Author : Janesh Gupta
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 305 pages
File Size : 32,39 MB
Release : 2014-12-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0429586620
You've read your textbook and your course notes. Now you need to apply your knowledge to real-life clinical situations.The problem-solving approach of Core Clinical Cases guides you to think of the patient as a whole, rather than as a sequence of unconnected symptoms. With its emphasis on everyday practice strongly linked to underlying theory, the
Author : Janesh K Gupta
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 172 pages
File Size : 10,83 MB
Release : 2011-09-30
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1444122851
You've read your textbook and your course notes. Now you need to apply your knowledge to real life clinical situations. The problem-solving approach of Core Clinical Cases guides you to think of the patient as a whole, rather than as a sequence of unconnected symptoms. With its emphasis on everyday practice strongly linked to underlying theory, the series integrates your knowledge with the realities of managing clinical problems, and provides a basis for developing sound analytical and confident decision-making skills. The core areas of undergraduate study are covered in a logical sequence of learning activities; the same questions are asked of each clinical case, followed by detailed explanatory answers. OSCE counselling cases, with related questions and answers, also feature in each section. Key concepts and important information are highlighted, and the reader-friendly layout reflects exactly the type of question you will encounter, making these volumes the perfect revision aid for all types of case-based examination. The Obstetrics and Gynaecology volume, fully revised and updated in this third edition, focuses on the following topics: * Early pregnancy problems * Pregnancy dating and fetal growth * Late pregnancy problems * Labour * Medical disorders of pregnancy * Puerperium * Abnormal uterine bleeding * Amenorrhoea and menopause * Incontinence and prolapse * Neoplasia * Discharge and pain* Infertility * Fertility control Volumes in the Core Clinical Cases series remain absolutely invaluable in the run up to clinical, written or OSCE examinations, and ideal course companions for all undergraduate medical students at various stages in their clinical training.
Author : Steve Bain
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 353 pages
File Size : 25,17 MB
Release : 2006-03-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0340816708
You've read your textbook and your course notes. Now you need to apply your knowledge to real life clinical situations. Core Clinical Cases guides you to think of the patient as a whole, rather than as a sequence of unconnected symptoms. With its practical approach strongly linked to underlying theory, the series integrates your knowledge with the realities of managing clinical problems, and provides a basis for developing problem-solving skills. The core areas of undergraduate study are covered in a logical sequence of learning activities: each case is followed by a detailed answer, along with a number of OSCE-style questions to help you practise for the exam. Related OSCE counselling style questions and answers also feature at the end of each section. Key concepts and important information are highlighted, and the reader-friendly layout reflects exactly the type of question you will encounter, making the perfect revision aid for all types of case-based examination. The comprehensive volume, General Medicine and Surgery, focuses on the following topics: Diabetes Endocrinology Rheumatology Renal medicine Cardiology Care of the Elderly Respiratory Medicine Gastrointestinal medicine General Surgery The Core Clinical Cases series is absolutely invaluable in the run up to clinical, written or OSCE examinations, and an essential revision aid for all undergraduate medical students at various stages in their clinical training. Steve Bain MA MD FRCP Professor of Medicine (Diabetes), University of Wales, Swansea & Honorary Consultant Physician, Swansea NHS Trust, Singleton Hospital, Swansea, UK Janesh K. Gupta MSc MD FRCOG Clinical Senior Lecturer & Honorary Consultant in Obstetrics and Gynaecology, University of Birmingham, Birmingham Women's Hospital, UK
Author : Janesh K Gupta
Publisher : CRC Press
Page : 313 pages
File Size : 10,59 MB
Release : 2014-12-12
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1444179977
You’ve read your textbook and your course notes. Now you need to apply your knowledge to real-life clinical situations. The problem-solving approach of Core Clinical Cases guides you to think of the patient as a whole, rather than as a sequence of unconnected symptoms. With its emphasis on everyday practice strongly linked to underlying theory, the series integrates your knowledge with the realities of managing clinical problems, and provides a basis for developing sound analytical and confident decision-making skills. The core areas of undergraduate study are covered in a logical sequence of learning activities: the same questions are asked of each clinical case, followed by detailed explanatory answers. OSCE counselling cases, with related questions and answers, also feature in each section. Key concepts and important information are highlighted, and the reader-friendly layout reflects exactly the type of question you will encounter, making these volumes the perfect revision aid for all types of case-based examination. The Surgery and Surgical Specialties volume, fully revised and updated in this second edition, focuses on the following topics: General surgery ENT Ophthalmology Trauma and orthopaedic surgery Urology Volumes in the Core Clinical Cases series remain absolutely invaluable in the run up to clinical, written or OSCE examinations, and ideal course companions for all undergraduate medical students at various stages in their clinical training.
