General Surgery Review, 2nd Edition [Paperback]

Martin A. Makary (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 25, 2008 | ISBN-10: 097606622X | ISBN-13: 978-0976066224 | Edition: 2nd

General Surgery Review is a comprehensive review presented in a unique case-based format. Topics are summarized in easy-to-remember capsules with exam pearls interjected throughout.

Martin A. Makary, a general surgeon at the Johns Hopkins Hospital, has assembled the review in conjunction with his colleagues and many other national experts.

A "quick-read" the book can serve as a last minute study aid or a general framework for learning about the field of surgery, including a relevant review of all relevant subspecialties. Unlike many other books, General Surgery Review excludes controversial management in order to present an easy-to-remember foundation of knowledge. Thus, the book focuses on "the basics" to provide the reader with a broad command of the field.

Editorial Reviews

Review

...information is presented in a straightforward, concise manner -- --Archives of Surgery

...provides easy-to-remember information... General Surgery Review is highly recommended --British Journal of Surgery

General Surgery Review uniquely identifies key points which repeatedly appear on the annual ABSITE exam. --Christopher Benjamin, Georgetown University Hospital

About the Author

Dr. Makary is the Mark Ravitch Chair of Gastrointestinal Surgery and Director of the Johns Hopkins Center for Surgical Outcomes Research. He specializes in advanced laparoscopy, pancreas surgery, gastro-intestinal tumors, and special issues of elderly patients.

Dr. Makary is an active surgeon and researcher, serving jointly on the faculty of the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine and School of Public Health. Dr. Makary serves in leadership roles for the United Nations World Health Organization (WHO), the International Union of Risk Management, and is a regular medical guest on CNN. He is the author of several books on public health and surgery, patient safety, quality of care, and health policy.

He completed his education at Bucknell University, Thomas Jefferson University, and Harvard University and completed his general surgical training at Georgetown University and further sub-specialty training in pancreaticobiliary and GI surgery at Johns Hopkins University.

His current research interests focus on the delivery of quality care, the science of medical errors and patient safety, international health, and health policy. He has several ongoing studies including the clinical and public health implications new technologies in surgery. Dr. Makary also serves as Co-Director of the Johns Hopkins Quality and Safety Research Group at Fells Point.

Product Details

• Paperback: 575 pages
• Publisher: Ladner-Drysdale; 2nd edition (January 25, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 097606622X
• ISBN-13: 978-0976066224
• Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 8.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #321,993 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Review for Boards, November 29, 2008

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Julia Nelson (Bethesda, MD) - See all my reviews

This review is from: General Surgery Review, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I purchased the 2nd Edition and found it extremely helpful in preparing for Boards. The case studies covered a wide range of situations.

5.0 out of 5 stars Great review, January 6, 2012

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T. Ali "SurgFreak" (Canada) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: General Surgery Review, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

I got this based on the reviews. It is worth it. I love this book and it is a good review for general surgery. The cases are optimal and what you are usually asked in orals.
As they say, you still have to read a big textbook.

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Read for ALL surgical Residents, October 11, 2011

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Dr. M. Ghannam - See all my reviews

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This review is from: General Surgery Review, 2nd Edition (Paperback)

Amazing surgical review book...this is the least that I could say about it. It really increases your understanding for surgery in general and takes you in a timely review of surgery focusing on the most important and high-yield points that are frequently asked in major surgical exams.

As chief resident in general surgery, I recommend this review to all my junior colleagues in surgery.