General Surgery Examination and Board Review

The BEST way to prepare for the General Surgery Boards and ABSITE

Ideal for both written and oral board prep, General Surgery Examination and Board Review is the perfect way to prepare for your certification exams. Updated with new questions, this second edition reflects the latest clinical advances and mirrors the latest exams. The effective case-based approach helps sharpen clinical decision-making skills and gives the content real-world relevance. Each chapter opens with a clinical case and is followed by Q&A related to that particular case. This high-yield review also includes detailed evidenced-based answer explanations and references to facilitate more in-depth study.

• 700+ questions with detailed answer explanations
• Topics mirror the exam blueprint to ensure you are studying the most relevant material as possible
• Enables you to incorporate the proven benefits of case-based review into general surgery board preparation
• An essential resource for general surgery residents, practicing surgeons preparing for recertification, and medical students
• Includes chapters on timely topics such as ethical/legal issues, robotic-assisted surgery, end-of-life care and surgical nutrition
• Coverage reflects the latest clinical advances so you can incorporate this information into your exam preparation or daily practice

Robert B. Lim, MD, FACS, FASMBS, is Associate Professor of Surgery, Resident Program Director, and Vice-Chair of Education, Department of Surgery, The University of Oklahoma–Tulsa.

Daniel B. Jones, MD, FACS, is Professor of Surgery, Harvard Medical School; Vice Chair of Surgery, Office of Technology and Innovation; Chief, Minimally Invasive Surgical Services; and Director of the Bariatric Program, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center.