Neurosurgery Board Review: Questions and Answers for Self-Assessment - Tapa blanda

This handbook is a comprehensive self-assessment manual for all neurosurgical residents trying to juggle the tremendous amount of information that is crucial to becoming an excellent neurosurgeon as well as passing the written boards. The second edition offers an additional 200 questions and answers...also presents several anatomical dissections...which are very valuable in obtaining an adequate understanding of surgical anatomy. The questions are concise and well written and resemble the format of the boards. The format of the book allows the reader to work through each section individually and systematically to recognize areas of weakness. This is especially valuable to the busy resident with limited time, who needs to focus on areas in which his or her knowledge base is lacking. Packed with vital information covering all major categories, this handbook remains an indispensable tool for all residents and students of neurosurgery who attempt to obtain certification by the American Board of Neurological Surgeons. --Journal of Neurosurgery'Designed for board review preparation...It is a must buy for neurosurgical libraries, not only for residents' use but also for the current information on diverse topics in neurosurgery.' -- Doody's Book Reviews

Featuring more than 1,000 challenging, clinically relevant questions, this book provides the preparation needed to succeed in the Neurosurgery Written Board Examination. To help achieve the best results, Neurosurgery Board Reviewfollows the exam's multiple-choice format and includes referenced answers to all questions. The book covers all seven sections of the exam (neurosurgery, clinical radiology, neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuropathology, neuroradiology, and clinical skills/critical care), providing a comprehensive review. The first-choice board preparation guide for neurosurgery residents, this unique book will also serve residents and students in neurology and other neuroscience specialties.