USMLE Step 2 Content
- Content OutlineAll USMLE examinations are constructed from an integrated content outline, which organizes content according to general principles and individual organ systems. Test questions are classified into one of 18 major categories, depending on whether they focus on concepts and principles that are applicable across organ systems or within individual organ systems.
Find more USMLE study tools
The USC Libraries have ebooks, interactive question banks and other study materials for USMLE. The materials on this page are just a selection. Search the library catalog for a variety of keywords (USMLE; Step 1; Step 2; CS, CK; names of the systems or specialties included in your specific exam; etc.) to discover more, and contact the library for more help finding specific materials.
Question Banks
- Exam Master Online This link opens in a new window
- BoardVitals This link opens in a new windowExam Prep for Nursing, Advanced Practice Nursing, Medical, and Dentistry.
Use your @usc.edu e-mail address and register as a Nurse/Advance Practice Nurse or Medical Student to gain access.
- USMLE Easy This link opens in a new windowA web-based USMLE exam prep platform with timed and untimed practice modes and simulated test that replicates the official test and its conditions.
- USMLE Easy Create an account Link This link opens in a new windowUse this link to create your USMLEasy account using your @usc.edu email (USC NetID).
- Case Files Collection
Complete collection of Toy Case files, covering all disciplines. Includes interactive questions at the end of each case. Must create free personal account to access questions.
Case Files
eBooks
First Aid Cases for the USMLE Step 2 CKCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Upper Level, W 18.2 F526 2010
First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CK, Ninth EditionPublication Date: 2015
First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CSPublication Date: 2014
Test-Taking Strategies for the USMLE STEP 2 Exam: Proven Methods to Succeed by ISBN: 9781264258758Publication Date: 2023-01-12
Thieme Review for the USMLE®: a WIN for Step 2 and 3 CK by ISBN: 9781626239258Publication Date: 2021-03-26
USMLE Step 2 Clinical Skills TriagePublication Date: 2010
USMLE Step 2 SecretsCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Reserve, WB 18.2 O18u 2014ISBN: 9780323188142
Print Books
Brochert's Crush Step 2Call Number: Norris Medical Library, Reserve, WB 18.2 B863c 2013ISBN: 1455703117
Clinical Vignettes for the USMLE Step 2 CKCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Upper Level, W 18.2 C6412 2009
Deja review. USMLE step 2 CKCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Upper Level, WB 18.2 D326 2010ISBN: 9780071627160
Master the Boards USMLE Step 2 CKCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Reserve, WB 18.2 F529m 2017Publication Date: 2017
Kaplan Medical USMLE Step 2 CK QbookCall Number: Norris Medical Library, Upper Level, W 18.2 U868 2011ISBN: 1609782267
