The Greenberg Rapid Review

Written by an esteemed educator and founder of the renowned Chicago Review Course in Neurological Surgery™, this updated review reflects substantive content additions to the 8th edition. The two prior editions of the Rapid Review were must-have companions that fully leveraged the vast knowledge contained within Greenberg's legendary tome. Through repetition and spot-on questions, this book brings clarity to a specialty whose sheer depth and breadth presents comprehension and retention challenges. This book helps readers determine if they are retaining key data and information, thereby providing a robust self-assessment study tool for ABNS certification. The 7th companion generated glowing reviews, such as: "A wonderful example of how to turn the classic Greenberg text into a study guide rather than an encyclopedic reference to a young neurosurgeon" -AANS Young Neurosurgeons News Key Highlights Question formats include fill in the blank, open-ended questions, true/false, matching, and identification of various elements in diagrams/figures Mnemonic devices, helpful hints, clinical pearls, and study charts aid in comprehension and long-term retention Greenberg chapter headings are used (e.g. 4.2.3), thereby providing clear-cut Handbook references This book is designed to help neurosurgical residents prepare for the ABNS primary examination and/or rounds. It will enable practicing neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuroradiologists, and neuropathologists to develop a storehouse of knowledge required to efficaciously examine, analyze, diagnose, and treat neurosurgical patients.

Written by an esteemed educator and founder of the renowned Chicago Review Course in Neurological Surgery™, this updated review reflects substantive content additions to the 8th edition. The two prior editions of the Rapid Review were must-have companions that fully leveraged the vast knowledge contained within Greenberg's legendary tome. Through repetition and spot-on questions, this book brings clarity to a specialty whose sheer depth and breadth presents comprehension and retention challenges. This book helps readers determine if they are retaining key data and information, thereby providing a robust self-assessment study tool for ABNS certification. The 7th companion generated glowing reviews, such as: "A wonderful example of how to turn the classic Greenberg text into a study guide rather than an encyclopedic reference to a young neurosurgeon" -AANS Young Neurosurgeons News Key Highlights: Question formats include fill in the blank, open-ended questions, true/false, matching, and identification of various elements in diagrams/figures Mnemonic devices, helpful hints, clinical pearls, and study charts aid in comprehension and long-term retention Greenberg chapter headings are used (e.g. 4.2.3), thereby providing clear-cut Handbook references This book is designed to help neurosurgical residents prepare for the ABNS primary examination and/or rounds. It will enable practicing neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuro-radiologists, and neuropathologists to develop a storehouse of knowledge required to efficaciously examine, analyze, diagnose, and treat neurosurgical patients.

Designed to challenge the reader and bring active participation and efficiency to the learning and review process, this indispensable study guide is the ideal companion to the sixth edition of Dr. Greenberg's bestselling Handbook of Neurosurgery. Developed from Dr. Kranzler's highly regarded annual review course, the text fully explores each neurosurgical topic and breaks down complex subjects into digestible bits with over 7,000 individual questions and answers. Each question topic is referenced to a specific page in Greenberg's Handbook to enable readers to easily find relevant background material. Packed with mnemonic devices, helpful hints, and study charts, this book is an essential review tool that tests and reinforces knowledge as it teaches.Highlights: Over 7,000 strategically sequenced questions and answers that directly refer to a specific location in the Handbook Short answers that appear on the same page as questions to save time Emphasis on repetition and alternate arrangements of material to aid comprehension and retention Progressive withdrawal of cues that forces users to recall more and more information The ideal companion to Dr. Greenberg's acclaimed reference text, this book is a valuable study guide for residents, fellows, and clinicians in neurosurgery, neurology, neuroradiology, and neuropathology preparing for board or recertification exams.

Written by an esteemed educator and founder of the renowned Chicago Review Course in Neurological Surgery(tm), this updated review reflects substantive content additions to the 8th edition. The two prior editions of the Rapid Review were must-have companions that fully leveraged the vast knowledge contained within Greenberg's legendary tome. Through repetition and spot-on questions, this book brings clarity to a specialty whose sheer depth and breadth presents comprehension and retention challenges. This book helps readers determine if they are retaining key data and information, thereby providing a robust self-assessment study tool for ABNS certification. The 7th companion generated glowing reviews, such as: "A wonderful example of how to turn the classic Greenberg text into a study guide rather than an encyclopedic reference to a young neurosurgeon" -AANS Young Neurosurgeons News Key Highlights: Question formats include fill in the blank, open-ended questions, true/false, matching, and identification of various elements in diagrams/figures Mnemonic devices, helpful hints, clinical pearls, and study charts aid in comprehension and long-term retention Greenberg chapter headings are used (e.g. 4.2.3), thereby providing clear-cut Handbook references This book is designed to help neurosurgical residents prepare for the ABNS primary examination and/or rounds. It will enable practicing neurosurgeons, neurologists, neuro-radiologists, and neuropathologists to develop a storehouse of knowledge required to efficaciously examine, analyze, diagnose, and treat neurosurgical patients.

Praise for the previous edition:[Four stars]Easy to read, memorize, and understand...This is an excellent review and study guide.--Doody's ReviewA favorite among students, residents, and fellows, The Greenberg Rapid Review: A Companion to the 7th Edition is an indispensable review guide for anyone preparing for neurosurgery boards or rounds.Developed from the renowned annual Chicago Review Course in Neurological Surgery™, this must-have study manual brings active participation and efficiency to the learning and review process. Nearly 10,000 strategically sequenced questions and answers fully explore the breadth of neurosurgery and present complex subjects in an easily accessible manner. Each question directly refers by millimeter to a specific location in the Seventh Edition of the Handbook.Features Nearly 10,000 highly relevant study questions, including 2,500 that are new this edition Questions presented in a variety of formats -- true / false, multiple choice, and open-ended -- just like on the written board exam Short answers appear on the same page as questions to save vital study time New chapters cover neuroanesthesia, neurocritical care and stroke, neuroendovascular intervention, and much more An emphasis on repetition and alternate arrangements of material fosters mastery of key concepts Abundant mnemonic devices, helpful hints, and study charts aid comprehension and retention A progressive withdrawal of cues forces users to recall more and more information This study guide is an essential resource for students, residents, fellows, or clinicians in neurosurgery, neurology, neuroradiology, or neuropathology as they review for boards or prepare for recertification exams.

The seventh edition of Dr. Greenbergs classic text covers the breadth of neurosurgery and its allied specialties and provides the latest information on anatomy and physiology, differential diagnosis, and currently accepted principles of clinical management

Based exclusively on Greenberg's Handbook of Neurosurgery, 6E, this unique review book is ideal for self-study and exam preparation with over 7,000 questions & answers in various formats, all of which are linked to a specific passage in Greenberg. This book is a must-have for any neurosurgical resident.

- Nearly 10,000 highly relevant study questions, including 2,500 that are new this edition- Questions presented in a variety of formats true/false, multiple choice, and open-ended just like on the written board exam- Short answers appear on the same page as questions to save vital study time- New chapters cover neuroanesthesia, neurocritical care and stroke, neuroendovascular intervention, and much more- An emphasis on repetition and alternate arrangements of material fosters mastery of key concepts- Abundant mnemonic devices, helpful hints, and study charts aid comprehension and retention- A progressive withdrawal of cues forces users to recall more and more information