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Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes 7th Edition

Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes 7th Edition

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The ultimate concise, high-yield review resource for surgical rotations and exam prep. Engineered for third-year medical students, surgical interns, and USMLE candidates, this updated 7th Edition delivers essential clinical insights for trauma & acute care surgery, pre/postoperative care, and surgical subspecialties to ensure maximum performance on rounds and shelf exams.

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About The Book

Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes, Seventh Edition distills core surgical knowledge into a pocket-sized, easy-to-digest guide designed for busy clinical clerkships. Celebrated by generations of medical students, this text pairs high-yield diagnostic vignettes and therapeutic algorithms with targeted clinical pearls—giving you exactly what you need to excel on NBME Shelf Exams, USMLE Step 2 CK, and USMLE Step 3.

Core Features & Exam Focus

â–  Concise, High-Yield Format Breaks down complex surgical decision-making into short, actionable bullet points perfect for quick review between cases or before rounds.
â–  Comprehensive Surgical Scope Covers essential topics including general surgery, fluid and electrolyte management, trauma evaluation, cardiothoracic, vascular, orthopedic, and pediatric surgery.
â–  Practice Vignettes & Exam Questions Includes 180 classic, vignette-style practice questions with detailed explanations to test clinical reasoning and reinforce key exam concepts.
â–  Updated Clinical Guidelines Reflects current evidence-based surgical guidelines, updated diagnostic protocols, and modern perioperative management practices.

About The Author

Dr. Carlos Pestana

Legendary Surgical Educator & Professor Emeritus

Dr. Carlos Pestana, MD, PhD, was a beloved professor of surgery and Associate Dean at the University of Texas Medical School at San Antonio.

Renowned for his ability to translate complex surgical management into clear, memorable lessons, Dr. Pestana dedicated his career to medical student education, creating review materials that have helped thousands of future physicians excel in surgery.

Book Specifications

Specification Details
Title Dr. Pestana's Surgery Notes (USMLE Prep)
Author Dr. Carlos Pestana
Publisher Kaplan Publishing
Edition 7th Edition
ISBN-13 / 10 978-1506281254 / 1506281250
Format Paperback / Pocket-Sized Clinical Guide
Language English

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Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Code Book Library

It is designed primarily for MS3 medical students during their surgical clerkship rotations, candidates studying for the NBME Surgery Shelf Exam, and students preparing for USMLE Step 2 CK and Step 3.

The book covers trauma assessment, acute abdominal pain, preoperative and postoperative management, surgical oncology, vascular surgery, pediatric surgery, and surgical subspecialties like orthopedics and neurosurgery.

Yes. It features 180 high-yield vignette-style practice questions with comprehensive diagnostic and treatment explanations to help reinforce board-style reasoning.

Yes. It is published in a compact, pocket-sized paperback format specifically designed to carry on rounds for quick bedside reference.

The 7th Edition features updated clinical practice guidelines, current diagnostic algorithms, revised treatment standards, and refined practice questions aligned with updated USMLE formats.

This is the official paperback pocket edition published by Kaplan Publishing.

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