Latha Ganti

The best selling resource for the OB/GYN clerkshipExcel on your rotation, impress on the wards, and score your highest on the shelf exams with this best-selling reference. This new edition of First Aid for the OB/GYN Clerkship has been updated with the latest clinical perspectives and research. Ask just about any student who has been through their OB/GYN rotation and they will tell you that THIS was the resource they turned to. It not only aligns with national clerkship curricula, but also follows the shelf exam blueprint and is full of helpful mnemonics, ward tips, exam tips, and integrated mini-cases.The text highlights all of the important topics, presenting a clear, concise review based on the clerkship’s core competencies. Thoroughly revised, this new edition will help you prepare for the clerkship and also guide you in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of the many conditions you will see during your rotation.First Aid for the OB/GYN features:The latest clinical research and perspectivesHelpful mnemonicsWard tips and integrated mini-casesImages, diagrams, and flow charts in a fresh new-full color designSummary boxes with high-yield information needed for exam success

For important information you need to know, but can’t remember, turn to QUICK HITS IN EMERGENCY MEDICINE. This practical, short compendium contains the key decision-rules, clinical values, mnemonics, and dosages that you need at your finger tips in the ED. It covers everything from acute coronary syndrome and ACLS, to electrolyte equations and hyperkalemia, to ventilator settings by disease to Wellen's syndrome. Information on each topic is limited to a single page and presented in easily digested formats such as tables, algorithms, bulleted lists, and clinical illustrations.

Concise, up to date, and easy to use, Step-Up to USMLE Step 2 CK, 6th Edition, makes essential information engaging and retainable. Drs. Latha Ganti, Shayne Gue and medical student Thor Stead deliver a high-yield, systems-based review. The popular and effective Step-Up outline format gives you access to exactly what you need to ace the USMLE Step 2! Focuses on the content you need for quick, efficient study, helping you quickly memorize essential information Includes USMLE-style end-of-book practice exam for realistic test-taking practice Includes new Case Presentations and Case Conclusions in each chapter Includes full-color illustrations, “Quick Hits,” and mnemonics that clarify must-know information on causes, risk factors, history and physical exam, lab studies and radiology, treatment, and complications for the most common diseases and disorders Contains “Next Steps” margin notes that guide you through patient workup, and easy-to-follow algorithms that demonstrate effective clinical reasoning Enrich your eBook reading experienceRead directly on your preferred device(s),such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook,powering your content with natural language text-to-speech.

Master all the high-yield information required to pass the pediatrics clerkship and the shelf examFirst Aid for the Pediatrics Clerkship is the all-in-one content resource for acing the pediatrics rotation and shelf exam. This popular guide has been heavily revised with a new and updated focus on the most salient high-yield facts, along with clear background information where needed. Content has been streamlined to include only the most important facts to help you focus on—and learn—critical information.More than 100 supporting photos and illustrationsNew chapters on adolescent medicine and oncologyContent has been thoroughly revised and updated, with notable changes made to the following content areas: newborn, emergency medicine and psychiatryNew illustrations, flow charts, and other visualsMini-cases begin discussions on major disorders to lay a clinical foundation to the presentationSpecial features include specific tips on how to succeed on rotations and on the shelf examAll content has been thoroughly reviewed for accuracy and relevance

The best selling resource for the psychiatry clerkshipExcel on your rotation, impress on the wards, and score your highest on the shelf exams with this best-selling reference. This new edition of First Aid for the Psychiatry Clerkship has been updated with the latest clinical perspectives and research. Ask just about any student who has been through their psychiatry rotation and they will tell you that THIS was the resource they turned to. It not only aligns with national clerkship curricula, but also follows the shelf exam blueprint and is full of helpful mnemonics, ward tips, exam tips, and integrated mini-cases. The chapter “How to Succeed in the Psychiatry Clerkship” provides a solid foundation for setting new clerks up for success in their psychiatry rotation. The text highlights all of the important topics, presenting a clear, concise review of psychiatry with a strong clinical emphasis that guides you in the diagnosis and treatment of many problems seen by psychiatrists. First Aid for the Psychiatry Clerkship features:The latest clinical research and perspectivesHelpful mnemonicsWard tips and integrated mini-casesImages, diagrams, and flow charts in a fresh new-full color designA complete chapter on How to Succeed on the Psychiatry ClerkshipSummary boxes with high-yield information needed for exam success

