Part of the popular High-Yield™ Series, this new book features the essential concepts of human physiology presented in a concise, uncluttered fashion. High-Yield™ Physiology gives students what they need to prepare them for the physiology questions on USMLE Step 1. The information found in this text provides a comprehensive overview of physiology in a concentrated format and serves as a valuable resource for course and board review.
High-Yield™ Lung is the first in a series of High-Yield™ Systems books by a best-selling medical textbook author that cover the basic sciences of the medical school curriculum using a systems-based approach. This approach helps students integrate their first two years' course material and offers excellent preparation for USMLE Step 1 and clinical rotations. Chapters cover each basic science—embryology, gross anatomy, radiology, histology, physiology, pathology, microbiology, and pharmacology—as it relates to the pulmonary system. The book is replete with radiographs, CT and MRI scans, and micrographs of normal tissue and pathologic conditions. Sections of the book are tabbed for easy reference.
High-Yield™ Heart is the second in a series of High-Yield™ Systems books by a best-selling medical textbook author that cover the basic sciences of the medical school curriculum using a systems-based approach. This approach helps students integrate their first two years' course material and offers excellent preparation for USMLE Step 1 and clinical rotations. Chapters cover each basic science—embryology, gross anatomy, radiology, histology, physiology, pathology, microbiology, and pharmacology—as it relates to the heart and cardiovascular system. The book is replete with radiographs, CT and MRI scans, and micrographs of normal tissue and pathologic conditions. Sections of the book are tabbed for easy reference.
The goal of this book is to provide a bridge between the acid-base physiology taught in the classroom and the evaluation of the patient on the wards. This book will enable the reader to develop a practical and reasoned approach to the patient with an acid-base disorder. Additional resources at the back of the book include an abbreviation list to familiarize readers with common terms associated with acid-base pathophysiology and a comprehensive list of suggested readings.
Renowned physiology instructor Dr. Linda Costanzo's friendly, logical, easy-to-follow writing style makes Physiology, 6th Edition ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Well-designed figures and tables provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations, and step-by-step explanations clarify challenging concepts. This full-color, manageably-sized text offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand. Information is presented in a short, simple, and focused manner - the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams. Chapter summaries and "Challenge Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter provide an extensive review of the material and reinforce understanding and retention. Equations and sample problems are integrated throughout the text. Student ConsultT eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book as well as new materials (outlined above) designed to produce a more rounded learning experience. NEW! More Clinical Physiology Case Boxes relate to pathophysiology for a clinical context. Student Consult access includes high-yield student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and NEW video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo. Student Consult eBook version included with purchase.
High-Yield™ Brain and Behavior is the fourth volume in the High-Yield™ Systems Series, which covers the basic sciences of the medical school curriculum using a systems-based approach. This book is the only review book to cover the combined material from neuroscience and behavioral science courses in an outline format with a focus on the USMLE Step 1. Chapters cover each basic science—embryology, gross anatomy, radiology, histology, physiology, pathology, microbiology, and pharmacology—as it relates to the nervous system. Patient snapshots provide concise descriptions of classic clinical cases. Tables help students memorize large amounts of information, and figures provide detailed visual cues.
Looking for a high-yield resource which covers the Top NBME & USMLE Step 1 concepts in an integrated fashion? The NBME Top Concepts book is a high-yield review resource which helps you integrate concepts for the USMLE Step 1 and covers the content presented in the free HyGuru NBME Top Concepts, USMLE Step 1 (Goljan Style) Classroom Course [12.5 hrs of content]. This book contains the high-yield USMLE content for you to follow along with the FREE videos. The NBME Top Concepts book synthesizes high-yield concepts in an integrative manner. From biochemistry to pathology and everything in between, this resource allows for you to have an active-recall review for the USMLE Step 1 and has tons of NBME style questions. It is one of the few resources that gives you test taking strategies for you to employ on exam day. The notes contain diagrams and key principles from high-yield resources! These review notes can be shipped to you directly in a printed manner so you can optimize your review and get through this work-book using the videos from my course/YouTube.
Essential information needed for USMLE Step 1 review and course study is covered, along with current cell and molecular biology techniques and principles with a clinical focus--what a physician needs to know to understand, diagnose, and treat human disease.
