Surgical Pearls Author:Diane Farmer, Steven Tennenberg, Michael Mulligan -- Covers 95% of what a student will encounter on a surgical rotation — -- Readable style fosters understanding, not just memorization — -- Introductory chapters acquaint students with the organization of hospital surgical services, procedures, and members of the surgical team — -- Dozens of tables for quick reference — -- Clinical "Pearls"... more »; highlight important practical advice
-- "Controversies" point out areas of likely discussion or questioning