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State Univ. of New York at Stony Brook. Handbook ofquestions with answers on radiology that medical students are likely to be asked on rounds. Softcover. Many halftone images. 39 U.S. contributors. ... Read more

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Radiology review
As other secret series texts compliment their core topics so does this one.It's always fun to extract the secret series pearls not found in other clinical textbooks.Explanations of roentgenographic pathology is thorough.However, as a correctional nurse practitioner I read many x-ray films but never the more advanced imaging modalities.I would like to see more standard x-ray films in the next edition.

Peter Watson MA, MSN, ANP

2nd edition has not yet actually been published???
I'm pretty sure that the second edition has not yet been published, and that these are reviews for the first edition.

To the point
After slogging my way through huge radiology tomes, this book is a lifesaver.The chapters are focused and had just what I needed.Maybe, in the next edition, they will add something to do with radiology and computers.

the best book of its kind
I am a practicing radiologist in New York City, and work with residents and medical students all the time.This is a fantasticbook, not only for someone just being exposed to Radiology or needing an initial primer, but as a review book.I can say this with confidence because the book is useful to me in my practice. Other than the specialty books for the Radiology Boards, this is an excellent resource.

Hmm...disappointing
Having lived off the Medical and Surgical Secrets in medical school, Iexpected alot from Radiologic Secrets.Unfortunately, it seemed to besuperficial in its content and lack the pearls I had come to expect fromthis series.I guess radiology just isn't suited to this kind ofprogrammed learning. ... Read more

Book Description
Written for medical students beginning clinical rotations, this book covers the topics most often included in introductory radiology courses. It emphasizes clinical problem solving, relates radiologic abnormalities to pathophysiology, and offers guidelines for selecting imaging studies in specific clinical situations. More than 1,200 images show variations in radiologic appearances of common disorders. This thoroughly revised Third Edition reflects state-of-the-art advances and includes new material on current interventional techniques and cardiac imaging. Nearly 200 new illustrations have been added and some older illustrations have been replaced by new ones reflecting contemporary imaging. This edition also includes an appendix of diagnostic pearls. ... Read more

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Very good introductory book but not enough...
This is a good introductory book, but it doesn't explain much of the pathological aspects of radiology. It's mostly for delving you into the basics of radiology. It doesn't analyze each disease entity with the accompanying radiological signs...

WELL-WRITTEN AND BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED
This well-written and beautifully illustrated textbook was designed for medical students. It is comprehensive: with each chapter sectioned into technical, anatomical and pathological sub-headings.
"Clinical Radiology: The Essentials" embraced all aspects of diagnostic and interventional imaging techniques currently in use. It is a general mini-reference text whose aim is to provide students with all the tutorials that they may need during revision.
Still, experienced radiologists would appreciate its concise outlook, which makes it an ideal memory-refreshing tool.

Excellent Introduction to Radiology!
I truly recommend this book to every medical student, specially to those doing a rotation in Radiology. The book is marvelously illustrated with hundreds of big and clear photos of every diagnostic imaging modality currently used, showing the most important technical, anatomic and radiologic considerations one must have when ordering and evaluating an imaging study. The book is very clearly written, goes to the point and takes into account almost every clinical situation one is likely to encounter in practice. I could even say it's enjoyable.

read a while and say goodnight
Radiology is enriched by this summarizing book in a more or less satisfying manner. In my opinion, the author has found an average compromise between textbook and atlas of radiological pathology. Although you will find many good figures of typical laesions, it may happen that you have to search for them for a little while, because this book is lacking a conceice content of figures. If one was a bloody beginner in radiology, a more detailed description of normal findings would have been helpful. Nevertheless, if you are interested in reading and looking a couple of time when nothing else is to do that night, you can never be wrong with that book. Moreover, the price is fair in comparison to similar books even appeared at LWW. ... Read more

Book Description

This book is a comprehensive reference and practical guide on the technology and application of ultrasound to the musculoskeletal system. It is organized into two main sections. The first is devoted to general aspects, while the second provides a systematic overview of the applications of musculoskeletal ultrasound in different areas of the body. Each chapter of the second section provides an introduction on clinical anatomy and the essentials of clinical history and physical examination. Thereafter, performance of the ultrasound study is explained and the normal and pathological anatomy is reviewed. To assist in understanding, the ultrasound scans are correlated with drawings, photographs, images obtained using other modalities, and anatomic specimens. There is a generous complement of high-quality illustrations based on high-end equipment. This book contains a wealth of invaluable information.

