{"product_id":"dr-pestanas-surgery-notes-top-180-vignettes-kaplan","title":"Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes: Top 180 Vignettes of Surgical Diseases (5th Edition) – Carlos Pestana |9781506254340|","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"7\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDr. Pestana's Surgery Notes\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003eAbout the Book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eThe 5th Edition of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eDr. Pestana's Surgery Notes\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003eWhat You’ll Learn \/ Why Read\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"11\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDr. Pestana's Surgery Notes\u003c\/b\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eAuthor Bio\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003eDr. 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Carlos Pestana, MD\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Kaplan Publishing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Paperback\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 978-1506254340\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGenre:\u003c\/b\u003e Medical \/ Surgery \/ Test Prep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"15,6,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 200+ Pages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003eWhy Buy from Nybookshub\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eMedical students\u003c\/b\u003e trust Nybookshub for 100% authentic editions of Kaplan Test Prep materials. In medical education, every detail in a clinical vignette matters; we ensure you receive a crisp, high-quality printing that makes studying efficient. Our global shipping network provides fast, tracked delivery to medical schools and hospitals worldwide. At Nybookshub, we are committed to providing the high-yield tools that help the next generation of doctors cross the finish line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"18\"\u003eQuestions \u0026amp; Answers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"19\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"19\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eIs this the latest edition?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, the 5th Edition is the most current version, updated to align with the latest USMLE Step 2 CK standards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"20\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"20\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDoes it fit in a white coat pocket?\u003c\/b\u003e Yes, it is specifically designed with a slim profile for on-the-go clinical review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"21\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDoes Nybookshub ship this internationally?\u003c\/b\u003e Absolutely! 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