Part of the Blueprints series, Blueprints Surgery provides a concise review of what students need to know in their surgery rotations or the Boards. Each chapter is brief and includes pedagogical features such as bolded key words, tables, figures, and key points boxes. This edition has been thoroughly updated and significantly expanded, with more detail and depth of coverage, additional tables and figures, and case studies. A question-and-answer section at the end of the book includes 100 board-format questions with complete rationales for each answer choice. A companion website includes a question bank containing an additional 50 questions and fully searchable text.

Designed as a quick read for both students on a plastic surgery rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty, Blueprints Plastic Surgery covers the essentials of plastic surgery that every practitioner will need to know. Pocket-sized and practical, this book covers the most common conditions students are likely to encounter. It focuses on the essential content students need to know during a rotation allowing for a fast, easy read. Blueprints Plastic Surgery provides an overview of basic techniques, as well as a concise review of the history, pathophysiology, diagnosis, and treatment of common problems facing plastic surgeons. Twenty-five multiple-choice review questions are included to help students test their understanding of the subject. The book also features valuable appendices on career and residency opportunities, and a handy reference list of commonly prescribed medications. Perfect for medical students -- physician assistants, nurse practitioners and related health professionals will also find Blueprints valuable.

One of the best selling and most highly regarded volumes in the Blueprints series, Blueprints Medicine provides a concise review of what students need to know in their rotations or the Boards. Each chapter is brief and includes pedagogical features such as bolded key words, tables, figures, and key points boxes. This edition has been reorganized to follow the Clerkship Directors in Internal Medicine guidelines and includes thoroughly updated content and additional tables and figures. A question-and-answer section at the end of the book includes 100 board-format questions with complete rationales for each answer choice. A companion website includes a question bank with 50 additional questions and answers and fully searchable text.

Blueprints Family Medicine, Third Edition provides students with a complete review of key concepts and topics and serves as a rapid reference during day-to-day activities in patient care—perfect for clerkship rotations and the USMLE. This edition has been completely updated while maintaining its succinct, organized, and concise style. 100 USMLE-style multiple-choice questions with full explanations Key Points at the end of each chapter summarize important information Updated Appendix of evidence-based resources Companion website offers access to fully searchable text plus an additional 50 USMLE-style questions with answers

Designed as a quick read for students on an orthopedics rotation and others who want to know more about the specialty, Blueprints Orthopedics covers the essentials that every student needs to know in a pocket-sized, practical reference. Coverage of each anatomic region begins with a concise overview of high-yield surgical and functional anatomy, followed by the physical examination, diagnostic evaluation, and treatment of common disorders that students are likely to encounter. Fifty multiple-choice review questions are included, plus appendices on career and residency opportunities, a handy reference list of commonly prescribed medications, and a glossary of key terms and tests.

Blueprints Neurology provides students with a complete review of the key topics and concepts—perfect for clerkship rotations and the USMLE. The fourth edition includes new diagnostic and treatment information, an updated appendix of evidence-based resources, and a question bank at the end of the book.

One of the best selling and most highly regarded volumes in the Blueprints series, Blueprints Pediatrics provides students with a concise review of what they need to know in their pediatrics rotation or the Boards. Each chapter is brief and includes pedagogical features such as bolded key words, tables, figures, and key points. A question and answer section at the end of the book presents 100 board-format questions with complete rationales. This edition includes full-color dermatology and infectious disease photographs and multicolored flow diagrams of congenital heart defects. A companion Website includes a question bank and fully searchable text.

Wolters Kluwers is dedicated to providing quality content. This is a reprint of the Seventh Edition, corrected to address typographical errors identified by reviewers. Clinical high-yield content covers what you need to know for the USMLE, shelf exam, and your Obstetrics & Gynecology rotation This best-selling Blueprints title is an ideal resource for the obstetrics and gynecology rotation and board preparation. This is the perfect companion for quick study breaks during rotation downtime, with concise chapters that appeal to students who want a review of key concepts, research, and therapies in today's practice. Blueprints are also utilized by students in physician assistant, nurse practitioner, and osteopathic programs, as well as residents preparing for USMLE Step 3. Features include: Expanded coverage of topics, evidence-based research, therapies, and the latest changes in the management of cervical dysplasia and cervical cancer screening, abnormal uterine bleeding, hypertension in pregnancy, cervical insufficiency, prenatal diagnosis, and preterm labor. Updates on the latest techniques in contraception, sterilization, and hormone replacement, as well as current treatment options for uterine fibroids and ovarian cysts. Updated tables and figures that improve student's assimilation and retention of information. Case-based clinical vignette questions at the end of each chapter help you review the material and prepare for exams. New and updated board-style questions, with full explanations of both correct and incorrect options, increase understanding.

Detailed answer explanations, 200 brand new questions, and a handy pocket size make the 2nd edition of Blueprints Q&A Step 2 Pediatrics critical to your success on the USMLE. Thoroughly reviewed by students who recently passed the boards, this book is perfect for use during clerkships, board, shelf, or end–of–rotation exam review.

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.