Kaplan USMLE® Step 2 On Demand (2017–2018)

Comprehensive USMLE Step 2 CK Preparation Program

Kaplan USMLE Step 2 On Demand (2017–2018) is a self-paced board preparation course designed to help medical students prepare for the USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge (CK) examination. The program combines extensive video lectures, clinical science review materials, practice questions, specialty assessments, and structured study plans covering the major disciplines tested on Step 2 CK.

Course Features

• On-Demand Video Lectures
• Clinical Science Review
• Specialty-Based Learning Modules
• Comprehensive Lecture Notes
• Diagnostic Assessments
• Practice Questions & Quizzes
• Full-Length Simulated Exams
• Personalized Study Plans
• Self-Paced Learning Format

Course Overview

Kaplan’s On Demand platform allows students to study anytime and review clinical concepts at their own pace. The curriculum focuses on high-yield material commonly tested on the USMLE Step 2 CK examination, emphasizing clinical reasoning, diagnosis, management, and patient care across major medical specialties.

The course is designed to reinforce knowledge gained during clinical rotations while helping students identify weaknesses through assessments and practice questions.

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this program, learners should be able to:

• Apply clinical reasoning to patient scenarios.
• Improve diagnostic and management skills.
• Strengthen knowledge of core clinical disciplines.
• Identify high-yield concepts tested on Step 2 CK.
• Develop effective test-taking strategies.
• Improve performance on NBME and USMLE-style questions.
• Build a structured preparation plan for Step 2 CK.

Major Subjects Covered

Internal Medicine

• Cardiology
• Pulmonology
• Gastroenterology
• Nephrology
• Endocrinology
• Rheumatology
• Infectious Diseases
• Hematology & Oncology

Surgery

• General Surgery
• Trauma
• Perioperative Care
• Surgical Emergencies
• Postoperative Management

Pediatrics

• Neonatology
• Developmental Disorders
• Pediatric Emergencies
• Common Pediatric Diseases

Obstetrics & Gynecology

• Prenatal Care
• Labor & Delivery
• Gynecologic Disorders
• Reproductive Health

Psychiatry

• Mood Disorders
• Anxiety Disorders
• Psychotic Disorders
• Substance Use Disorders

Neurology

• Stroke
• Seizure Disorders
• Headache Disorders
• Neurodegenerative Diseases

Family Medicine & Preventive Care

• Screening Guidelines
• Preventive Medicine
• Ambulatory Care
• Health Maintenance

Epidemiology & Ethics

• Biostatistics
• Evidence-Based Medicine
• Medical Ethics
• Patient Safety

Educational Benefits

Video-Based Learning

• Expert Faculty Lectures
• High-Yield Clinical Review
• Flexible Self-Study Access

Assessment Tools

• Diagnostic Exams
• Specialty Assessments
• Progress Tracking

Board Preparation Resources

• Structured Study Schedule
• Clinical Lecture Notes
• Practice Questions
• Simulated Exams

Target Audience

This course is ideal for:

• Medical Students Preparing for USMLE Step 2 CK
• International Medical Graduates (IMGs)
• Clinical Clerkship Students
• Medical Graduates Seeking Residency Placement

Why This Course Stands Out

✔ Self-Paced Learning Environment

✔ Comprehensive Clinical Sciences Coverage

✔ High-Yield Step 2 CK Review

✔ Specialty-Based Assessments

✔ Video Lectures by Expert Faculty

✔ Clinical Reasoning Focus

✔ Integrated Practice Questions

✔ Structured Study Planning

✔ Full-Length Simulated Exams

✔ Designed Specifically for USMLE Step 2 CK Preparation