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Beat the Boards! (I Just Did): The Ultimate Guide to Ace Step 2 of the USMLE

Author(s): Melissa Umphlett, MD, Washington Hospital Center
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  • ISBN-13: 9780763741235
  • ISBN-10:076374123X
  • Paperback    294 pages      © 2007
Price: International Sales $52.95 US List
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Overview

Recently, Step II CK of the USMLE has undergone an overhaul.  The passing score has been increased and the questions are more difficult. Additionally, a separate CS portion has been added to the exam.  In the world of evolving medicine it is crucial to be up to speed with diagnostic and treatment modalities. The information in this book is new, up-to-date, and all one needs to know to ace Step II. This book is composed of accurate facts covering all the material that is tested without all the "fluff." It includes acronyms, pictograms, and other memory tricks that are effective in augmenting the single most important aspect of studying--retention.  Unique "Here’s the Deal" features offer insider studying hints.  Forget about spending tons of money on several books in hopes of covering all of the review material. Ignore the older review books that depict internal medicine as the bulk of the exam and skim the rest of the material. This book accurately depicts how each discipline is realistically weighted on the exam and focuses on the information you really need to know to achieve the score you desire. As residency programs become more and more competitive, it's becoming even more important to get a score that will provide the edge you need. This single book contains the tools any student will need to not only pass, but attain a competitive score on Step II.

 

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Ideal resource offers a  complete review of USMLE Step II CK & CS.

Provides study tips and advice from a recent test taker.

A must-have resource for medical students preparing for Step II.

Includes extended chapters on more heavily tested genres, key words, and phrases.

Written in a clear and concise manner, this book's format is conducive to visual and text learning. 

Contains acronyms, pictograms, and other memory tricks that are effective in augmenting the single most important aspect of studying--retention. 

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ShowTable of Contents

Chapter 1: Getting Started
Chapter 2: Biostatistics
Chapter 3: Cardiology
Chapter 4: Dermatology
Chapter 5: Electrolytes
Chapter 6: Endocrine
Chapter 7: Gastrointestinal
Chapter 8: Gynecology
Chapter 9: Hematology
Chapter 10: Infectious Disease
Chapter 11: Musculoskeletal
Chapter 12: Neurology
Chapter 13: Obstetrics
Chapter 14: Pediatrics
Chapter 15: Preventive Medicine
Chapter 16: Psychiatry
Chapter 17: Pulmonary
Chapter 18: Genitourinary/Renal
Chapter 19: Surgery
Chapter 20: Step 2 - Clinical Skills


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ShowAbout the Author(s)

Melissa Umphlett, MD-Washington Hospital Center

Melissa Umphlett received her Masters in Medical Science in April 2003 and became a Medical Doctor in April 2005.  After taking some time off to research, write, and travel she moved from New York City to Washington D.C. to enter a residency in Pathology at Washington Hospital Center.  She is currently editing and revising her second book, “Love Stinks” which is a non-fiction, scientifically based book geared towards a general audience.  She is co-founder of a special group of international Doctors known as “The VIDD” who have their annual meeting every spring in Ibiza, Spain.  She plans to continue to write and return to NYC for a fellowship.           

 

 

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  • "Very concise, to the point, and well focused on the material which the boards focus on."

    --Will Burch, MD
    Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology
    Washington Hospital Center


    "This is the most concise, up-to-date review I've seen for Step 2. This book contains the material you must know for the test."

    --Diana Havill, MD
    PGY-1 in Internal Medicine
    Long Island College Hospital

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Ideal resource for all medical students seeking medical licensure.

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