REQUIRED READING for 2nd year students!! I consider First Aid USMLE an excellent effort for those going for board exam. One must see before starting preparation for the exam as it guide how to read, what to read, how to prepare and what is the demand of the board. And once you complete with other books and review books/coures, then again start reading the first aid, as it will remind you and prepare your brain for exam!!

First Aid Q&A for the USMLE Step 1 (First Aid USMLE)

Pathophysiology for the Boards and Wards provides an outline review of the pathological conditions most commonly found on the USMLE Step 1. It can also serve as a convenient reference of high-yield information during the first two years of medical school. This is the most concise, thorough, and clinically oriented pathophysiology review book available.

“Great for emphasizing key points — the same ones that seem to come up again and again in all the review books, plus a few extra. The quiz-yourself format lets you go as quickly or as slowly as you need to. And it’s great to pick up when you have a few minutes to study but don’t have enough time to get into a full study session. “

“Get this whole series and you’ll be sure to pass, if not excel on this exam. The questions and answers thoroughly cover the tested material. Don’t be disappointed if you miss many of the questions, you’ll find that the actual exam is much easier than this series!”

Probably the Highest of any review Series! Jam Packed with info!

“I WISH I had used this book DURING my course in med school (instead of waiting to use it for just review)! It would have been very helpful for exams. Most of the other High Yield books work best when used as a supplement to a more detailed book (or as a review after you’ve learned the material), but this one is still pretty detailed itself, without being overwhelming. It is a great review of the essential things you need to know for the USMLE. Good pictures, great clinical correlations, and good layout. It is up-to-date as well. “

Anatomy

Biochemistry

Behavioral Science

Cell and Molecular Biology

Embryology

Histology

Immunology

Pathology

Pharmacology

Microbiology and Infectious Disease

Neuroanatomy

Another all time favorite series for coursework and for Step 1 review. Physiology and Pathology are especially great books