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This book and subsequent audio companion reflect what I would have wanted when I was studying for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam. One of the major hurdles I faced while studying for my exam was the lack of a single reference resource similar to what existed for the USMLE Step 1 exam at the time of writing this book. This meant I had to use multiple resources which presented information in different formats and with different points of emphasis, resulting in a disorganized study approach.
Despite my relative success on the exam scoring 278 and ＞99th percentile I believe my studying would have been more efficient if a single reference resource existed. This is what motivated me to write USMLE Step II CK Plus, which is essentially my personal notes organized in a book and audio format. My hope is that this makes studying for the exam easier by giving future test takers that one-stop resource needed to excel on this all-important exam as Step 1 transitions to a pass-fail exam.
The information is organized into the main shelf examination topics (internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery) allowing for focused studying for each of these examinations as they approach, and therefore doubles as an excellent resource for the wards and NBME shelf exams.
Lastly, I believe that one of the best preparations to do well on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam is to have a strong basic science foundation. Although the basic science topics are primarily tested in the USMLE Step 1, they are frequently referenced throughout this book and audiobook to provide greater integration of knowledge from a basic science to a clinical science perspective. This is done to facilitate greater understanding, less rote memorization, and ultimately, long-term retention and recall of the material.
Hope you enjoy and best of luck on your exam.
Despite my relative success on the exam scoring 278 and ＞99th percentile I believe my studying would have been more efficient if a single reference resource existed. This is what motivated me to write USMLE Step II CK Plus, which is essentially my personal notes organized in a book and audio format. My hope is that this makes studying for the exam easier by giving future test takers that one-stop resource needed to excel on this all-important exam as Step 1 transitions to a pass-fail exam.
The information is organized into the main shelf examination topics (internal medicine, obstetrics/gynecology, pediatrics, psychiatry, and surgery) allowing for focused studying for each of these examinations as they approach, and therefore doubles as an excellent resource for the wards and NBME shelf exams.
Lastly, I believe that one of the best preparations to do well on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam is to have a strong basic science foundation. Although the basic science topics are primarily tested in the USMLE Step 1, they are frequently referenced throughout this book and audiobook to provide greater integration of knowledge from a basic science to a clinical science perspective. This is done to facilitate greater understanding, less rote memorization, and ultimately, long-term retention and recall of the material.
Hope you enjoy and best of luck on your exam.
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Review of the normal anatomy, physiology, and disorders of adrenal gland.
A detailed review of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer.
A review of panhypopituitarism and its causes. We conclude with a discussion on how to differentiate primary, secondary, and tertiary hormone disorders along the HPA axis.
Review of a couple disorders affecting the anterior pituitary hormones - prolactin and growth hormone.
Review of disorders that occur due deficiencies and excessive release of ADH.
Overview of the different hormones of the endocrine system along the hypothalamic-pituitary-axis. Details regarding the different hormones and associated pathologies will be discussed in subsequent sections.
A couple miscellaneous topics to briefly review including nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and analgesic nephropathy.
Review of cystitis and pyelonephritis.
Review of renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer.
Comparing benign versus malignant cysts, and review of polycystic kidney disease.
Review of the causes of nephrolithiasis, stone composition, and management.
Brief comparison of renal artery stenosis and fibromuscular dysplasia.
A rapid review of the three main subtypes of renal tubular acidosis.
Review of the many causes of nephritic and nephrotic syndrome. We conclude with a review of the types of proteinuria.
Review of the definition of CKD, its complications, and their management.
Review of the causes and management of acute kidney injury including pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal azotemia.
Extensive review of electrolyte disorders including sodium, potassium, calcium, magnesium, and phosphate.
Review of congenital nephron disorder including Fanconi syndrome and others.
Review of some basic nephrology physiology, anatomy, and acid-base disorders.
Review of acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, and pancreatic cancer.
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