All you need to know about the USMLE

All you need to know about the USMLE :

In this article, we will try to collect the most frequently asked questions about the USMLE, so that you can have a complete idea of ​​this route and compare it with any other plans that are suitable for you.

What is the USMLE exam?

The USMLE exam is an acronym for (United States Medical Licensing Examination), which is several tests or steps intended to obtain a permit to practice the human medicine profession in America and some countries, and it consists of 3 main steps (USMLE Step 1 – USMLE Step 2 CK – USMLE Step 3) Where the doctor is tested to confirm his scientific and practical medical level.

What is the benefit of the USMLE exam?

 The main purpose of the USMLE exam is to obtain a permit to practice the medical profession in the USA and some countries, and there are more advantages as well, the most important of which is the strong scientific addition, which distinguishes you on the scientific level or even on the job level because it is the strongest certificate in medicine indeed, and we wrote a full article about the advantages of the American board certification  that you can read on the blog.

How do I register for the USMLE test?

There are somr conditions in order to be able to register for the USMLE exam, which are:

1.Your college should be on the World Directory of Medical Schools website

2.You must possess a valid Passport.

3.Visa or Master Card to pay the required fees upon registration.

 After meeting the previous conditions, you can register for the USMLE exam in the following steps:

First: Obtaining an ECFMG ID, which is an identification number for each doctor

Second: Obtaining ECFMG Certification, which is online and notary cam submission 

Third: Applying for the USMLE Exam Application

 we have prepared a complete article to explain in detail the method of applying for the USMLE exam, and it contains an explanation of all these steps with pictures, step by step, from starting until booking the exam date.

USMLE exam dates?

USMLE exam dates in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, or anywhere are available at any time throughout the year, except for official holidays such as the beginning of the calendar year in January (Christmas). Other than that, exams are available throughout the year. There is no problem. The idea is that you should book your exam 3 months prior to its date, it is called the Eligibility period, and after that, you choose a day to test during these three months, and this will be done through the Prometric website.

USMLE Exam Venues?

 There are many places for the USMLE exam, and they are found in most Arab countries, including Egypt, Jordan, the Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Qatar, Lebanon, and others.

USMLE exam locations in Egypt

 There are two places for the USMLE exam in Egypt: the first is in AMIDEAST in Dokki, Giza Governorate, and the second is in the American Center in Alexandria Governorate.

We mentioned Egypt as an example, but you can find the USMLE exam locations in any country you want through the Prometric website and choose the country, and it shows you the places where the exam is available.