SMLE Subjects — Study by Medical Specialty

The SMLE covers a broad range of medical specialties. Focus your preparation on the subjects that matter most to your score.

Core SMLE Subjects

Internal Medicine

Cardiology, pulmonology, nephrology, endocrinology, gastroenterology, and more.

Surgery

General surgery, orthopedics, urology, vascular surgery, and surgical emergencies.

Pediatrics

Neonatology, growth and development, pediatric infectious diseases, and genetics.

Obstetrics & Gynecology

Antenatal care, labor management, gynecological conditions, and reproductive health.

Psychiatry

Mood disorders, psychosis, anxiety, substance abuse, and child psychiatry.

Family Medicine

Preventive medicine, chronic disease management, and community health.

ENT & Ophthalmology

Common ear, nose, throat, and eye conditions tested in the SMLE.

Dermatology

Skin disorders, dermatological emergencies, and clinical dermatology.

How to Study SMLE Subjects Effectively

1

Identify Weak Areas

Use analytics to find which subjects need the most attention.

2

Focused Practice

Create custom sessions filtered by specific subjects and topics.

3

Review Explanations

Read evidence-based explanations to build lasting understanding.

4

Track Progress

Monitor improvement over time with subject-level accuracy charts.

Start Studying by Subject

Create your account and begin targeted practice on the subjects you need most.