Ophthalmology Secrets: Questions You Will Be Asked, in the office, in the OR, on Oral Exams [Paperback]

James F. Vander MD (Author), Janice Gault MD (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 156053429X | ISBN-13: 978-1560534297 | Publication Date: December 17, 2001 | Edition: 2

This completely updated top-seller in ophthalmology continues the tradition of the highly popular Secrets Series®. From basic science to visual fields and refraction, from the basic eye exam to discussions of all ophthalmologic disorders, from contact lenses to corneal transplantation, problems of the aging eye, and pediatric disorders-this book presents all the key elements of ophthalmology for clinical use and for rounds and board preparation.

Editorial Reviews

Review

What a nice concept is realized in this book - the whole field of ophthalmology is covered by a comprehensive question-answer system. It is enjoyable to read as it combines the increase of knowledge with a self-examination effect as well as the opportunity to jump into the text whenever desired. This concept and the reader-friendly format make the book a very good precursor for examinations. A good example of how learning can be enjoyable and yet effective. Try it and convince yourself.
Graefe's Arch Clin Exp Ophthalmology

Product Details

• Paperback: 415 pages
• Publisher: Hanley & Belfus; 2 edition (December 17, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 156053429X
• ISBN-13: 978-1560534297
• Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,646,108 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A solid, unique reference book., June 7, 2000

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Danny (San Francisco) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ophthalmology Secrets (Secrets Series) (Paperback)

This book is unique among the myriad of ophthalmology texts. It is in the form of question and answer. I find that retention of relevant information compliments this approach. Reading in this style is pleasurable. This is one book I do not regret purchasing.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must read for the oral boards, February 15, 2004

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"doctorjon" (Princeton, NJ) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Ophthalmology Secrets: Questions You Will Be Asked, in the office, in the OR, on Oral Exams (Paperback)

This book is a real gem for any trainee in ophthalmology. I read it initially as a medical student, and then again for the oral boards. Without a doubt, this is the most concise book for the orals, and many of the questions that I was asked were well reviewed by the authors of this book. It made my orals a snap!

4.0 out of 5 stars Ophthalmology Secrets, July 10, 2006

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Scott Steinman OD (Memphis, TN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Ophthalmology Secrets: Questions You Will Be Asked, in the office, in the OR, on Oral Exams (Paperback)

This is a good book designed for studying for board or oral exams, covering a wide range of ophthalmic disorders. Its sole weaknesses are: (1) Paucity of information in a few questions that can lead the reader astray when narrowing down the possible diagnoses, (2) An odd selection of questions on topics such as optics and color vision, with partially correct or simplistic answers. The book would be better if the author had restricted its scope to disease, which is its area of strength.