Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Tenth Edition (LANGE Basic Science) [Paperback]

Warren Levinson (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071496203 | ISBN-13: 978-0071496209 | Publication Date: May 8, 2008 | Edition: 10

Ace the USMLE Step 1 and course exams with the most concise, easy-to-use, and frequently updated medical microbiology and immunology review!

"...an excellent resource for students as well as residents looking for a reference to aid them during their rotations....There are many microbiology review books aimed at students getting ready for national board exams. This book surpasses many of those in terms of basics and, especially, clinical relevance. The quick reference section as well as the hundreds of USMLE-type questions makes this a very solid and complete study companion. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service

To put your preparation for USMLE Step 1 and course exams on the fast track, only one resource will do: Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology. Completely updated throughout, the Tenth Edition presents a high-yield review of the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology.

Equally importantly, the book also emphasizes the real-world clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases. One look, and you'll see why it's the definitive microbiology course and exam quick review!

Everything you need to thoroughly and rapidly prepare for the exam:

• The most frequently updated microbiology review available--one that enhances your understanding of the clinical relevance of microbiology
• Over 600 sample questions to test your knowledge
• A complete USMLE-style exam with case-based questions
• Review questions and case studies to reinforce essential material
• Summaries of important microorganisms
• Summary tables that emphasize the need-to-know aspects of infectious diseases
• Basic science pearls that summarize fundamental concepts
• Information-packed tables and figures
• NEW! Chapter on Ectoparasites, such as scabies mites, lice, nits, and spider bites
• New! Insert of 70 color images, including Gram stains, bacteriological lab tests, viral electron micrographs and inclusion bodies, fungal stains, and protozoan and worm micrographs

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About the Author

Warren Levinson, MD, PhD, is Professor of Microbiology, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of California, San Francisco

Product Details

• Paperback: 684 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical; 10 edition (May 8, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071496203
• ISBN-13: 978-0071496209
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.3 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.3 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #585,468 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book, Bad Index, October 16, 2008

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B. Stephens (Sacramento, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Tenth Edition (LANGE Basic Science) (Paperback)

I received this book about a week ago to supplement my studying for my Medical Immunology and Microbiology course. This has been terrific at helping to clarify the lectures that my professors give. The only problem that I've found is that the Index is not always correct in terms of page numbers. If you are looking for something and can't find it on the pages listed in the index, look a page before or after (usually after) the page listed and you should find it. Besides that, I'm really glad that I purchased this book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Immunology Section! Must read for Step 1, June 7, 2010

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This review is from: Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Tenth Edition (LANGE Basic Science) (Paperback)

I only read the 90 or so pages of this book that covered Immunology as per the recommendation of many other students that had used it solely for that. It is by far the best immunology text I have come across, especially for Step 1 review (on account of the short length of the immuno section) and I own at least 3 immuno books including High Yield, Case Files, and some Lange review of Micro/Immuno book that I do not think are nearly as good. If you are thinking about buying an Immunology book to review for Step 1 or even to use during a med school immunology course, look no further. I highly recommend this book.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Book, June 7, 2009

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J. Van Heertum (Morristown, NJ United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology, Tenth Edition (LANGE Basic Science) (Kindle Edition)

I had Dr. Chamberlain as my infectious Disease instructor. He is able to make a difficult subject both interesting and entertaining. The format of the book allows for a complete understanding of how infectious microbes effect different organ systems. Together with the easy to undestand text and fantastic color pictures, it makes for one of the best medical microbiology book on the market. Do yourself a favor and do not pass up this book...you will not regret it.