Mark Gladwin and Bill Trattler - Clinical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple

Pros: DEFINITELY high yield study aid for microbiology

Cons: Some sections could be more complete; no practice questions

The Bottom Line: In conclusion, this is an excellent study aid for those taking microbiology in a clinical setting - not limited just to medical school students.

Review: If you've read some of my reviews, you probably know that I'm currently a medical school student, and with the loads of information that we have to study, I'm all about "high yield" materials. In essence, "high yield" materials will focus on the things...

Pros: This book will save your grade in microbiology!

Cons: None.

The Bottom Line: This is a book that can help almost anyone learn microbiology.

Review: If you are reading this review, I would wager that you have never heard of the book, Clinical Microbiology made ridiculously simple. If you ever study Microbiology, you will want to know about this book.

This book is part of a series...

Pros: Has reasonably complete information for bacteria and viruses.

Cons: Completely lacking in any thorough presentation of immunology; virology could be confusing.

The Bottom Line: Average overall, with some sections needing additional material; immunology is absent.

Review: I taught medical school students for six years in Chicago, and they often asked me whether they should buy Clinical Microbiology Made Ridiculously Simple. My answer was three-fold; compare it to their required textbook, note the differences,...