4th year medical books

So, I did a mistake. I was asked to recommend books for 4th year but instead I wrote about 3rd year books. My bad. So, 4th year is when you start your cycles (or posting). Mainly we used lecture materials but these are some of the books that I liked.

1. Obstetric
I mainly read a photostate copy of a translated ukrainian book. It fits the russian curriculum but most of the treatment are bizarre (acc to western standards).
Also, Obstetric by dutta is also helpful. However, my experience is, no matter how much book you read, it wont be enough for the teachers. I don't know where you can find the pdf version of the books.

Supplementary books :
Obstetric and gynaecology at a glance
A very good book. Equipped with many pictures. Plus you can use it during Gynae cycle on 5th year
http://www.4shared.com/document/bsApcIdG/OBSTETRICS_AND_GYNECOLOGY_AT_A.htm

акушерство айламазян
If you have the time, you can start preparing for the state exam. This book is very good unfortunately, I just can't find the time to read it.
http://www.booksmed.com/akuwerstvo/27-akusherstvo-uchebnik-dlya-medicinskix-vuzov.html

2. Neurology
I actually love neurology but I was not inspired. Main source of information are lectures. So try asking the seniors for their notes. Some lectures are very interesting (if given by the right person) , some are just lullaby. Books that I read and personally recommend is Neurology and neurosurgery ilustrated (by the title you can guess why I loved this book - the word ilustrated), unfortunately I don't have the link for you to skim through the book.

Supplementarry books :
Mayo clinic, essential neurology
http://www.4shared.com/document/XXB7j8qb/Mayo_Clinic_Essential_Neurolog.htm

3. Ear, nose and throat
Lecture materials are important, notes from seniors and for textbook.
ENT by dhingra is mostly used. Buy it from your frien in India, it is cheaper.
http://www.4shared.com/document/zR6pTEtK/Diseases_of_Ear_Nose_and_Throa.htm

4. Opthalmology
Lecture materials are important. If I am not mistaken, the library have some books but I think it is better use for revision. For textbook find Opthalmology by khurana. Quite easy to understand. Plus with each purchase you are give a small pocketbook.
http://www.4shared.com/document/LfEF7z-C/Khurana_ophthal.htm

supplementary books :
Color atlas of opthalmology
http://www.4shared.com/document/Ngrp-MRU/Color_Atlas_Of_Ophthalmology.htm

5. Pediatrics
Lecture materials are useful I guess. I usually read russian textbook as the exam will be a state exam (meaning in russian)
For pediatrics :
http://www.booksmed.com/pediatriya/34-pediatriya-uchebnik-dlya-medicinskix-vuzov.html
For infectious diseases of children :
http://www.booksmed.com/infekcionnye-bolezni/45-infekcionnye-bolezni-u-detej-timchenko.html

supplementary book :
Pediatric protocols in malaysia

6. Dermatology
Notes are from lectures but I suggest you learn dermatology by looking at pictures.
Fitzpatrick colour atlas and synopsis of dermatology
http://www.4shared.com/document/S5KBhk-D/Fitzpatricks_Color_Atlas_and_S.htm

7. Internal medicine
Basicly are the same topic from last year with added criteria for diagnosis and treatment. The lecture note are from Kumar & Clark with some additional notes. Most malaysian student have Harrisonns. These books are good but they lack the treatment part of it. I supplemented the information froom lectures with Merck manual (you can get in in iphone). I suggest you get a physical examination book. I used MacLeods (you can find the link on 3rd year medical book post). Most student studying in Malaysia use Tally's PE.

8. Surgery
Mainly I use lecture notes. Many students have Bailey's.

Supplementary books:
http://www.booksmed.com/hirurgiya/168-xirurgicheskie-bolezni-kuzin-uchebnik.html
A good book, lack pictures thoough.

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3nd year medical books - a review

I hated my 3rd year of education. It was hell and I only remembered scraps from what I learned. If I was given the chance, I would not sleep and only study during my 3rd year (don't worry, I laughed at myself too). So this are some of the book that I have managed to read and would recommend.

Pathological anatomy
1. Textbook of pathology by Harsh Mohan
For a textbook written in India, it was really simple to understand with a lot of pictures (something you would rarely see in a russian textbook). I seriouly recomend this book you will use it even after you have passed your pat anat exam.

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1624266184/Textbook%20of%20Pathology-%20Harsh%20Mohan.chm

2. Robins basic pathology
I personally never read this book but most of my friend studying in Malaysia use this book

part 1: http://www.filesonic.com/file/1430515274/Robins%20pathology.part1.rar
part 2:
http://www.filesonic.com/file/1430515194/Robins%20pathology.part2.rar

Pharmacology
Basicly the textbook given by the university is enough but if you have the time I recommend you read these books.

1. Lippincott's Ilustrated review : pharmacology
I like pictures (full stop) This books have lots of them.

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1482739361/Lippincott_s_Illustrated_Reviews__Pharmacology__4th_Edition_.chm

2. Katzung and trevor pharmacology review
What I like about this books that it a Q&A part. A very good book.
http://www.filesonic.com/file/1483147751/Katzung.chm

Internal medicine
Basicly you have to eat, sleep with the book given by the university. Clinical examination is usually taught by the teachers. My experience is that it is not enough, so I recommend you read:

1. Macleod's Clinical Examination: 12th Edition
I first saw this book while doing practical in Malaysia. Most of manipal student's carry this book in the ward. I have skimmed through it and regret that have not known it sooner. Other universities in malaysia uses different book but I guess this is enough.

http://www.filesonic.com/file/1426418924/Macleoid.rar

Surgery
Well, I can't help you here. I actually have no idea what I learned during surgery and basicly caused me to be "complimented" (sigh) during my practical in Malaysia.


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My first..... MRCP book

I know it will be along time before I can even think about taking MRCP but I guess it is useful for the final. What I like about the book is its cover (kidding). Well the book explain the problems well, with simple language that even a medical student from Russia can understand. Of course the book does not have enough depth to cover all the main question in MRCP exam but what it has successfully achieved is to show an overview of what to expect and what to do if you a given an MRCP like question. Highly recommended to jumpstart your study for finals/MRCP




look how cute the book is :)

Download: http://www.4shared.com/document/8tJ5g7LU/MRCP_-_My_First_Mrcp_Book.htm

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