medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 (Kaplan Medessenitals for the USMLE Step 1) [Paperback]

Michael Manley (Author), Leslie D. Manley (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1607144824 | ISBN-13: 978-1607144823 | Publication Date: December 1, 2009 | Edition: 3rd

medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 offers a thorough review of early medical school curriculum and the highest-yield prep for the USMLE. Ranked at “A” level by First Aid for the USMLE Step 1, this book is an ideal textbook companion for first- and second-year medical students.

Structured by organ system, medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 packs multiple disciplines into one manual and reviews the core science concepts covered in medical programs and on the USMLE. Eight different online exercises feature a personalized learning matrix that provides a visual snapshot of a student’s strengths and weaknesses. A 12-page, full-color insert of medical photography illustrates the most tested concepts and diseases.

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About the Author

Kaplan Medical, the leader in health sciences test preparation, offers a wide range of options for USMLE preparation, including live lectures, video lectures, books, and online products. All courses and products are focused on providing the most exam-relevant information available.

Authors Michael S. Manley, MD, and Leslie D. Manley, PhD, are the directors of Basic Sciences and Step 1 curriculum for Kaplan Medical.

Product Details

• Paperback: 576 pages
• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing; 3rd edition (December 1, 2009)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1607144824
• ISBN-13: 978-1607144823
• Product Dimensions: 10.9 x 8.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #39,467 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #64 in Books > Education & Reference > Education > Test Guides - Graduate & Professional > Professional

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5 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent resource!, March 18, 2010

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This review is from: medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 (Kaplan Medessenitals for the USMLE Step 1) (Paperback)

This is a great complement to First Aid, as it has somewhat better organization and more in-depth explanations of key concepts. The best way to use it is probably to follow along all throughout your first two years, then focus more on First Aid during your intense Step1 study period, referring back to this when necessary.

I highly recommend this, and the Kaplan Step1 Qbook, to supplement your study materials.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good Review Book, February 13, 2010

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This review is from: medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 (Kaplan Medessenitals for the USMLE Step 1) (Paperback)

The book itself is great since it gives you some more info than the FA alone and has a better organization of the material, but i have only gone over a couple of sections. Get the book if you want a little more info than whats in the FA or you prefer table and diagrams.

The internet access questions are of very limited help when it comes to STEP studying, so i would not get the book because of the internet access.

Also, the book does not have a code like most review books that you have to scratch off. When you register on the site it will ask you, what the last word on a certain page is, and thats the code. Just read the pages where it talks about logging in to the site to register.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for Step 1, February 21, 2010

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This review is from: medEssentials for the USMLE Step 1 (Kaplan Medessenitals for the USMLE Step 1) (Paperback)

This is an excellent review book for Step 1. Very thorough with great pictures and charts and tables. Does not have mnemonics or ways to remember facts like First Aid but the amt of information is very good. A definite worthy purchase.