Case Files Microbiology

More than 50 clinical cases help students excel in their microbiology coursework and on the USMLE Step 1 The Case Files series is an award-winning learning system proven to improve exam scores. This series helps medical students learn in the context of real patients instead of simply memorizing. Case Files: Microbiology: Third Edition 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. Clinical pearls highlighting key concepts accompany each case Primer on how to approach clinical problems teaches students to think like doctors Proven learning system-based on Eugene Toy's award-winning research-improves shelf exam scores Written by experienced educators

Eugene C. Toy (Houston, TX) is a duel-certified family physician and obstetrician-gynecologist. He is academic director at Methodist Hospital in Houston.