does pathoma cover pathophysiology well?
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I'm not sure what you mean exactly. Pathoma is god-tier.
i know its amazing when it comes to pathology but is it good in integrating physiology along with the pathology?
This is actually a decent question and I can see what your asking. I also drew a distinct line between the pathology which I considered more looking at images under a microscope vs pathophysiology being more like biochemistry of cellular interactions, electrical forces, and mechanical forces. I think Pathoma does a decent job at places like respiratory but he is not comprehensive with it but nonetheless his book and video series is a must just because of the level of high yield detail he gives that shows up on the actual exam. For other sources refer to your school's curriculum and if not forums like USMLE forum/SDN/etc.
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No. You need Rapid Review Pathology for that.
Interestingly many times I would google explanations people would site Kaplan or RR. I think rather than using either of those though, consider just looking things up every time you have s question. These are medical students we are talking about and I guarantee your question has been asked before and is google-able. Also, if you can't find it and it's really important, consult SDN or use the giant USMLE FB group (for those curious just search it, it's there).
I definitely agree that something more comprehensive needs to come out that does a better job explaining mechanisms of disease in terms of physics, ions, etc. Goljian would be great but it's also filled with too much low yield material. Kaplan is great too but I'd imagine you'd have to sort through lots of other stuff in there as well.
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IMO, yes. For gaps in YOUR knowledge, use Goljan RR path for reference.
Perfect example is SLE. Swear I read that section in RR 7 times and still don't understand all of it.
Perfect example is SLE. Swear I read that section in RR 7 times and still don't understand all of it.
Najeeb is the king for in depth pathophysiology
Depends on the topic. Dr. Sattar does a great job explaining the pathophys of anemias/RBC disorders and also pulm. His videos are not as comprehensive on the pathophys of cardio/neuro systems, though. Pathoma is a pathology resource not pathophys.
Try: Pathophysiology Made Ridiculously Simple
Try: Pathophysiology Made Ridiculously Simple
Agree with what's been said above. Pathoma is good for explaining pathologies, and gives a cursory review of physiology at the start of each section, but doesn't really go the distance on a lot of things.
I've found medscape's "pathophysiology" section useful whenever I can't find the answers. If it's not there, usually a lengthy search for articles.
Heard good things about Goljan being very detailed but I don't plan on doing that until 2017.
I've found medscape's "pathophysiology" section useful whenever I can't find the answers. If it's not there, usually a lengthy search for articles.
Heard good things about Goljan being very detailed but I don't plan on doing that until 2017.
Yea, medscape is often good for pathophys. So is UpToDate, for some diseases.
I'm a resident but think it's always good to study pathophysiology, because A. it helps you more easily remember things and organize them in your head and B. helps you somewhat think outside the box and understand varied or atypical presentations.
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