Synopses & Reviews
The second edition of Comprehensive Neurosurgery Board Review contains all the information you need to prepare for the American Board of Neurological Surgery (ABNS) written examination. Authored by a team of expert clinicians and neurosurgery trainees who earned top scores on their exams, this edition distills the current knowledge of the neurosciences and essential information for clinical practice. Six chapters provide comprehensive coverage of core concepts in anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care.
Features of the second edition:
-Concise descriptions aid rapid review of key concepts
-Bullet-point format enhances ease of use and facilitates comprehension
-Up-to-date coverage of classic symptoms and signs of common neurosurgical diseases
-Current information related to the genetic basis of neurosurgical conditions
-450 high-quality illustrations and images typical of those appearing on exams
This superb review is an indispensable resource for neurosurgical residents preparing for the ABNS certification exam. It is also ideal for clinicians seeking a refresher or for those preparing for recertification exams.
Review
'Offers a valuable structure for academic preparation. . .well-organized, comprehensive, and an appropriate outline from which to study. . .a quick read and a good last minute warmup. It is as worthwhile a value as a study aid.' --Journal of Neurosurgery
Synopsis
The first work ever published on this topic, this book summarizes everything you need to know to prepare for the neurosurgery oral examinations. It was designed as a quick and easily accessible reference for residents, with sections on medical management, surgical techniques, and insights of how to study for the test. Key features: - Comprehensive and concise - key facts summarized in 220 pages - Straightforward organization for quick access and easy memorization of the most vital information - More than 70 illustrations to highlight core concepts - Helpful hints that give you the benefit of the author's experience Here is the convenient study guide that all neurosurgical residents will want available for reliable reference. No other resource is as concise and easy to use. Take advantage of this outstanding tool to ensure your success on the oral boards!
Synopsis
The first work ever published on this topic, this book summarizes everything you need to know to prepare for the neurosurgery oral examinations. It was designed as a quick and easily accessible reference for residents, with sections on medical management, surgical techniques, and insights of how to study for the test.
About the Author
"Neurosurgery residents present chapters in an outline format and cover core concepts in anatomy, physiology, pathology, radiology, neurology, neurosurgery, and critical care, with illustrations...this edition contains added material and updated chapters that include the latest information on the neurosciences, including molecular biology."--Sci-Tech Book News
Praise for the previous edition:
"The authors synthesize material from the major reference texts that residents generally use to study for the boards...Dr. Citow, et al., have undertaken a major endeavor and residents will be grateful for their hard work...an excellent review for the written neurosurgical boards and is recommended to all neurosurgery residents."--Journal of Neurosurgery
"Well-recognized...[provides] a contemporary update on need-to-know topics in neurosurgery...the anatomical illustrations are of high quality...the short note format of each section will allow readers to capture most important information in the shortest period of time...succinct yet broad in its coverage of material...retain useful information from this well-structured, current review of topics."--Le Journal Canadien des Sciences Neurologiques