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The internal medicine clerkship resource that everyone is talking aboutImpress on the wards and score on the clerkship and shelf exams!Thoroughly reviewed and revised to provide the high yield information you need in a format that facilitates learning and not just memorizationBased on the clerkship’s core competencies and presented in the accessible First Aid series formatHundreds of high-yield topics you’ll find on the shelf exams and the USMLE Step 2 CKReviewed by medical students who aced the clerkshipNEW diagnostic algorithms, as well as expanded content on medical management, pathophysiology, and diagnosis and treatmentNEW content on core areas, including ophthalmology, renal and acid-base disorders, and ambulatory medicineNEW full-color images, illustrations diagrams, and flow chartsSummary boxes highlight high-yield information needed for exam success

Now includes Step 2 practice Questions and Answers, with explanations, for each chapter! Current, concise, and easy to use, the updated fifth edition of Step-Up to USMLE Step 2 CK makes essential information engaging and retainable, delivering the perfect exam prep for today’s busy medical student. Access just what you need to ace the USMLE Step 2 CK and make a confident transition to clinical practice with this high-yield, system-based review. This updated fifth edition of Step-Up to USMLE Step 2 CK helps you quickly memorize essential information and gives you the realistic test-taking practice to succeed. Full-color illustrations, “Quick Hits,” and mnemonics clarify must-know information on causes, risk factors, history and physical exam, lab studies and radiology, treatment, and complications for the most common diseases and disorders. USMLE-style study questions for each chapter mimic those found on the Step 2 exams, accompanied by complete explanations for maximum comprehension and test preparation. Revised and updated content reflects the current USMLE exam.Succinct, Step-Up outline approach focuses on the core content students need to know for quick, efficient study.New USMLE-style questions at the end of each chapter give students unparalleled test-taking practice.“Quick Hits” in the margins highlight commonly encountered exam topics.Easy-to-remember mnemonics help students ensure quick, efficient recall of essential clinical information on their exams.“Next Steps” margin notes guide students through the workup of a patient with practical tips for success.Easy-to-follow algorithms clearly demonstrate effective clinical reasoning, particularly for similar complaints.eBook available. Fast, smart, and convenient, today’s eBooks can transform learning. These interactive, fully searchable tools offer 24/7 access on multiple devices, the ability to highlight and share notes, and much more.

The updated #1-selling guide that presents a formula for success for the psychiatry clerkship This results-generating insider’s guide is packed with all the information and insights students need to deliver a strong performance on the psychiatry rotation, impress the wards, and earn honors on the clerkship exam. Aligned with DSM-5 criteria, the book is full of helpful mnemonics, ward tips, exam tips, and integrated mini-cases. The revised and refreshed fifth edition makes this bestselling book more indispensable than ever, putting the most pivotal concepts for the clerkship and exam right at students’ fingertips. •The leading high-yield resource for the psychiatry rotation, updated with the latest clinical perspectives and research•The acclaimed format and content of First Aid for the® Psychiatry Clerkship provide all the right tools for students to excel on the psychiatry clerkship and shelf exam•Mnemonics, ward tips, mini cases, and more provide a clear, realistic look at what to expect on exam day

THE PEDIATRICS CLERKSHIP SURVIVAL GUIDE WRITTEN BY STUDENTS WHO ACED THE CLERKSHIP – NOW IN FULL COLOR!•Hundreds of high-yield facts cover everything you need to excel on the boards and wards•Detailed how-to-succeed and what-to-study guidance from students who aced the boards•Integrated minicases highlight frequently tested scenarios and common patient presentations•Mnemonics, tables, and illustrations help you remember key concepts•Exam and Ward tips help you stand out on the wards and ace the shelf exam•Classifieds highlight extra-curricular opportunities and scholarships•Rich new full-color presentation

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO EXCELLING ON THE SURGERY CLERKSHIP AND IMPRESSING ON THE WARDS – NOW IN FULL COLOR!Detailed what-to-study and what-you-must-know advice from clerkship veterans prepares you for success!• Completely updated content with emphasis on what you must know to earn honors on the shelf exam and standout during rounds• Score-boosting opening section devoted to maximizing your performance on the Surgery Clerkship• Frequently tested high-yield facts and mnemonics maximize your study time• “Ward Tips” prepare you for common “pimp” questions• Integrated flashcards offer a fun, fast way to review

