Case Files: Gross Anatomy - Softcover

Toy, Eugene C.; Ross, Lawrence M.; Cleary, Leonard J.; Papasakelariou, Cristo

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0071437797 ISBN 13: 9780071437790

Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical, 2005

Synopsis

This book presents real-Life clinical cases for the basic sciences and USMLE Step 1. Clinical correlations are increasingly emphasized in the teaching of basic medical science. Students, therefore, need exposure to clinical cases to pass course exams and ace the USMLE Step 1. This book presents 49 real-life clinical cases illustrating essential concepts in gross anatomy. Each case includes an easy-to-understand discussion correlated to key basic science concepts, definitions of key terms, anatomical pearls, and USMLE-style review questions. This interactive learning system helps you to learn instead of memorize.This book presents 49 clinical cases correlated to high-yield anatomy concepts; anatomical pearls highlight key points; USMLE-style comprehension questions with each case; and, primer on how to approach the basic sciences. Proven learning system improves exam scores. 'This book covers the extent of the subject of anatomy - from the details of gross anatomy to clinical correlations and pearls. Organized into clinical cases, it is a fun and quick read' - Stacy Ugras, 3rd year medical student, Weill Medical College of Cornell University. '...Fantastic preparation for anatomy practical exams. It's also a fantastic study tool for Step 1 prep! Learning on a cadaver helps you understand anatomy in 3-D. "Case Files: Gross Anatomy" will help you understand that anatomy and how you'll use it in real clinical practice' - Brad Miller, 3rd year medical student, Weill Medical College of Cornell University. McGraw-Hill Professional LANGE Publishing for medical students since 1938.

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From the Back Cover

REAL-LIFE CLINICAL CASES for the Basic Sciences and USMLE Step 1

Clinical correlations are increasingly emphasized in the teaching of basic medical science. Students, therefore, need exposure to clinical cases to pass course exams and ace the USMLE Step 1. This book presents 49 real-life clinical cases illustrating essential concepts in gross anatomy. Each case includes an easy-to-understand discussion correlated to key basic science concepts, definitions of key terms, anatomical pearls, and USMLE-style review questions. This interactive learning system helps you to learn instead of memorize.

• 49 clinical cases correlated to high-yield anatomy concepts
• Anatomical Pearls highlight key points
• USMLE-style comprehension questions with each case
• Primer on how to approach the basic sciences
• Proven learning system improves exam scores

"This book covers the extent of the subject of anatomy- from the details of gross anatomy to clinical correlations and pearls. Organized into clinical cases, it is a fun and quick read."
--Stacy Ugras, 3rd year medical student, Weill Medical College of Cornell University

"...Fantastic preparation for anatomy practical exams. It's also a fantastic study tool for Step 1 prep...Learning on a cadaver helps you understand anatomy in 3-D; Case Files: Gross Anatomy will help you understand that anatomy and how you’ll use it in real clinical practice."
--Brad Miller, 3rd year medical student, Weill Medical College of Cornell University

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About the Author

Eugene C. Toy, MD is a dual certified family physician and ob/gyn and is Academic Chief and Program Director for the Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas. He also oversees the ob/gyn clerkship at Christus-St. Joseph Hospital and is actively involved in teaching medical students. Assistant Course Director & Clerkship Director Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology University of Texas—Houston Medical School Director of Ultrasound Christus St. Joseph Ob/Gyn Residency Program Houston, TX

Edition details

• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0071437797
• ISBN 13: 9780071437790
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 455