Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes: Top 180 Vignettes of Surgical Diseases (5th Edition) – Carlos Pestana |9781506254340|

Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes is the most trusted name in surgical board preparation. Designed specifically for the fast-paced life of a medical student on rotation, this guide distills the vast field of surgery into the "Top 180" most frequently tested vignettes. Dr. Carlos Pestana, a legendary educator, provides a concise, logic-based approach to surgical diagnosis and management, ensuring you are prepared for both the wards and the high-stakes USMLE Step 2 CK.

About the Book

The 5th Edition of Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes remains the "gold standard" for concise clinical review. Unlike dense textbooks, this Kaplan Test Prep guide uses a brief, diagnostic-focused format that mimics the actual exam. It covers all the essential subspecialties, including trauma, orthopedics, neurosurgery, and pediatric surgery. The book is specifically formatted to fit in a white coat pocket, making it the perfect resource for "down-time" between cases or during pre-rounding.

What You’ll Learn / Why Read

Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes teaches you the "classic presentations" of surgical diseases. You will learn to recognize the "must-know" surgical emergencies and the prioritized steps in management—identifying when to operate and when to observe. The book includes 180 vignettes for self-testing, along with a bonus section on surgical "pearls" and common pitfalls to avoid. It is the definitive resource for mastering the "surgical mindset" required to excel on your Shelf exam and confidently answer pimping questions in the OR.

Author Bio

Dr. Carlos Pestana, MD, PhD, is a world-renowned surgeon and medical educator. For decades, his teaching methods at the University of Texas have helped thousands of students master the complexities of surgery with ease and humor.

Product Details

• Author: Carlos Pestana, MD

• Publisher: Kaplan Publishing

• Language: English

• Format: Paperback

• ISBN-13: 978-1506254340

• Genre: Medical / Surgery / Test Prep

• Pages: 200+ Pages

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Questions & Answers

Is this the latest edition? Yes, the 5th Edition is the most current version, updated to align with the latest USMLE Step 2 CK standards.

Does it fit in a white coat pocket? Yes, it is specifically designed with a slim profile for on-the-go clinical review.

Does us ship this internationally? Absolutely! We offer fast global shipping to medical students in the UK, Canada, Australia, and beyond.

Is it helpful for the Surgery Shelf exam? This is widely considered the #1 most important resource for the NBME Surgery Shelf exam.

Are there practice questions included? The book is built around 180 vignettes which act as interactive practice cases to test your diagnostic logic.