BRS Physiology (Board Review Series) [Paperback]

Linda S. Costanzo (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0781773113 | ISBN-13: 978-0781773119 | Publication Date: July 24, 2006 | Edition: Fourth

Thoroughly updated for its Fourth Edition, BRS Physiology is an excellent aid for students preparing for the USMLE Step 1. The book concisely reviews key physiological principles and includes clinical correlations throughout to emphasize connections between basic physiology and clinical medicine. Numerous illustrations, tables, and flow charts help students visualize material quickly and aid in long-term retention. End-of-chapter USMLE-style questions and a comprehensive end-of-book exam test the student's problem-solving skills, and clearly explained answers guide the student through the correct steps in reasoning. This edition features increased coverage of pathophysiology, new questions, and a new two-color design and artwork.

Product Details

• Paperback: 352 pages
• Publisher: Lippincott Williams & Wilkins; Fourth edition (July 24, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0781773113
• ISBN-13: 978-0781773119
• Product Dimensions: 9.9 x 6.9 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (52 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #19,383 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #45 in Books > Education & Reference > Education > Testing
  • #80 in Books > Medical Books > Basic Sciences > Physiology
  • #81 in Books > Medical Books > Medicine > Test Preparation & Review

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Can be used as primary text., May 19, 2010

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Thio Che Liong (SG) - See all my reviews

This review is from: BRS Physiology (Board Review Series) (Paperback)

My school has a unique curriculum, we only have a year of basic sciences before going to clinic. As a result, everything, including Physiology, was ridiculously crammed. We had to read cardiac physiology in a NIGHT, with about 100 pages+ from a Guyton physiology to understand on first reading. But this BRS Physiology was sufficient even for first learning. Just read the book and if there is any point that you are interested to pursue deeper or are not sure about, check it in a conventional textbook like Guyton.

I highly recommend BRS physiology for medical students who are overwhelmed and desperate.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars An excellent book, December 16, 2006

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Alexander N. (Los Angeles, CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: BRS Physiology (Board Review Series) (Paperback)

This is one of the best medical physiology review books that I've seen. Others people on Amazon have extensively reviewed this book, so I'll use the following format for review:

Clarity: 5/5- It was easy to read and understand.
Brevity: 5/5- Used few words without sacrificing clarity.
Depth: 3/5- If you need more depth read her other book published by Saunders.
Breadth: 4/5- Not as comprehensive as could be, but good for a review.
Illustration quality: 4/5- I would have preferred a little more illustrations, however, again, can't ask too much from a review book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Best title in the series!, March 29, 2008

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TxMedStudent - See all my reviews

This review is from: BRS Physiology (Board Review Series) (Paperback)

I think this is the best BRS there is. I used this book for course exam prep as well as board review. It is a great tool to highlight important concepts, and it explains things in a simple and effective way with the right amount of information.