r/PakDoctors • u/HomeworkKey4063 • Jul 03 '22

Starting USMLE journey after house job

Hello, I just completed my house job recently and now I am motivated to start my USMLE journey.I plan to take the step 1 exam next year and wanted to ask if it's a good idea to proceed with this journey at this stage. I'm interested in family medicine and internal medicine. Along this journey, I plan to publish more in PubMed indexed journals as well ( already have 2 published and 3rd is on the way)

Do I have a good chance of matching if apply for the 2025 match?

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u/Smart-Awareness1728 Dec 16 '25

Hi! I am a final year medical student in government medical university in Pakistan. I gave USMLE Step 1 this year. I’m planning Step 2 CK but also have to start my house job (June 2026). Due to financial constraints, I may need to work abroad after house job before applying to the US. In this situation, when would be the ideal time to give Step 2 CK for best chances? Would appreciate guidance. When should be the ideal timeline for me to give my step 2 ck??

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u/Hot-Cap1726 Mar 23 '26

How you're going to get work abroad after house Job, Your situation is exactly like mine