need to take the USMLE test?
It is mandatory for all medical students and practitioners, from within the United States or outside the United States, to clear USMLE test in order to have a medical license needed to practice medicine in the United States. It consists of three Steps and all three must be passed before applying for the license.ss
3. What is USMLE test like?
The USMLE exam consists of three Steps:
- USMLE Step 1
- USMLE Step 2
- USMLE Step 2 CK
- USMLE Step 2 CS
- USMLE Step 3
USMLE Steps 1 is a Multiple Choice Questions type test that is taken from Basic Medical Sciences including Anatomy, Behavioral sciences, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Pathology, Pharmacology, Physiology, Nutrition, and Genetics.
USMLE Step 2 is further divided into two steps- USMLE Step 2 CK and USMLE Step 2 CS. The first step tests you in Clinical Sciences like Medicine, Surgery, Pediatrics, Psychiatry, Obstetrics and Gynecology while the second step is designed to assess clinical skills through simulated patient interactions.
USMLE Step 3 is two-day examination. It is also taken in MCQ format. But the candidates have to undergo further Clinical Case Simulations, where the examinees are required to 'manage' patients in real-time case simulations.
4. Do I really need help in preparing for USMLE? Can’t I do this on my own?
Thousands of students appear in medical exams around the world. But the US would accept only those who have passed USMLE. Only 71% of students from outside the US who appear in their first USMLE attempt clear it. We want YOUR success. We want to give you the edge by preparing you with time-tested study material backed with years of experience. We will tell you the ways to beat USMLE, let you know the test’s weaknesses; enabling you score higher bands in the test. We will help you bring out your best.
5. Why should I choose you for my USMLE prep?
USMLEPaper.com is a leader in providing top services to the medical students. Our experts have more than 12 years of USMLE preparation experience with an envious track record. Our study materials will help you work smart to get the highest scores. You will also get access to latest USMLE preparation Q n A. Add to it the exclusive strategies to perform your best on the test day. This and more, you will find at one place only: USMLEPaper.com!
6. Is USMLEPaper really that good?
We have always delivered results. USMLEPaper has the best staff and unparalleled study material. We constantly keep an eye at improving its processes in order to come up with new and useful ways to help students in USMLE. We provide focused knowledge, clarify concepts and teach time-tested tricks to our students to help them get high scores.
7. I like it so far, but would like to see a demo. Can I?
Sure you can. Please see the Demo and read the Features list to ensure that USMLEPaper is a worthwhile investment.
8. How can I get USMLEPaper study material?
You first need to create your member account. Then place the order and download your product from the Members Area.
9. How do I create a member account at USMLEPaper?
At USMLEPaper.com, in the Logon Area to your left, click the Sign up Now tab. In the following page, fill in the Account Information such as email address, name and password in the appropriate fields. Then click the Submit button. You have successfully created your member account.
10. How do I access Members Area?
At USMLEPaper, enter your email address and password in the appropriate fields in the Login Area in the left panel. Then click the Sign In button. Once you are in the Members Area, you can;
- View orders,
- Edit user account settings,
- Change password,
- Download purchased products,
- Logout.
Products and Services
1. What products and services does USMLEPaper offer?
USMLEPaper offers the following:
Study Guide has been especially designed for USMLE and covers all three sections of USMLE in detail, with examples and practice sessions. This is the study material you should not hesitate to buy. The comprehensive guide is available in PDF format for ease of use.
These contain up-to-date real-exam practice questions with answers and explanations. These questions and answers have been written by our USMLE specialists.
The wonderful USMLE Test Engine is a simulator that lets you test your medical education and skills in the real test like environment. The simulator provides you complete control of how you take the test, when to pause, how much you want to practice or how much you need to practice. Many other features like tagged questions, skip questions, mark questions, and check your result are also waiting for you to be explored.
If you want exclusive study session with our USMLE prep guru, you can take advantage of this service. Our experts are always there to guide you so that you can confidently deliver on the test day.
2. What is the USMLE Test Engine?
The USMLE Test Engine is an offline simulator of the real USMLE exam. You may download this Test Engine and practice any time you want, as many times you want, till you achieve your required scores. The questions on this Test Engine are timed and you are required to finish the test within the allotted time. As you practice more and more on this computer adapted test, delivering on the test day would become more and more predictable
3. What are the key features of the USMLE Test Engine?
The USMLE Test Engine is a product that can prove real useful in making your dream scores come true. It is an excellent opportunity for USMLE test takers to enhance their USMLE test taking skills. The Test Engine has the following key features:
- Easy to setup
- Offline simulator provides simulated test environment
- With the test simulator you can;
- Select number of questions to be tested in
- Select section to be tested in
- Mark questions so that you can attempt them later
- Take test through random questions or in sequence
- Use timer to keep variable time limits
- Pause the test at any time
- View answers during test
- Use calculator feature
- Review the status of your test
- View your result that shows your score, passing score requirement, etc
- Maintain and print result history
- Questions that you skip are tagged automatically
For a complete list of features, click here.
4. How do I go about getting expert tutoring?
You first have to place your order in the Order Now page. After you make the purchase, we will get in touch with you through your email address and let you know the timings. The timings allotted will depend on the number of hours you purchased.
5. Can I suggest the timings I would like for expert tutoring?
Yes, that is possible. We will keep a time which suits both you and the expert.
Requirements and Updates
1. Are there any requirements (hardware or software) for USMLEPaper products?
The following requirements must be met for USMLEPaper products:
- Adobe Acrobat Reader (for study guide and QnA)
- Dot net framework (for Test Engine )
- At least 64 MB Ram (for Test Engine )
2. Are there updates?
You will be entitled to free updates for a year after you purchase a product. Updates can be downloaded from your member account at USMLEPaper.
3. How often are your products updated?
Whenever the USMLE test pattern is changed, or the test takers test a different skill set, we update our products accordingly so that our products accurately and thoroughly prepare the students for the latest USMLE tests.
Order and Delivery
1. How do I place an order?
Simply select the required product from the Order now page and then fill in the form to complete the purchase.
2. How will I receive the product?
You can download the product soon after placing the order by logging on to your customer account and clicking the Download Area tab. Incase of any problem, contact us straight away. Note: you must login to account using same registration info used when you placed the order.
Payment
1. How do I pay for the products?
You can pay through 2checkout or paypal. Please note that we do not accept money orders and cheque.
2. Will I be receiving a receipt for my purchase?
Yes, you receive an order confirmation e-mail for every purchase. The order confirmation e-mail is the receipt.
Support
1. How can I contact you?
Simply fill up the Contact Form to get in touch with us. We would love to hear from you and assist you.
2. How else can I get help?
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