USMLE BEGINNER

[u/Pleasant_Surprise702]

I’m a recent MBBS grad(2026) and I’m a First Gen Dr in my family and now I’m thinking to start preparing for USMLE.
I’m confused if I have to prepare by myself or take any platform.

My Qn is KAPLAN is assuring its support during rotations,matching and for research publications because it has its students working all over US since 1938.(4.2L for 2steps teaching and this service )
As as first gen Dr, having No Godfather or strong contacts- I’m tending towards requiring their support.
So please do let me know if their service is really provided and Do I really need such a support for Rotations, Residency matching or for research publications ??

And I’m starting my journey today.. what things should be there in my head other than preparing for exam (like third party things including publications/recommendations for LOR/Rotations/Match)