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Crash Course Anatomy

  • 4th Edition - April 25, 2012
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Louise Stenhouse
  • Editors: Susie Whiten, Daniel Horton-Szar
  • Language: English

The new series of Crash Course continues to provide readers with complete coverage of the MBBS curriculum in an easy-to-read, user-friendly manner. Building on the success of pr… Read more

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The new series of Crash Course continues to provide readers with complete coverage of the MBBS curriculum in an easy-to-read, user-friendly manner. Building on the success of previous editions, the new Crash Courses retain the popular and unique features that so characterised the earlier volumes. All Crash Courses have been fully updated throughout.

Key features

  • More than 200 illustrations present clinical, diagnostic and practical information in an easy-to-follow manner
  • Friendly and accessible approach to the subject makes learning especially easy
  • Written by students for students - authors who understand exam pressures
  • Contains ‘Hints and Tips’ boxes, and other useful aide-mémoires
  • Succinct coverage of the subject enables ‘sharp focus’ and efficient use of time during exam preparation
  • Contains a fully updated self-assessment section - ideal for honing exam skills and self-testing

Readership

Medical undergraduate students

Table of contents

1. Basic Concepts of Anatomy

2. The Back

3. The Upper Limb

4. The Thorax

5. The Abdomen

6. The Pelvis and Perineum

7. The Lower Limb

8. The Head and Neck

Best-of-five Questions (BOFs)

Extended Matching Questions (EMQs)

BOF Answers

EMQ Answers

Review quotes

“The text is well spaced, and complemented with illustrations wherever appropriate. The layout is clear and logical. The language is simple and the facts are being presented almost in note form, which is a key feature of this series, enabling the student to absorb facts more easily without overwhelming the reader. And when you think you are ready for the exam you can test your knowledge by filling in multiple choice, short answers and extended matching questions…This series is the best way to prepare for an exam and I would recommend it to everyone. "Medical Student, Maastricht University, Netherlands (series review)

Product details

  • Edition: 4
  • Latest edition
  • Published: April 25, 2012
  • Language: English

About the editors

SW

Susie Whiten

Affiliations and expertise
Senior Lecturer in Anatomy, School of Medicine, University of St Andrews, St Andrews, Fife, UK

DH

Daniel Horton-Szar

Affiliations and expertise
Northgate Medical Practice, Canterbury, Kent, UK

About the author

LS

Louise Stenhouse

Affiliations and expertise
Foundation Year 1 Medical Student, NHS Fife, Fife, UK