Step 2 CS (Clinical Skills)

Step 2 CS (Clinical Skills) is a practical exam where medical students demonstrate their ability to gather patient information, perform physical examinations, and communicate effectively. They interact with standardized patients—actors trained to simulate real cases—while showing professionalism, empathy, and clear clinical reasoning. The exam assesses skills like taking medical histories, conducting exams, and discussing diagnoses or treatment plans confidently and compassionately, ensuring future physicians can deliver safe and effective patient care in real-world settings.