Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition

• Publisher ‏ : ‎ Elsevier
• Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 27, 2017
• Edition ‏ : ‎ 6th
• Language ‏ : ‎ English
• Print length ‏ : ‎ 592 pages
• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0323485324
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0323485326    9780323485326           9780323549592              978-0323549592

Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition — The Surgical Review Resource That Thinks Like an Examiner

Surgery is a specialty that demands precision — not just in the operating room, but in the examination hall too. The Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition is one of the most respected and comprehensive surgical review resources available, combining broad topical coverage with a question-and-answer format that prepares you for both board examinations and real clinical surgical practice.

Backed by the expertise of Rush University Medical Center, this book brings academic rigor and practical clinical insight together in a format that works — whether you are a surgical resident preparing for boards or a medical student approaching clinical finals.

What Is the Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition?

This book is a flagship surgical self-assessment and review resource — widely recognized among the most trusted surgery books used by surgical trainees and medical students preparing for the American Board of Surgery (ABS) qualifying examinations and USMLE Step 2 CK surgery content.

The sixth edition has been thoroughly revised and updated to reflect current surgical practice, evidence-based guidelines, and the most recent examination standards. It covers general surgery and its subspecialties in a structured MCQ-based format supported by detailed explanations that teach surgical decision-making, not just correct answers.

Among the leading medical textbooks in surgical education, this edition continues a tradition of excellence that generations of surgical trainees have relied upon.

What Does This Book Cover?

The book covers the full scope of general surgery and its major subspecialties with clinical depth and examination focus. Topics include:

• General surgery principles — surgical physiology, fluid management, wound healing, and perioperative care
• Trauma surgery — initial assessment, hemorrhage control, and damage control principles
• Gastrointestinal surgery — esophagus, stomach, small bowel, colon, and rectum
• Hepatobiliary and pancreatic surgery — liver resections, biliary disease, and pancreatic tumors
• Breast surgery — benign and malignant disease, surgical options, and oncological principles
• Vascular surgery — arterial occlusive disease, aneurysms, and venous disorders
• Endocrine surgery — thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal gland conditions
• Orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgery — fracture management, joint surgery, and trauma principles
• Thoracic surgery — lung resections, mediastinal conditions, and chest wall disorders
• Pediatric surgery — congenital abnormalities and pediatric surgical emergencies
• Surgical oncology — principles of cancer surgery, staging, and reconstruction
• Transplantation surgery and critical care essentials

The orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgery content makes this a natural companion to dedicated orthopedic surgery books, providing the broader surgical context that trainees in that specialty also need.

Who Should Use This Book?

For Surgical Residents and Postgraduate Trainees

This book was built for surgical residents. If you are preparing for the American Board of Surgery qualifying exam or any postgraduate surgical fellowship assessment, this is one of the most focused and comprehensive surgery books you can use. The MCQ-with-explanation format mirrors the board exam style and builds the applied knowledge that examiners look for.

For MBBS and Final Year Medical Students

Senior medical students preparing for clinical surgery examinations, USMLE Step 2 CK, or surgical shelf exams will find this book directly relevant and appropriately challenging. It fits naturally alongside core MBBS books and pushes your surgical understanding to a genuinely clinical level.

For Orthopedic Trainees

Postgraduate trainees in orthopedic surgery will find the trauma, musculoskeletal, and perioperative sections particularly valuable. Combined with dedicated orthopedic surgery books, this review resource provides the broader general surgery foundation that orthopedic board candidates are also expected to demonstrate.

For Physiotherapy Students and Professionals

Physiotherapy students and practitioners working in surgical rehabilitation settings — post-operative care, trauma recovery, or oncological rehabilitation — will find this book a valuable clinical reference. It complements physiotherapy books by providing deep insight into the surgical procedures and postoperative considerations that shape rehabilitation planning.

For General Practitioners and Junior Doctors

GPs and junior doctors who regularly refer patients for surgical assessment or manage postoperative patients in primary care will find this book an excellent tool for maintaining surgical knowledge at a clinically relevant level.

