Read more
Through five best-selling editions, Dr. Edward Goljan’s Rapid Review Pathology has been a trusted resource by students both for USMLE preparation and course study. In this fully revised 6th Edition, Dr. Goljan’s handpicked successor, Dr. Anthony Alfrey, provides a core pathology review and focus on USMLE preparation with a simplified, streamlined format for high-yield review. User-friendly features include an outline format, full-color layout, key points, and a strong clinical correlation throughout.
- Provides an integrated approach to learning in a concise, outline format, with an even greater focus on high-yield information for efficient study
- Features full-color photographs, two-color schematics, and numerous summary tables that enhance your understanding of disease processes and improve your study experience
- Contains completely revised and refocused content throughout, perfect for preparing for the USMLE Step 1, Step 2, or course exams
- Provides 500 USMLE-style questions online, as well as Integration Links that provide access to additional images and schematics for further visual supplementation to key areas of the text
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text, figures and references, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
List of contents
1. Diagnostic Testing
2. Cell Injury
3. Inflammation and Repair
4. Immunopathology
5. Water, Electrolyte, Acid-Base, and Hemodynamic Disorders
6. Genetic and Developmental Disorders
7. Environmental pathology
8., Nutritional Disorders
9. Neoplasia
10. Vascular Disorders
11. Heart Disorders
12. Red Blood Cell Disorders
13., White Blood Cell Disorders
14. Lymphoid Tissue Disorders
15. Hemostasis Disorders
16. Immunohematology Disorders
17. Upper and Lower Respiratory Disorders
18. Gastrointestinal Disorders
19. Hepatobiliary and Pancreatic Disorders
20. Kidney Disorders
21. Lower Urinary Tract and male Reproductive Disorders
22. Female Reproductive Disorders and Breast Disorders
23. Endocrine Disorders
24. Musculoskeletal and Soft Tissue Disorders
25. Skin Disorders
26. Nervous System and Special Sensory Disorders
Appendix: Formulas for Calculations of Acid-Base Disorders
About the author
Tony Alfrey is a long-time colleague of Ed Goljan and succeeded him as Chair of Pathology. He was the only contributor to the 5th edition. He is an experienced teacher and lecturer and was hand groomed by Ed to take over the 6th edition and brings anew perspective and freshness to this revision. Tony also serves on the editorial board of CK Student US Assessment.
