This concise, pocket-sized manual provides a guidebook for medical students entering their third and fourth, or clinical clerkship, years. During these years, a specific set of
clinical skills are required as well as the ability to interact interpersonally
with patients, colleagues, instructors, and
mentors in varying capacities. This book provides, in a straightforward, simple manner, essential information on all the skills needed to succeed in clinical rotations. The book is written in an outline format and contains appealing elements such as mnemonics, hot keys, and numerous original illustrations.
As a 4th year student who had a terrible 3rd year (poor teaching, malignant attendings/residents), I was dreading my AI. I felt I did not have a good handle at all on how to deal with patients on the
I went to Tulane Medical School, and Dr. Wiese is my mentor! He's the best teacher I've ever had. This book will be priceless for any medical student or resident.