Author : Manoj Ramachandran
Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
Page : 568 pages
File Size : 31,83 MB
Release : 2011-11-18
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0702048275
This book of over 140 cases is designed for candidates preparing for all surgical examinations, whether at undergraduate, postgraduate or exit examination level. It will demystify and simplify the clinical assessment of surgical cases and provides invaluable advice on how to achieve success. The text includes top tips, acronyms and up-to-date summaries of current practice based on the authors’ personal experience of surgical examinations. Cases are graded in terms of likely appearance in the examinations. Top tips emphasize specific subjects which cause confusion. The text provides advice on the most appropriate time to finish an examination. Examples of the common procedures and props that come up in the skill-based examination format are included. This fully revised Second Edition is now in colour and includes photographs of key manoeuvres performed during specific surgical examination routines Includes a new section on communication skills A new co-author in academic surgery joins the project.
Author : Stephen Parker
Publisher : Scion Publishing Ltd
Page : 277 pages
File Size : 27,76 MB
Release : 2015-03-31
Category : Medical
ISBN : 1787790142
Eureka: General Surgery and Urology is an innovative book for medical students that fully integrates core science, clinical medicine and surgery. The book benefits from an engaging and authoritative text, written by specialists in the field, and has several key features to help you really understand the subject: Chapter starter questions - to get you thinking about the topic before you start reading Break out boxes which contain essential key knowledge Clinical cases to help you understand the material in a clinical context Unique graphic narratives which are especially useful for visual learners End of chapter answers to the starter questions A final self-assessment chapter of Single Best Answers to really help test and reinforce your knowledge The book starts with the First Principles chapter which clearly explains key concepts such as assessment of the patient fitness for surgery, patient consent and pain management. The Clinical Essentials chapter provides an overview of the symptoms and signs of surgical disease, investigations and management options. A series of disease-based chapters briefly describe, by system, relevant structure and function, history and examination and main surgical presentations, each chapter introduced by engaging clinical cases that feature unique graphic narratives. The Emergencies chapter covers the principles of immediate care in situations such as acute appendicitis. Finally, the Self-Assessment chapter comprises 80 multiple choice questions in clinical Single Best Answer format, to thoroughly test your understanding of the subject. The Eureka series of books are designed to be a 'one stop shop': they contain all the key information you need to know to succeed in your studies and pass your exams.
Author : Peter F. Lawrence
Publisher :
Page : 460 pages
File Size : 45,96 MB
Release : 1992
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780683048698
Text and Essentials of Surgical Specialties, Second Edition Package
Author : Peter F. Lawrence
Publisher : Williams & Wilkins
Page : 514 pages
File Size : 39,64 MB
Release : 2000
Category : Medical
ISBN : 9780683301342
Now in its revised Second Edition, Essentials of Surgical Specialties provides students with the essentials necessary to help students learn and, most importantly, retain the clinical foundations in surgical specialties. Designed to meet the needs of third- and fourth-year medical students going through surgery rotations, the Second Edition provides authoritative coverage on the basics and focuses on problems students may face during their clerkship. Organized by specialty, each chapter provides the basic skills needed in each of the nine core rotations and ends with a set of study questions relating to the topic at hand. Numerous references are included throughout the text for those wishing to explore a topic in-depth.
Author : Justin B. Dimick
Publisher : Lippincott Williams & Wilkins
Page : 673 pages
File Size : 11,71 MB
Release : 2012-09-26
Category : Medical
ISBN : 145117845X
Clinical Scenarios in Surgery: Decision Making and Operative Technique presents 125 cases in all areas of general surgery: GI, breast, hepatobiliary, colorectal, cardiothoracic, endocrine, vascular, trauma, pediatric, critical care, and transplant. Each full-color case begins with a patient presentation and proceeds through differential diagnosis, diagnosis and treatment, surgical procedures, postoperative management, and a case conclusion. Each case includes key technical steps, potential pitfalls, take-home points, and suggested readings. The patient stories in these clinical scenarios provide context to faciliate learning the principles of safe surgical care. This book will be particularly useful for senior surgical residents and recent graduates as they prepare for the American Board of Surgery oral examination.
Author : Niket Sonpal
Publisher : McGraw Hill Professional
Page : 336 pages
File Size : 31,40 MB
Release : 2015-06-05
Category : Medical
ISBN : 0071829156
Your Secret Weapon for Mastering the USMLE Step 3 How prepared are you for the new USMLE Step 3? Are you worried about answering questions on basic science concepts? Uncertain about managing the clock in CCS cases? Unprepared to answer questions on general surgery topics? This book is the balm. Created by bestselling author and lecturer Dr. Conrad Fischer and Dr. Niket Sonpal, General Surgery: Correlations & Clinical Scenarios provides an entertaining and comprehensive review of internal medicine topics on the USMLE Step 3. Progressive clinical cases--embedded with meaningful foundational science correlations and CCS exam tips--ensure that you're prepared for the new USMLE Step 3. Features: 100 general surgery cases with Q&A provide practice for the multiple-choice exam component of the USMLE Step 3 Embedded basic science correlations prepare you to answer foundational science questions Integrated CCS navigation tips prepare you to handle Computer-based Case Simulations (CCS cases) High-yield coverage of core surgery topics frequently tested on the USMLE Step 3
