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NMS Surgery Casebook

Filed under: Surgery Book — surgerybook at 3:27 pm on Wednesday, October 15, 2008

I really like this book. The book is presented in a case-based question/answer format. The book is written in narrative form (no bullets, or choppy info). I like the design of the book and it’s easy to read and understand. The cases presented are classic and in-depth. It’s a long read though, and may be too much for boards when its crunch time. I used it mostly for reference and when I didn’t understand something when I was studying for Step 2. It’s a great book for 3rd year surgery rotation and the shelf exam. Good luck!!

Exodus from Obesity: The Guide to Long-Term Success After Weight Loss Surgery

Filed under: Surgery Book — surgerybook at 11:45 pm on Thursday, October 9, 2008

I decided to buy this book Exodus from Obesity, as I had heard about it from a friend. Once I started reading I found I was unable to put it down. It was very clearly written and helpful in so many ways. It gives you very specific actions to follow both before and after weight loss surgery.

After reading Exodus from Obesity I felt a whole lot better about my own decision to have this surgery. This book is a must read for those people who are considering gastric bypass surgery, have had the surgery, or for those who know someone who has.

Once you read this book you will have gained pracital, useable tools which will ultimatley make you feel so much better. If you decide to buy this book, it will give you piece of mind, and help you through this process no matter what stage of it you are in.

If you have any unanswered questions or are unsure of what questions to ask, then definitely buy this book.

Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery

Filed under: Surgery Book — surgerybook at 3:47 am on Monday, October 6, 2008

 I used this book ten years ago to study for the ABSITE was very pleased. I am very disappointed with the current edition. There are many typographical errors suggesting poor editing. The question and answer format is very difficult to figure out if they are looking for one or more answers. I would recommend the book as a very basic guide to get used to taking a test but I would no longer hold it as an authority. Many answers will require extensive cross referencing to validate.