Professional Reviews
Bristol Medical Magazine:
Pocket book: These are a handy 9.5cm by 12.5cm book, intended as a succinct, clear and comprehensible way to learn.
Content: Anatomy. Simple as that! The great thing about this book is that it tells you all the things you need to know on a practical level, without any lengthy explanations. The material is presented in the form of detailed figures and short concise texts. The drawings are clear and well labelled without being overly fussy. Many cross-references throughout the particular chapters highlight anatomical relationships. For example, mnemonics and illustrated charts in the appendix help to memorize nerve or vessel branching, bones etc. Treatment of the cranial nerves is particularly valuable as it covers the cranial exit of each, its course, innervated structures etc and doesn’t complicate things unnecessarily. The appendix is a real goldmine of information and includes all those things that often need referring to, while eliminating the hassle of trailing through massive Anatomy text books. There is even a glossary on surgical and diagnostic procedures, so you will always know the difference between a ‘ tomy’ and a ‘-stomy’.
Design: Anatomy books are typically heavy, cumbersome and totally loathsome, however they are essential for all med students and you will always need access to a good detailed anatomy book. This however is something you can bring anywhere.
Who is it for?: I would recommend this for second year neuroanatomy. The neuro/cranial section is particularly user friendly. It is also a very useful book for all third year attachments, particularly musculoskeletal medicine, neurology, gastroenterology and surgery. The material in this book is relevant for all medical students and because it’s so easy to carry about, its bound to get used regularly.
   - Bristol medical magazine, 2007

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