Clinical and Educational Benefits

What makes this book stand apart from simpler surgical question banks is the quality and depth of its answer explanations. Each MCQ is followed by a detailed rationale drawn from the clinical expertise of Rush University surgical faculty — explaining not just what the correct answer is, but why surgical decision-making points in that direction.

This teaches you to think like a surgeon — systematically, evidence-based, and with clear clinical priorities.

Working through this book will help you:

• Develop confident surgical decision-making across general surgery and its subspecialties
• Understand operative indications, contraindications, and alternative management strategies
• Recognize high-yield surgical presentations and complications on examination-style questions
• Connect surgical principles with the anatomical foundations covered in your anatomy books
• Integrate surgical knowledge with broader clinical medicine covered in your clinical medicine books

Practical Learning Advantages

One of the most effective ways to use this book is as a systematic board preparation tool — working through each subspecialty section in sequence while cross-referencing operative details and anatomy with your primary surgical references.

The question-and-answer format makes it easy to use in short, focused study sessions — a practical advantage for busy surgical residents with limited uninterrupted study time. You can pick up and put down the book between cases, rounds, or on-call periods without losing momentum.

It also integrates well into any set of healthcare education resources for surgical trainees and complements both anatomy books and clinical medicine books for a complete and well-rounded surgical education toolkit.

Key Features

• ✅ Comprehensive surgical MCQ coverage across general surgery and all major subspecialties
• ✅ Detailed answer explanations written by Rush University Medical Center surgical faculty
• ✅ Fully updated 6th edition reflecting current surgical guidelines and board exam standards
• ✅ Covers orthopedic, vascular, thoracic, pediatric, and oncological surgery
• ✅ Ideal for ABS board exam preparation, USMLE Step 2 CK, and surgical fellowship assessments
• ✅ Suitable for surgical residents, final-year MBBS students, and postgraduate trainees
• ✅ One of the most academically credible surgery books currently available for board review

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Is this book specifically designed for the American Board of Surgery exam?
Yes — it is one of the most widely recommended resources for ABS qualifying examination preparation. However, its comprehensive coverage and clinical depth also make it highly valuable for USMLE Step 2 CK surgery content, surgical shelf exams, and international postgraduate surgical assessments.

Q: Does the book cover orthopedic surgery in enough depth for orthopedic trainees?
The orthopedic and musculoskeletal surgery content is covered within the broader surgical context, making it useful for general surgical board preparation. For in-depth orthopedic subspecialty preparation, this book works best when paired with dedicated orthopedic surgery books that go deeper into specific orthopedic procedures and conditions.

Q: Can MBBS students use this book, or is it too advanced?
Final-year MBBS students and clinical-year students will find this book appropriately challenging and directly relevant for clinical surgery examinations. Earlier-year students may find the depth more suitable once they have completed their core MBBS books and have some clinical exposure.

Q: Is physiotherapy knowledge relevant to the content of this book?
While this is a surgical review resource, physiotherapy students and professionals working in surgical rehabilitation will find the perioperative, trauma, and orthopedic sections directly applicable to their clinical practice — particularly when combined with their core physiotherapy books.

Q: How does the 6th edition differ from previous editions?
The 6th edition has been fully revised with updated clinical guidelines, new surgical evidence, and refined question content that better reflects current board examination standards — making it the most current and relevant edition among medical textbooks in surgical board review.

Conclusion — Prepare for Surgical Excellence with Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition

The Rush University Medical Center Review of Surgery 6th Edition is more than a board review book — it is a masterclass in surgical thinking, delivered through one of the most trusted and academically credible formats in surgical education. With comprehensive subspecialty coverage, faculty-written explanations, and a question style built for board success, it gives surgical trainees and medical students the preparation they need to perform at their very best.

Whether you are a surgical resident approaching your qualifying exam, a final-year MBBS student preparing for clinical surgery, an orthopedic trainee seeking broader surgical grounding, or a physiotherapy professional deepening your knowledge of surgical care — this book delivers the depth and quality your preparation deserves.

Order your copy today and approach your surgical examinations with the confidence that comes from truly knowing your subject.