reference for anatomy atlas, med dictionary or IM books?

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Preference for anatomy atlas, med dictionary or IM books?

  • Atlas: Moses

    Votes: 2 15.4%
  • Atlas: Rohen

    Votes: 10 76.9%
  • Atlas: Gilroy

    Votes: 2 15.4%
  • Dictionary: Dorland

    Votes: 2 15.4%
  • Dictionary: Stedman

    Votes: 2 15.4%
  • IM: Cecil Medicine by Goldman

    Votes: 1 7.7%
  • IM: Harrison's Principles of IM

    Votes: 4 30.8%

  • Total voters
    13

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Please vote for your preference in each category. Thanks.

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Yeah, you don't need a dictionary. (the internet! I was issued Stedman's at the begining of the year and haven't opened it. I don't forsee a situation in the future where I will open it)

As for atlases Netter's is the gold standard. (not sure why it wasn't on your list) Rohen's is good for quizzing yourself before an exam but I personally wouldn't want it as my primary atlas. I have heard some good things about the Thieme atlas (Gilroy) so if you have to go with one of the ones on the list go with that one. (I have a family member that teaches anatomy and she says Thieme is a good atlas) I have never heard of the Moses atlas, had to look it up. Seems to be another picture atlas. Again would not recommend as your primary atlas. (but great to supplement)

In regards to the IM books, sorry can't help you.
 
I really liked Netter's, but I don't think I've ever spent any considerable time with Rohen's so I can't really compare.
 
Netter's is unparalleled when it comes choosing an atlas. Yes, Rohen's is good but it's more helpful during dissections. Netter's atlas can literally be used like a textbook (along with BRS/HY anatomy.)
 
I have the electronic version of Stedman's dictionary. I use it everyday, it's great, especially for when you don't have access to internet and can't look something up on wikipedia. I have another medical dictionary (an actual book) that was given to me as a gift but I've only used it like twice.
 
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