Product Description

Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology provides a concise review of the medically important aspects of microbiology, covering the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology and immunology. It emphasizes the clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases. The book's principle objectives are to assist you in preparing for the USMLE Step 1 and to provide you with a high-yield source of information for their medical microbiology courses. The content is enhanced by numerous pedagogical features such as clinical case discussions, sample questions in USMLE format, and a USMLE-practice exam.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #58896 in Books
• Published on: 2008-06-01
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 684 pages

From the Back Cover
Ace the USMLE Step 1 and course exams-with the most concise, easy-to-use, and frequently updated medical microbiology and immunology review!

To put your preparation for USMLE Step 1 and course exams on the fast track, only one resource will do: Review of Medical Microbiology & Immunology. Completely updated throughout, the Tenth Edition presents a high-yield review of the basic and clinical aspects of bacteriology, virology, mycology, parasitology, and immunology.

Importantly, the book also emphasizes the real-world clinical application of microbiology and immunology to infectious diseases. One look, and you'll see why it's the definitive microbiology course and exam quick review! Everything you need to thoroughly and rapidly prepare for the exam:

• The most frequently updated microbiology review available-one that enhances your understanding of the clinical relevance of microbiology
  
• Over 600 sample questions to test your knowledge
  
• A complete USMLE-style exam with case-based questions
  
• Review questions and case studies to reinforce essential material
  

About the Author

Warren Levinson, MD, PhD, is Professor of Microbiology, Department of Microbiology and Immunology, University of California, San Francisco