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Recommended Books
Written by Administrator
Welcome to the UP College of Medicine! We’re sure you have a lot on your mind. Maybe one of them is trying to imagine the many books you’ll be reading during the course of your medical life. As you scan through the order form, you would probably wonder which of the books are worth getting. Here is something to help you see which ones will suit you most. Let us tell you why we recommend these must-haves for every first year medical student.For our price list and a full list of our books, please download our Phi Store Book List.
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ANATOMY
All modules tackling an organ system will discuss its Anatomy. It is useful to have a reference as lectures are often difficult to understand by themselves. Accompany the reference with an atlas to visualize what you are reading. An atlas is also convenient during dissection to help you identify what you see.
Moore / Clinically Oriented Anatomy, 6th ed, ©2009
The definitive text to read for all Anatomy classes of the school year. It contains detailed, organized, and easy to understand text and has well-drawn illustrations. It also has numerous clinical correlations that are usually given in examinations. Numerous pages, but a lot of the chapters will be worth reading in preparation for the examinations.
Netter / Atlas of Human Anatomy Enhanced, 5th ed, ©2010
If low on funds, then this is the only book to buy. It is very useful as a companion atlas to almost any anatomy text and it is easily the most borrowed book in the library. Bring this to Dualan Hall (the dissection lab) every time so you won’t get lost during dissection.
Abraham / McMinn’s Clinical Atlas of Human Anatomy with DVD, 6th ed, ©2008
lt;span style="font-size: 10pt;">A great companion for laboratory dissections. This book features pictures of actual cadavers which have been meticulously dissected in order to give you an idea of what to look for. It is very helpful when identifying minute structure such as nerves, arteries and veins inside the cadaver.
PHYSIOLOGY
Same as anatomy, all organ system modules for year level III will have its share of normal Physiology. Oftentimes, transes (your notes) do not have further explanations of the concepts that the lecturers have presented and this proves antagonistic especially during the exams. It is useful to have these explanations within arm’s reach but you must remember to get the book which best suits your learning style.
Koeppen / Berne and Levy Physiology, Updated Edition, 6th ed, ©2010
This is the required text for all Physiology class because it is complete and very detailed. There is extensive coverage of all pertinent topics, which makes it the ideal book to read if disciplined enough to start well before the exam.
Guyton / Guyton and Hall Textbook of Medical Physiology, 12th ed, ©2010
This book makes digesting the Physiology concepts a little easier because of its easy-to-understand language and manner of explaining. However, this advantage comes with the fact that it is not as detailed and complete as the previous book.
Evangelista / Lecture Notes in Integrative Physiology, 2nd ed, ©2005
This book integrates several Physiology lectures into a chapter with practical applications. A few consultants from the physiology department will have lectures and exam questions taken from the book. It is a good supplement to your main reference.
BIOCHEMISTRY
Imagine having to learn the metabolism pathway of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, and nucleotides within a few days in time for the exam! For those who do not have a background in biochemistry, you will want a reference that will simplify complex concepts and make memorization of metabolism pathways easier.
Harvey / Lippincott’s Illustrated Reviews: Biochemistry, 5th ed, ©2010
Easy to understand explanations, outline forms, colored illustrations, and concept maps. Used for a quick survey of biochemistry essentials.
Murray / Harper’s Illustrated Biochemistry, 28th ed, ©2009
The recommended text of the department. This book provides a more detailed explanation of the biochemistry concepts that may not be fully covered by the previous book.
HISTOLOGY
Lab period is often times distressing especially if you have very little background in histology. During these times, having an atlas can be an asset as it facilitates identification of structures and correlation of their function. Plus, it gives you a hand when reviewing the night before the exam when there are no microscopes and slides available for use.
Young / Wheater’s Functional Histology, 5th ed, ©2007
An easy to understand comprehensive book for Histology that is useful for both lecture and lab, it is a great alternative for students without their own microscope to practice looking into, especially for specimens that are hard to find in the slides. It contains superb pictures and a lot of pictomicrographs.
NEUROSCIENCES
The neurology module comprises 2/3 of the OS 202 series. It has Anatomy and Physiology, with an OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination – basically Neuro PE and explanation of findings to the consultant) and a Neuroanatomy laboratory exam. The nerve pathways are most important, especially for the OSCE, so get a book that helps you easily understand and memorize these pathways.
Gilman / Manter & Gatz’s Essentials of Clinical Neuroanatomy and Neurophysiology, 10th ed, ©2003
Cheaper compared to the other books. It provides a concise and good review of Neurophysiology and Neuroanatomy. It contains good drawings of the different pathways and provides case studies, follow-ups and numerous MRIs.
DeMyer / Techniques of Neurologic Examination, 5th ed, ©2004
The required text of the department. It is a must-read for Neuro Ward preceptorials. It is a great investment for students who are into this specialization. It provides a comprehensive explanation of the neurologic examination, as well as those of the pathways.
GENERAL MEDICINE: PHYSICAL EXAMINATION
In the College’s attempt to make its students more clinically competent, they have designed preceptorials wherein students can perform Physical Examinations on actual patients. Having a reference is one of the best ways to ensure that when you enter those rooms, you will face the patient and your preceptor with adequate theoretical knowledge on how the techniques are performed.
Bickley / Bates’ Guide to Physical Examination and History Taking, 10th ed, ©2008
This is the bible of Physical Examination techniques. It contains all texts for history taking, proper physical examination techniques and the most common interpretations from the observed symptoms and gathered data.
EMBRYOLOGY
An embryology reference is not essential since the lectures generally do not delve into the details. Transes and lectures will often suffice but you can get one to help you study the topics better especially in correlating structure origin to future function and pathologies.
Moore / The Developing Human: Clinically Oriented Embryology, 8th ed, ©2008
It is comprehensive in embryology, teratology, and topics from conception to birth, as well as details of various organ-system developments.
OBSTETRICS and GYNECOLOGY
This module is tackled during the second semester and a reference will prove useful not only for your first year but also for the succeeding OB-Gyne modules for LU IV-VII.
Cunningham / William’s Obstetrics, 23rd ed, ©2010
Required text for the OB department, it is rigorously referenced during lectures and examinations. Chapters from the book should be thoroughly read and understood for OB examinations.
PEDIATRICS
Kliegman / Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 18th ed, ©2007
This is a comprehensive reference for pediatrics. LU IV-VII will also have their respective pediatrics modules.
PSYCHIATRY
Sadock / Kaplan & Sadock’s Synopsis of Psychiatry, 10th ed, ©2007
It integrates biological, psychological, and sociological perspectives in the study of the subject matter.
There. We hope our recommendations have helped you decide on what books to use for the year. If you still haven’t decided or if you’re still confused, feel free to approach any of us, or contact Charvee (09178914881), Dana (09062471874) or Everly (09151882082). Congratulations and enjoy!
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