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Overview
You'll never find an easier, more efficient, and more focused way to ace the histology-related questions on the USMLE and course examinations than the USMLE Road Map. Designed to provide maximum learning in minimum time, this USMLE Road Map offers a concise, creative, and well-illustrated new approach to mastering histology
Ideal for USMLE preparation and course review, the streamlined, easy-to-follow hierarchical outline format guides students through the most important aspects of each topic. The text is extensively illustrated to convey difficult-to-understand concepts. Clinical correlations, numerous tables and charts, and USMLE-style questions in clinical vignette format help students evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.
Synopsis
The 21 chapters in this study guide for USMLE Step 1 review the structure and function of the primary tissues that comprise the nervous, cardiovascular, immune, gastrointestinal, respiratory, urinary, endocrine, and reproductive systems. Each chapter ends with 8-12 practice clinical problems, followed by answers. Black and white illustrations are provided. Annotation ©2004 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR
Doody Review Services
Reviewer:Ronald P. Jensh, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.(Thomas Jefferson University)
Description:This compilation of histology topics consists of an outline of the essential elements in each subdivision of histology; that is, the typical tissues and organ systems. The topics are presented in the traditional order found in most books and it contains clinical correlative examples as well. At the end of each topic (chapter) is a short list of about 8 to 15 questions.
Purpose:This is a single purpose book. It is aimed at students who are getting ready to take Step I of the boards and need a quick review of information they may have forgotten. The very specific objective is worthy in that it would be helpful for students who are in need of a quick review of the subject.
Audience:This book is specifically targeted toward those second year medical students who are preparing for Step I of the board examinations. It would not be appropriate for any other group. The author is an assistant professor of cell biology and genetics.
Features:It covers all major topics traditionally associated with histology. The topics are presented in a traditional order and manner. The book is not especially innovative, but rather sticks to the basics. The two toned diagrams are helpful. The black-and-white photographs are of marginal quality and size. They are, however, well-labeled for their purpose. Considering the needs of the very specific audience, the illustrative material is adequate.
Assessment:A shortcoming is the limited number of questions for each topic. Since this is specifically a review for Step I, there really should have been many more questions. The title of this section, Clinical Problems, is a misnomer, since that is not really the case in most instances. Rather, the questions are very straightforward basic science multiple choice questions.
Editorials
From The Critics
Reviewer: Ronald P. Jensh, B.A., M.A., Ph.D.(Thomas Jefferson University)Description: This compilation of histology topics consists of an outline of the essential elements in each subdivision of histology; that is, the typical tissues and organ systems. The topics are presented in the traditional order found in most books and it contains clinical correlative examples as well. At the end of each topic (chapter) is a short list of about 8 to 15 questions.
Purpose: This is a single purpose book. It is aimed at students who are getting ready to take Step I of the boards and need a quick review of information they may have forgotten. The very specific objective is worthy in that it would be helpful for students who are in need of a quick review of the subject.
Audience: This book is specifically targeted toward those second year medical students who are preparing for Step I of the board examinations. It would not be appropriate for any other group. The author is an assistant professor of cell biology and genetics.
Features: It covers all major topics traditionally associated with histology. The topics are presented in a traditional order and manner. The book is not especially innovative, but rather sticks to the basics. The two toned diagrams are helpful. The black-and-white photographs are of marginal quality and size. They are, however, well-labeled for their purpose. Considering the needs of the very specific audience, the illustrative material is adequate.
Assessment: "A shortcoming is the limited number of questions for each topic. Since this is specifically a review for Step I, there really should have been many more questions. The title of this section, Clinical Problems, is a misnomer, since that is not really the case in most instances. Rather, the questions are very straightforward basic science multiple choice questions. "
2 Stars from Doody