Instant Anatomy (Paperback)

by Robert H., Md. Whitaker (Author), Neil R., Phd. Borley (Author) "Right coronary artery. Originates from the anterior aortic sinus..." (more)
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Product Description
University of Cambridge, U.K. Quick-reference synopsis of anatomy for medical students. Traces the route of arteries, veins, nerves, and the lymphatics in drawings similar to a wiring diagram. DNLM: Anatomy, Regional - handbooks.

Book Description
Indispensable dip-in revision aidInstant Anatomy is quite different from other anatomy books available. It presents the fundamental anatomical information needed for clinical practice in an easily accessible dip-in format. Each topic is concisely displayed in a double-page spread to provide a unique anatomical approach across systems. This logical and intuitive approach emphasizes the anatomical relationships needed for cross sectional scanning and computer generated reconstructional imaging. It allows structures such as blood vessels and nerves to be seen in their entirety instead of regionally as they are so often described in standard textbooks. This edition has been updated and expanded to include more on the foramina chapter. --This text refers to the Paperback edition.

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Product Details

• Paperback: 193 pages
• Publisher: Blackwell Science (September 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0865428220
• ISBN-13: 978-0865428225
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.2 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon.com Sales Rank: #2,451,534 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent visual based learning, May 2, 2004

By	Docfirestein (Littlestown, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Instant Anatomy (Paperback)

This is an excellent book for those who are keen on visual based learning. It is not an adequate substitute for a text or a proper atlas, but it's great for just before the test sorta crammin'. I studied under Whitaker, and he is by far one of the best Anatomical teachers I have ever seen as far as graphically based learning/teaching is concerned. If you're reading this Dr. Whitaker, publish more of the sketches you use during lectures! None of the diagrams actually look directly like their anatomical representatives, but that's irrelevant. The main emphasis is on connections and relationships, as opposed to direct identification. A must have! It's so good that I've already had two copies stolen from me! Obviously, it's a big hit with other students as well...

5.0 out of 5 stars Great for cranial nerves, April 13, 2009

By	S. Gandhi - See all my reviews (REAL NAME)

This review is from: Instant Anatomy (Paperback)

I started using this book when we started the head and neck section in my anatomy class and I was hooked. To learn the cranial nerves it was the best. I memorized the pathways of each nerve and was completely set for the exam. I even refer to it now once in a while in my neuroanatomy course. I wish I would have used it through the entire course because it has some great sections on the arteries and nerves to simplify things and it's great to find a condensed resource where you can see all the muscles a particular nerve innervates. Also, the muscle charts were great as a review before the NBME subject test. I know that I will continue to use this book for a long time after first year.

5.0 out of 5 stars Anatomy at your fingertips, October 3, 2007

By	sytaraSTAR (CA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Instant Anatomy (Paperback)

This is a great book for quick reference. I use it A LOT when trying to visualize the path a specific artery or nerve runs. It is a great reference for diagramming things. I find I learn best when I draw things out -- this book helps you get the basics down.