If you want to get more strategic about your CV this year, start with skills that compound . Not all courses, certificates, or side projects are equal. The highest-yield ones don’t just “look good” they make everything else you do easier, faster, and higher quality: research, audits, QIPs, teaching, and even non-clinical work. Below are some high-yield skill-building opportunities you can start this week , especially if you’re a medical student or junior doctor trying to be more intentional...

Preparing for the USMLE exams is never easy. Doing it while working full-time  adds a whole new level of complexity, but it is  possible—with the right approach, consistency, and flexibility. Here’s how I balanced clinical duties and Step 2 CK prep. Why I chose to take Step 2 CK during foundation years After finishing my medical degree and having passed Step 1, I knew that sitting Step 2 CK was the next necessary step. I preferred to get Step 2 done as close as possible to finishing medical...

As of August 14, 2025 , the ECFMG is officially transitioning all USMLE-related services to the MyIntealth portal , marking the end of an era—and the beginning of a more structured, less forgiving system. While MyIntealth promises clarity and efficiency, it also removes the flexibility that many relied on, particularly when juggling complex timelines across Step 1, Step 2, and medical credentialing. Let’s break it down. Old USMLE system by ECFMG: the multitasker This was a system that...