Case Files Pathology, 2e vs USMLE Step 1 Exam Expert Usage & Stats

The Case Files series is an award-winning learning system proven to improve exam scores. This series helps you to learn in the context of real patients instead of simply memorizing. Case Files: Pathology presents 50+ clinical cases with open-ended questions which weave basic science concepts into the clinical scenario. Each case includes an extended discussion (including definitions and a pathophysiology discussion), key points, and 3-5 USMLE-style comprehension questions. The authors are experienced teachers from the University of Texas-Houston Medical School and East Tennessee State University Quillen College of Medicine. This free application includes 1 sample case study from the 50+ that are available with a subscription. The 50+ high-yield cases in Case Files Pathology will help you excel on the clerkship and improve your shelf-exam score. Each case has been designed for the iPad and iPhone/iPod with interactive features. With this system, you will learn in the context of real patients, rather than merely memorize facts. •50+ clinical cases, each with USMLE-style questions •Clinical pearls that highlight key concepts •Primer on how to approach clinical problems and think like a doctor •Proven learning system that improves shelf-exam scores iPhone, iPod, and iPad App Features: •Study/Exam/Bookmark modes are available for USMLE-style review questions. •In the Study mode, check the answers as you tackle the questions. •In the Exam mode, time yourself and review the answers after the time is up. •In the Bookmark mode, review only the questions you have flagged for further study. •File away correctly answered questions after each practice quiz. •Choose the number of questions in each practice quiz: 25, 50, 100, 150, 200, or all. •Opt to include questions from previous quizzes. •Learn further from interactive questions at the end of each case, with explanations. •Sort cases by name or by case number. •Take down notes using the Notes section for each case. •Study in horizontal or vertical mode on the iPhone and the iPad. •Store quiz scores to track your progress. •Highlight key points in cases. •Save to iCloud to use app on multiple devices •Choose preferred font sizes •Create tags •Search content App Contents: Section I: How to Approach Clinical Problems •Part 1. Approach to the Patient •Part 2. Approach to Clinical Problem Solving •Part 3. Approach to Reading Section II: Clinical Cases: 50+ Case Scenarios •Listing by Case Number •Listing by Disorder Each case includes the following sections: Case Description •Answers to •Approach to •Clinical Pearls •Case Questions and Answers About the Authors Eugene C. Toy, MD is a dual certified family physician and ob/gyn and is Academic Chief and Program Director for the Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at The Methodist Hospital in Houston, Texas, where he is also actively involved in teaching medical students. Margaret O. Uthman, MD, PhD is Associate Professor of Pathology, Vice Chair for Education, Assistant Dean for Educational Programs, Director of the Pathology Residency Program, and Director of Hematopathology at The University of Texas–Houston Medical School in Houston, Texas. Edward Uthman, MD is Adjunct Professor at the Department of Pathology at UT-Houston Medical School and a pathologist at Brown & Associates Medical Laboratories in Houston, Texas. Earl J. Brown, MD is Associate Professor at the Department of Pathology at Quillen College of Medicine in Johnson City, Tennessee. Expanded Apps Privacy Policy: https://expandedapps.com/privacy-policy/ Expanded Apps Terms of Use: https://expandedapps.com/terms-of-use/