As a DO student applying to IM, should I take USMLE Step 2?

[Inquiringmind24]

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So here's the deal. I'm a 3rd year DO student and I decided that I want to apply to allopathic IM programs with plans to pursue a fellowship (not sure in what yet). Along with COMLEX, I took USLME Step 1 and scored a 230. Being that my step 1 score wasn't too bad, would it be worth my while to take USMLE Step 2 when applying to allopathic IM programs? Or should I just plan on calling program directors and asking them? Any advice would be appreciated since I'm not thrilled about spending another $500 on another exam. Thanks.

 

[Old_Mil]

So here's the deal. I'm a 3rd year DO student and I decided that I want to apply to allopathic IM programs with plans to pursue a fellowship (not sure in what yet). Along with COMLEX, I took USLME Step 1 and scored a 230. Being that my step 1 score wasn't too bad, would it be worth my while to take USMLE Step 2 when applying to allopathic IM programs? Or should I just plan on calling program directors and asking them? Any advice would be appreciated since I'm not thrilled about spending another $500 on another exam. Thanks.

Given how unresponsive the AOA is to the desires of its membership, and how poorly it is safeguarding the future of the DO degree, it can't hurt to have a complete set of USMLE exams and allopathic specialty certification on your resume regardless of the specialty you choose.