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the best book of musculoskeletal ultrasound
An excellent textbook of musculoskeletal ultrasound, maybe the best one in its category. Incredible drawings with anatomic explanations, didatic descriptions of the several orthopedic and rheumatologic pathologies. Really different from what has been written about MSK ultrasound until now. ... Read more

Book Description
The thoroughly revised, updated Fourth Edition of this highly acclaimed classic remains the premier reference on the radiologic assessment of all acute illnesses and injuries. Written by experienced radiologists, the book provides up-to-date, authoritative, unambiguous guidelines on the use and interpretation of all relevant imaging studies--from conventional radiography to CT, MRI, and ultrasound. This edition features more CT, ultrasound, and MR images, providing a crystal-clear view of structures affected in emergency situations. The book details state-of-the-art applications of ultrasound for scrotal, gynecologic, and obstetrical emergencies and contemporary uses of CT for blunt abdominal and thoracic trauma, pulmonary embolism, acute aortic injury, and aortic dissection. Coverage of conventional radiography has been extensively revised and includes many new concepts on cervical spine, mid-face, and other injuries. Chapters on acute non-traumatic abdominal emergencies, abdominal trauma, and obstetric, gynecologic, and scrotal emergencies have been completely rewritten by experts on those specific topics. A Brandon-Hill recommended title. ... Read more

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Resident Review
This text has been required reading for the radiology program I attend, however, I must admit that many senior residents strongly advise incoming residents to return it for a refund as residents cannot afford a textbook that is low-yield.I have read several chapters and find it not very helpful.I feel that your money and time is better spent reading a standard introductory diagnostic radiology text (not Squire's as this is more suited for medical students) such as Helms Diagnostic Radiology or the MGH Primer or better yet, saving your money for the costly registration fees for your boards.Trust me on this one.

The Bible in emergency radiology
Now in its third printing, Dr. Harris' monumental tome continues to set the standard. Along with the excellent text in well-written prose, Dr. Harris has strenghthened the book with the contributions from several experts in Emergency Radiology. They have supplied discussions on modern modalities including CT, US, MRI and Angiography.The book, however, retains its strenghth in the emphasis on mechanisms of injury, the subtleties available in plain radiography and the total approach to trauma with clinically-oriented imaging protocols. No ER should be without this superb text ... Read more

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Practically every radiologist would benefit from an all-encompassing guide to malpractice issues in radiology. Dr. Ronald Eisenberg, a highly respected author in the field, has put together a comprehensive reference to provide radiologists with an introduction to malpractice issues and a basic understanding of their relationships with government regulatory agencies and HMOs. This softcover book will detail the mechanics of a lawsuit, how radiologists can become the object of a malpractice action, and what they can do to minimize potential exposure.

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Interesting!
By far not a perfect treatment of this subject but not bad at all, really. And also not too expensive the way medical books go nowadays. ... Read more

Book Description
This concise primer on the fundamentals of emergency radiology presents detailed discussions on the head, spine, chest, abdomen, urinary tract, and pelvis. Features a chapter on orthopedic radiology. ... Read more

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Fundamentals for Emergency Radiology
An excellent, concise, yet thorough overview of the radiologic exams which medical students, residents and ER physicians order on a daily basis in order to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of acute illnesses/injuriesin the Emergency Room.This is not intended to be an exhaustive discussionof everything radiological.It is purposefully focused on radiology forthe specific needs of emergency medical personnel.The book contains manyvery good radiographs which are labeled and marked for educationalpurposes. Additionally it contains tables and algorithms for differentialdiagnoses which are extremely helpful.This book is a must for medicalstudents and residents preparing for and going through an ER rotation, butcould undoubtedly be valuable to a physician at all stages of his/hercareer as a review and reference text.Don't let the small size of thisbook fool you into thinking it must be inferior.It has everything youneed to know to approach the issue of radiologic diagnostic testing of theacutely ill/injured patient. ... Read more

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Really glad I bought it!
I bought my copy from Amazon...It reached in mint condition :-). I have read only a few pages so far, but it seems to be a great book on thoracic imaging. I also talked to some of the attendings about the book and they all said that McLoud is a great author and a great radiology teacher. I am really glad I bought this book early enough to be able to make good use of it for my chest rotation.

Well organised and well illustrated, easy to read
The authour has done a very good job of conveying the essentials of thoracic imaging in a easy to read and well illustrated single volume book. While coverage of some topics is superficial, the well organiseddifferential lists and nice images make this book a pleasure to read.Residents begining in thoracic imaging and those preparing for boards willfind this book invaluable. It does not replace a full text book but conveysmore information than an imaging atlas. ... Read more

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University of Utah, Salt Lake City. Handbook for diagnostic radiology and orthopedic residents, and clinicians in rheumatology. Covers tumors, trauma, arthritis, metabolic bone disease, congenital abnormalities, and more. Outline format. Softcover. ... Read more

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Excellent
This book is a must have for radiology residents. Compact, concise, andyet complete. A steal for such a cheap price. ... Read more

Book Description
This essential guide to the interpretation of radiographs and ultrasonograms illustrates normal anatomy and frequently encountered abnormalities and anomalies. It provides easy access to the fundamentals of image interpretation with thorough discussions of the basic principles and techniques for producing high quality radiographs. Coverage includes the principles of ultrasound and its interaction with tissue, as well as how to avoid problems that can result from misinterpretation or overinterpretation of images. It provides a comprehensive review of canine and feline radiographic and ultrasonographic anatomy using a systems approach, focusing on normal features, so that abnormalities can be readily appreciated and interpreted. ... Read more

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diagnostic radiology and ultrasonography of the dog and cat
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An excellent introductory book
This text looks a little thin for $ 99 but once you look at the quality and number of its pictures you realize that it is worth every penny. I missed a more detailed description on how to take radiographs as great asthe ones the authors show, and the part on ultrasonography might be alittle more comprehensive. Or maybe it is that the part on radiology is sodarn good than nothing else can match it! If you need to learn radiology,buy it and enjoy yourself for hours by looking at the beautiful picturesand reading the excellent descriptions. ... Read more

Book Description
This best-selling volume is your perfect introduction to chest radiology.You'll learn the basics of all the latest imaging technologies: MRI, high-resolution CT, multi-detector CT, and PET as well as traditional X-rays. A uniform, consistent presentation makes the material easy to master. Digital-quality illustrations, concise text, and many helpful algorithms and tables make it simple to find the information you need quickly. Each chapter has a "Pearls for Clinicians" section that gives you expert guidance for common clinical problems. ... Read more

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great book
This is a thoroughly readable, concise and well written book. It is ideal for radiology residents (a must) and primary care physicians. It is a must.

Good for clinicians. Too limited for radiology people..
I bought it as a first read in chest radiology. Its structure is right and covers most (all for beginners) thoracic radiology areas. However, the picture format is very small to recognize important signs and anatomy. Also, text is targeted solely at clinicians.

Radiology residents (and soon to be residents- like myself) should better face a real challenge- like Brant and Helms' Fundamentals of diagnostic radiology. ... Read more

Book Description
Now published in 2 volumes, the new edition of this landmark text gives you a succinct but comprehensive account of all currently available imaging modalities and their clinical applications. Extensively revised and restructured, it is an excellent review text for resident radiologists, offering detailed information on all the imaging modalities and interventional procedures needed for exam preparation. Additionally, it helps the practicing radiologists with a concentrated overview of the latest imaging techniques covering all parts of the body. ... Read more

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This book teaches radiology in a way that mimics a lively setting on thewards. To have fun in learning the theoretical basis of imaging and theinterpretation of radiographs and other modalities, in the context ofclinical examination and findings, this is the book for you. The basics of imaging are described using analogies from daily life to make them asunderstandable and memorable as possible. The material of radiology isdescribed using actual cases; the most common differential diagnoses arepresented. A great amount of image material supports the learning process. A storyline runs through the book: four students in their final year ofmedical school are involved in active discussion of the cases, so that the reader also feels a part of the diagnostic process. ... Read more

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great choice for radiology rotations
"Great new student book of Radiology - all you need to know and fun to read on top of it all.

I used this textbook during my radiology rotation. It gives you a
comprehensive understanding of radiology. If you ever felt lost and helpless in the face of a complicated radiograph you will enjoy this book. Ittells you the basics of image analysis, the specifics for frequent and relevant clinical settings and some fun facts on top of that - the "rugger jersey spine" of osteomalacia, for example.
The phrasing of the book makes makes a real difference: This is no dead serious textbook to take you to sleep. Following a group of interns through their radiology rotation keeps the level of concentration high when other texts get boring.That is a real plus when learning in the evening after a long day in the hospital.The illustrations are of high quality. The price is right.

To sum it up: This book is a solid introduction to radiology and a great choice for radiology rotations." ... Read more

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A concise overview of current radiologic imaging for radiology residents. The only extensively illustrated book that presents a problem-oriented review of the most common disease states in their radiologic presentation. Features a unique problem-solving approach using question-oriented exercises in each chapter. ... Read more

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This new volume in the best-selling Radiology Requisites series concisely synthesizes all of today's core knowledge about mammography. Clinically oriented coverage encompasses everything from basic principles through the latest diagnostic imaging techniques, equipment, and technology. Practice-proven tips and excellent problem-solving discussions are accompanied by more than 700 images of the highest quality. The result is an outstanding review source for certification or recertification, as well as a highly user-friendly resource for everyday clinical practice. ... Read more

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Wonderful book
One of the best books in Breast imaging in my opinion.
Most of the images are of good quality.
Concise but complete. All the needed stuff is in there. ... Read more

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This volume in the popular Requisites in Radiology series concisely presents all of today's need-to-know information in neuroradiology. Completely revised and updated, it progresses from the basics of imaging techniques and anatomy to brain diseases and neurodegenerative and congenital abnormalities. It then discusses the subsites of neuroradiology, the head and neck, and degenerative and non-degenerative diseases of the spine. This compact, clinically oriented, easy-to-read format makes it exceptionally useful as a study tool for boards and the CAQ exam for the subspecialty. ... Read more

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Complete
This book has all the information you need on this field. And the pictures are great.
Great book.

too damn long
This book strays a lot on main pertinent findings and tends to ramble.There is TOOOOOOOO much information at times.The next edition is suppose to be cleaned up quite a bit.Otherwise its a decent book.

Sí, pero No. Le falta bastante....
Cuando un Radiólogo ( no neuroradiólogo ) ocupado necesita revisar un texto de Neuroradiología para resolver un caso o revisar un capítulo determinado de la patología, creo quese puede afirmar rotundamente que buscará una fuente que:
1. Exponga con rigor y actualización el estado actual del conocimiento de la materia, sin información supreflua y con una organización atractiva y fácil de digerir.
2. Ilustre iconográficamente el topic e forma apropiada, con profusión y calidad de ejemplos.
3. Aporte orientaciones prácticas ( protocolos, algoritmos diagnósticos, diagnósticos diferenciales ilustados etc).

El texto que nos ocupa creo que cumple adecuadamente con el primer punto ( aunque prefiero otros como el clásico de Anne Osborn), cumple mal con el segundo( ilustraciones escasas y en algunos casos de muy baja calidad) siendo en este sentido totalmente superado incluso por textos más antiguos como el Kirkwood y absolutamente arrasado por la oferta de Amirsys; por otro lado, cumple discretamente con el tercer punto.

He leido el texto y diría que es aceptablemente bueno pero si me piden consejó, recomendaría la lectura del clásico de la profesora Americana acompañado de su excelente libro del proyecto Amirsys. Por supuesto, esto hace necesario gastar más dinero....

was not in a good condition
The book is great but though I was charged for the shipping and handling , still I recieved the book in a bad shape and I did not complain because my last purchase was the same and I/my account/reputation with the custmer servicewould have looked bad.
But generally the book is great and I recommend it for every body but try to ship it to the US address and let somebody bring it to you as it will save you money and you will have an undamaged book which you could sell it in the future

Pretty good book, and cheap too!

"Whew! It is never over. This book has been a pustule on our rear for so long. I will never write a third edition - you can bet the estate on it. So yes, David, you can be the first author of the third edition. ...."

So begins the introduction by Robert Grossman to this second edition of "Neuroradiology: The Requisites".

It is a bit strange to see so many bad jokes and bad poems and such blunt Asperger syndrome-type language in what should be a dry and scholarly textbook for serious professionals, but at least the book is never boring. RIG and DMY manage to skewer surgeons, lawyers, HMOs, FMGs, other radiologists, their wives, each other, and most of all, Bill and Hilary Clinton, while educating us all about the essence of Neuroradiology. Strangely enough, the words "George Bush" are completely absent from this book - one wonders because the authors work hard to be equal opportunity jokesters, and DMY states in the book that he is a liberal Democrat. But then, remember that this book was finished right around the time that the War in Iraq Part Deux was getting started, a time when people were getting death threats just for even wondering out loud - "Gee what if Saddam doesn't have any WMDs?" I do get a distinct feeling that both these guys were probably in favor of regime change in Iraq in any case.

(For all you young, liberal Democrat, whippersnapper Radiology residents out there, basking in your multiple job offers, let me explain that Bill and Hilary will forever live in a very hot and dark place in the memories of older Radiologists for creating the last big Down cycle in our field, the Great Job Depression of 1994-1998. In one of his first major policy speeches on health care reform, Bill Clinton singled out the MRI scanner as a prime example of how expensive and wasteful healthcare in the US had become. Subsequently, the volume of MRI scans nationwide shot downward, MR centers closed right and left, and radiology jobs disappeared. In the fall of 1995, there were only four full time radiology job openings in the entire state of California advertised in the ACR Professional Bureau.............Never Forget! Never Forgive!)

This book is more than enough for the Radiology resident studying to take the Radiology Boards. That's what it was designed for.It is also a great book for the old farts in private practice to review and get updated on the latest stuff.

Being an old fart in private practice, I read this book to study for the Maintenance of Certificate (MOC) exam for the Neuroradiology CAQ. I passed, but I'm pretty sure they graded on a curve, because that was one heck of a hard test, way harder than the original Neuro CAQ. Good thing I also scanned through Ann Osborne's "Diagnostic Imaging: Brain"; plus I paged through Som and Curtin's two volume "Head and Neck Imaging" book on CD. Both texts were also useful for the MOC.

Ah, what the heck, they probably passed everybody .......don't let me scare you, go ahead and take the MOC....

The only criticism that I have for this book is that a few of the illustrations are just awful, really poor transfers from the original. The authors do acknowledge this problem in the introduction. Plus, for some interesting entities there are no images, whereas for some relatively common things (at least in private practice, possibly these are extremely rare in academia?) like synovial cysts of the lumbar spine, there are, what, some FIFTEEN images?! Like, I have NEVER seen a synovial cyst before, please show me more examples!

But then again, there were a series of questions about synovial cysts of the lumbar spine on the MOC exam. So, kudos, for a job well done!
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Book Description
Dental Radiology flash cards includes 150 cards covering a broad range ofsubjects that helps students understand the art and science of ora lstructure and radiation. Some of the topics discussed are uses and terminology, interaction of atoms, x-ray beam characteristics, radiatio nbiology, radiation protection, dental film, film processing, darkroo merrors, infection control terminology, rules of geometric image formation, techniques, and normal radiographic anatomy. ... Read more

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Dental Radiology Flash Cards
Very helpful for someone preparing for the Radiology Exam in the field of Dental Assisting. ... Read more

Book Description
An excellent orientation to the field of radiologic technology, this book has launched the careers of generations of successful radiographers. It covers basic learning skills and provides a historical overview of medicine and radiology. With this text, readers will have not only a solid introduction to the coursework that will follow in their radiography program, but they will also know what to expect from a career in the imaging sciences, what will be required in the practice environment, and what their options will be for advancement. ... Read more

Book Description
This is the long-awaited new edition of a classic that set a new standardin diagnostic radiology. A vast amount of information that helps theradiologist to organize his or her thoughts and narrow down a list ofdifferential diagnoses to the most likely is provided in tabular formthroughout; more than 2000 radiographs clearly illustrate the imagingfindings. The new edition has been greatly updated both to reflect theincreasing importance of sectional imaging techniques, and to add hundreds of newer cases of better diagnostic quality. A classic that should not bemissing in any radiologist's library. ... Read more

Book Description
This book is written as a system-based clinical-radiological review providing images from the latest available imaging modalities and covers all major diseases that are encountered in everyday clinical practice. A problem-orientated approach is used. Every chapter contains a collection of clinical cases, each with a short clinical description and initial imaging followed by pertinent questions regarding the imaging findings (colour coded in red outline). The second part of each chapter contains the case diagnosis, a discussion of the role of imaging in the presenting problem, a recommended sequence for further imaging evaluation, and illustrative examples of the same disease using different imaging modalities for further investigation. Images of conditions in the differential diagnosis are also provided (colour coded in blue outline). This textbook is written by experienced radiologists working in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. It will serve as an ideal text for medical students and radiology trainees. ... Read more

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great resource
This book provides an excellent resource for medical students and for imaging professionals.
The images and the dignoses are clearly demonstrated and all anatomical systems are represented across the modalities.
I highly recommend this book to all preparing radiology exams or just wanting to refresh knowledge. ... Read more

Book Description
Prepare for success on the boards with this state-of-the-art review of radiologic physics!Each chapter offers a concise outline of the information you need to know today.Original diagrams make complex concepts easy to understand and more than 550 multiple-choice questions, with answers and explanations, allow you to test your understanding of the full range of topics.Plus, a bonus CD-ROM bound in the back of every book contains over 1,800 slides of supplementary review material. ... Read more

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Radiologic Physics
This thin book is packed with high yield information and plenty of questions.This is a good adjunct to physics lectures and the recalls; written by one of the authorities in the field.Huda contains less math, numbers, and questions in comparison to this book.You have to get the information somehow and this is one way to do it.I would not recommend using this text alone without another source of education, it is a review book with prepatory questions for the Physics boards.

Adequate book as an outline for board preparation
The simplistic presentation in a bullet format is presented in this book in a clear concise format.Augmented with a CD ROM containing Power Point Slides of key concepts this book is useful to get the BASIC framework for learning.Some areas where it is not as good are Mammography, MRI and Fluoroscopy.The questions are challenging and useful but not to the level of difficulty of the ABR's Physics examination.The Powerpoint slides are limited since there is no cross reference to them in the textbook.

How would I recommend using this book?As a first year, I would recommend reading the book cover to cover.Then add to that by using Huda and Bushberg to solidify your knowledge base.The pace of the book realistically speaking takes about 1-1.5 hours to read the chapter and answer the questions without looking back.It takes about 2 weeks to cover the material (in case you are trying to pace yourself).

Overall, it is a worthwhile read and is more clear than Huda.However, I felt it was complementary to Huda and not an all inclusive source for material to pass. ... Read more