Toughest interview season for USMLE | Real challenges YOU need to know | Is USMLE worth it?

Welcome back to the channel! Today's video is a deep dive into the unforeseen challenges and realities of the USMLE journey. 🏥✈️ I discuss why this year's interview invitations have been unexpectedly scarce, despite strong profiles and high Step 2 scores and try to analyze the often-undiscussed elements like connections, luck, and new ERAS rules that are influencing interview invites. If you found this video insightful, please like and subscribe for more content. Your support helps me continue sharing valuable experiences and advice for the USMLE journey. 👍 FIRST TIME HERE? Welcome to my channel! 🌟 Join me, Ujjwal Soni, a recent grad from the University College of Medical Sciences, New Delhi, as I chase my American residency dream. 🩺🇺🇸 Come along as I tackle the highs and lows of the USMLE, sharing study tips, personal stories, and insights into medical education. TIMELINE 00:00 Intro 02:17 Increased Competition 03:07 Signals 04:29 New ERAS Interview Rule 05:10 VISA Sponsorship 06:02 New ERAS Application 07:13 Recommendations 09:55 Luck GET IN TOUCH Instagram: /drujjwalsoni Twitter: /drujjwalsoni Email: [email protected] --------------- #usmle #USCE #internalmedicine #usmlesteps #usmlestep1 #usmlestep2ck #unitedstatesclinicalexperience #usmlestep3 #usmleforinidans #whatisusmle #usmlestep2 #clinicalrotations #observership #usmlepreparation #usmleprep #usmlestep #usmlecoaching #usmlecourse

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My USMLE Match Story | Journey, Struggles, Mistakes and Program Reveal

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CHOSEN ONE! SOMEONE IN A SUIT JUST ASKED "WHO TRAINED THEM?" ...NOBODY DID. THAT'S THE MYSTERY

HOW I STUDIED FOR STEP 2 CK + SCORE REVEAL!
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HOW I STUDIED FOR STEP 2 CK + SCORE REVEAL!

US Clinical Experience Masterclass | How to find and apply to USCE | USMLE | Ujjwal Soni
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US Clinical Experience Masterclass | How to find and apply to USCE | USMLE | Ujjwal Soni

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Alan M Garber, President of Harvard University

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The NEW USMLE: The HIDDEN Cost of Becoming a Doctor in America (2026)
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The NEW USMLE: The HIDDEN Cost of Becoming a Doctor in America (2026)

Scoring High in USMLE Step 3 | Everything you need to KNOW | Dr Ujjwal Soni
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Scoring High in USMLE Step 3 | Everything you need to KNOW | Dr Ujjwal Soni

5 USCE Mistakes you need to AVOID | How to fetch EXCELLENT letter of Recommendations | Ujjwal Soni
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5 USCE Mistakes you need to AVOID | How to fetch EXCELLENT letter of Recommendations | Ujjwal Soni

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How I Scored 281 on Step 2 (100th percentile) USMLE exam

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6 Steps I'd Follow as an IMG Doctor in 2026 (Real Roadmap)

My Cleveland Observership Experience | USCE Tips & Insights | A day in life as an observer | USMLE
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My Cleveland Observership Experience | USCE Tips & Insights | A day in life as an observer | USMLE

🏆 "48% of IMGs Matched in Canada — Is It Really That Hard?" (ft. Dr. Karan Gupta)
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🏆 "48% of IMGs Matched in Canada — Is It Really That Hard?" (ft. Dr. Karan Gupta)

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The Ultimate Guide To Become a Doctor in Australia (2025) | AMC Exams, Residency, Salary & Lifestyle
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The AI Skills Nobody is Teaching (And Everyone Needs) | AI Expert Ethan Mollick
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The AI Skills Nobody is Teaching (And Everyone Needs) | AI Expert Ethan Mollick

The Ultimate USMLE Strategies for Step 1 & 2 | Part 1: The Pizza Strategy for 3 in 1 Uworld Pass
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The Ultimate USMLE Strategies for Step 1 & 2 | Part 1: The Pizza Strategy for 3 in 1 Uworld Pass

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