Prescription for the Boards USMLE Step 2, 3rd Edition » (3rd Edition)

Kate C. Feibusch MD, MPH

A new edition targeted especially for third year medical students after completing clinical rotations and before taking the USMLE Step 2. This popular review book includes recent changes in the exam, a general updating of the content, and more illustrations. Chapters contain high-yield review of material commonly tested on Step 2, organized by body system. The different disorders described in the text are presented in an icon and template system that consists of signs and symptoms; labs; diagnosis; and, treatment and prevention. Last chapter provides an ultra high-yield summary of the material in each chapter.

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Written to help medical students hone their test-taking skills and prepare for the USMLE Step 2 exams, this study guide offers advice and practice exercises on every subject listed in the exam outline. The information is arranged by the type of disorder, anatomical system, and specialty of practice. Key facts are highlighted, patient-oriented descriptions focus the reader's attention on essential information, and "cram pages" offer mnemonic devices for quick memorization. The authors are practicing physicians and recent graduates of the University of California's medical schools in San Francisco and San Diego. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR