First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition (First Aid USMLE) [Paperback]

Tao Le (Author), Vikas Bhushan (Author), Mae Sheikh-Ali (Author), Fadi Abu Shahin (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071624252 | ISBN-13: 978-0071624251 | Publication Date: October 15, 2009 | Edition: 3

Trust the #1 selling USMLE Step 2 CS review book for the most thorough, score-boosting exam preparation possible!

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The best USMLE Step 2 CS review got just got even better! The third edition of First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS has been updated based on feedback from US and international medical student test takers. This student-to-student guide thoroughly prepares you for frequently tested cases, including telephone exams, to ensure CS success.

• 41 full-length practice cases that simulate the real exam – including all new pediatric and telephone interviews as well as suggested closing statements for each case
• A revised and expanded set of minicases representing common complaints designed to help you rapidly develop a set of differential diagnoses
• Time management advice to maximize your clinical encounters
• Step-by-step strategies for interacting with standardized patients, including “difficult patients”
• Detailed descriptions of high-yield physical exam maneuvers that will win you points without costing time
• Proven study and exam strategies from students who passed

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About the Author

Tao Le, MD, MHS is Assistant Professor of Medicine and Pediatrics in the Division of Allergy and Clinical Immunology at The University of Louisville. He is the founder of USMLE Rx.com, an online subscription database of USMLE review questions.
Vikas Bhushan, MD practices diagnostic radiology in Los Angeles.
Mae Sheikh-Ali, MD is Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, Division of Endocrinology, University of Florida College of Medicine-Jacksonville, Jacksonville, FL.
Fadi Abu Shahin, MD, is a Fellow in Gynecologic Oncology at the Cleveland Clinic.

Product Details

• Paperback: 414 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical; 3 edition (October 15, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071624252
• ISBN-13: 978-0071624251
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.4 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (20 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,159 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #20 in Books > Medical Books > Medicine > Test Preparation & Review

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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Felt prepared for the exam, December 2, 2010

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This review is from: First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition (First Aid USMLE) (Paperback)

I read this book the week before my clinical skill exam. The first section contains general information about the testing center areas. There are hotels listed, restaurants, and transportation suggestions. The next section contains information about the format of the exam and the expectations. It reviews how to introduce yourself, what types of questions to ask, and what to do in the physical exam. I appreciated this since I had been on surgery the past couple of rotations, so I needed a refresher. The next section had "mini-cases". They gave little scenarios, then a good differential and examples of diagnostic studies to order. The last section had more in-depth cases. The formats given were the same as the real exam. They give you check-offs that are specific on what information you should get. It also has tips on difficult patients you might encounter. Then, a sample note is given. It takes a while to get through the book, and it is such an annoying test to prepare for! But I was nervous and this book allowed me to feel well prepared. I will delete this post if I don't end up passing!!

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good enough, November 11, 2010

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Dr. Gubernaculum "Dr. Guber" (AZ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition (First Aid USMLE) (Paperback)

You don't really need much to pass this thing, and trust me when I say it's easy to pass. Read through the baby cases a few times, do the mock exam if you're school has one and you'll be fine. If you want to be crazy about it, you could always ad the "mastering the USMLE CS," but no way I had time to go through that. Study this one for a week, then the plane ride there if it applys, be nice to the patients and you're good.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent book for cs exam, July 22, 2011

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Jenny Smith (Tampa, Florida USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: First Aid for the USMLE Step 2 CS, Third Edition (First Aid USMLE) (Paperback)

I reviewed this book with my brother who was preparing for the comlex pe exam. We found everything we needed in the text. We watched csevideo with the first aid and it was like seeing the text come to life. I highly recommend this combination for either the comlex or the cs exam. Yes, we both passed with a greats scores.