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The emergency medicine clerkship survival guide in the super-effective First Aid formatWritten by students who just completed their clerkshipFirst Aid for the Emergency Medicine Clerkship is a comprehensive high-yield review based on the clerkship's core competencies. Written by students who just completed their clerkship and reviewed by faculty to ensure relevance and accuracy, the book covers everything students must know to do well in the ED and ace the emergency medicine shelf exam. New features include mini-cases integrated throughout to give a clinical "face" to disease discussions and 8 pages of full color images.FeaturesHundreds of frequently tested high-yield facts from emergency medicine in-service exams, shelf exams, and the USMLE Step 2 give you the edge on exam dayMnemonics, diagrams, and illustrations help you recall must-know conceptsInsider tips for outstanding performance from students who excelledWard Tips arm you with answers to common "pimp" questionsClassifieds direct you to high-yield websites, scholarships, and extracurricular activities and publishing opportunitiesTypical Scenario and Exam Tip study boxes prepare you for exam questionsNEW mini-cases highlight classic patient presentations and frequently tested casesThe content you need to excel on the clerkship:Section I: How to Succeed in the EM Clerkship; Section II: High-Yield Facts; Resuscitation; Diagnostics; Trauma; Neurologic Emergencies; Head and Neck Emergencies; Respiratory Emergencies; Cardiovascular Emergencies; GI Emergencies; Renal and GU Emergencies; Hematologic and Oncologic Emergencies; Gynecologic Emergencies; OB Emergencies; Musculoskeletal Emergencies; Endocrine Emergencies; Dermatologic Emergencies; Procedures; Emergency Toxicology; Environmental Emergencies; Ethics, Medico-legal Issues, and EBM; Section III: Classified

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.The Student-to-Student, Step-by-Step Guide to Radiology Clerkship SuccessThis survival guide for the radiology wards teaches you how to read and present normal and abnormal x-rays, CTs, and MRIs for the most commonly seen diseases and disorders. You'll find 150 radiologic images divided by modality, clear guidelines on when to order a specific modality and how to read the results, and illustrations of classic results of important conditions. Detailed advice from radiology clerkship veterans help you: Prepare for and take the test Perform a basic study Determine if a film is adequate Present each study on the ward Spot the strengths and weaknesses of studies Recognize basic anatomical structures Identify abnormal conditionsINSIDER’S GUIDE TO HONING RADIOLOGY SKILLS FOR EVERY CLERKSHIPThe only student-to-student, step-by-step guide to interpreting and presenting radiology studiesDetailed how-to-succeed and what-to-study guidance from clerkship vets75 radiology images of the most commonly seen disorders illustrate each modality and detail Illustrates normal as well as abnormal resultsClassic results of important conditions often seen on the wards and tested on the USMLE Step 2CKClear guidelines on when to order a specific modality and how to read the results“Classifieds” feature high-yield websites, top extracurricular opportunities, and scholarshipsTear-out cards with essential radiology concepts in pocket-ready formatA STUDENT-TO-STUDENT GUIDEDiscover med students’ “secret weapon” Impress on the wards and succeed in the clerkshipsSave time with high-yield topics, important radiology images, and pocket-ready remindersThe first book to describe how to read radiographic films for the most commonly seen disordersApply the First Aid formula for clerkship success!

Publisher's Note: Products purchased from Third Party sellers are not guaranteed by the publisher for quality, authenticity, or access to any online entitlements included with the product.A comprehensive, hands-on guide that explains how to accurately diagnose abdominal pain -- and treat its underlying causes A Doody's Core Title for 2011!4 STAR DOODY'S REVIEW"This does a remarkable job of examining and summarizing the most recent diagnostic and therapeutic options for a very difficult yet common complaint. Its strength is in the discussion of best use and limitations of the testing modalities used to diagnose abdominal pain. It is more concise than many other similar texts, and covers the information extremely well."--Doody's Review Service This clinical companion -- written by emergency room physicians for emergency room physicians -- takes you through all of the must-know management strategies for acute and chronic abdominal pain and its etiology. In its all-inclusive overview of abdominal pain-related conditions such as urinary tract infection and diverticulitis, the book includes only those insights that are most useful for busy ER physicians. This essential, high-yield approach carries over to a chapter format that features quick-hit bulleted lists of key clinical facts, along with a step-by-step review of management guidelines. You'll also find an abundance of clinically relevant CT and ultrasound scans, plus criteria for their interpretation.