USMLE Step 1 & 2
USMLE® test prep made simple
Osmosis provides you with a complete USMLE prep system using videos, questions, and flashcards so you truly understand the material.
High scores come from mastering the material
With Osmosis, you don’t just memorize. You actually understand. So your practice pays off when it matters most.
Break it down with videos
Short, illustrated videos make tough concepts finally click so your USMLE test prep sticks
Lock it in with practice
Quizzes and USMLE test prep-style questions test your understanding of key concepts and clinical applications
Remember when it counts
Our USMLE Step 1 & Step 2 test prep flashcards build recall that lasts using spaced repetition
Introducing Osmosis AI, a conversational study companion built directly into Osmosis to support you throughout your medical training. Now available with MD, DO, PA, and Healthcare Professional subscriptions.
With you at every step of USMLE prep
From Step 1 basics to Step 2 clinical reasoning, you’ll have what you need to study smarter.
Cut through the noise
Playlists curated to Step 1 and Step 2 keep you focused. So you’re not wasting time guessing what matters.
Master tough conditions
Pathology Review videos break down tricky Step 1 conditions so they stick — and stay with you on test day.
Think like a clinician
Decision-making trees walk you through diagnoses and management, so you can build the Step 2 reasoning skills you need.
Practice with purpose
Create custom quizzes from Step 1 and Step 2-style practice questions — each with detailed explanations so you understand the why.
Tools to keep you on track
Stay focused. Stay steady. And walk into exam day ready.
Study Schedule
Never wonder what to study next
Set your USMLE date and your pace. You’ll get a personalized schedule that helps you cover everything in time.
Mobile App
Turn downtime into USMLE prep time
Make every spare minute count. Squeeze in a quick review between classes or during your commute.
Future doctors like you
prep with Osmosis
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Osmosis is a valuable resource in my medical studies. It simplifies complex topics into concise, visually supported summaries that are easy to retain. My favorite feature is the decision-making tree, which provides a clear and practical framework for clinical reasoning. This tool allows me to review essential concepts efficiently and effectively.
Andrea Taylor
Med student
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Osmosis is a game-changer for medical students, making complex topics easy to grasp with its engaging, bite-sized animations. These videos aren’t just lessons‚ They’re the building blocks of a rock-solid medical foundation.
Utkarsh Katiyar
Medical student
Get more A’s to your Q’s.
Is Osmosis enough for Step 1 after it became pass/fail?
Many medical students use the Osmosis platform to prepare for USMLE Step 1 because it combines high-yield videos, quizzes, flashcards, and integrates spaced repetition-based tools to reinforce foundational medical science concepts.
Should I use Osmosis before or after a dedicated question bank?
Many students use Osmosis early in the study process to learn concepts through videos and quizzes, then reinforce that knowledge along with additional question bank practice during dedicated board exam preparation.
How many hours per day should I study for Step 1?
Medical students typically study several hours per day for USMLE Step 1 and often increase study time during theIR dedicated study period. The Osmosis study schedule tool can help organize daily review and support you in maintaining consistent progress.
Is Osmosis good for Step 2 CK?
Clinical science content in the Osmosis platform supports Step 2 CK preparation by reinforcing diagnosis, patient management, and case-based reasoning needed for the exam.
Does Osmosis follow the USMLE content outline?
Learning content in the Osmosis platform is organized around major medical systems and foundational sciences that correspond to topics tested in the USMLE content outline.
Show up ready for the USMLE
Prep smarter, not harder — with videos, flashcards, and quizzes all in one place.