Questions and Answers in Pain Medicine: A Guide to Board Exams

This book provides a comprehensive review of pain medicine in a question-and-answer format, making it useful for residents and fellows preparing for board examinations. It covers topics such as pain basics, psychology, common pain syndromes, medications, pain management in special populations, and interventional pain. Written by a physician who has passed the ACGME written board exam and founded a pain management fellowship program, it offers valuable insight into successfully undertaking board examinations in pain medicine.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 311 pages
Publication date: 25 February 2021
Publisher: Springer Nature Switzerland AG

This comprehensive book offers a practical and thorough examination of pain medicine, presented in a clear and easily accessible question-and-answer format. Divided into topic-specific chapters, it includes a wealth of Q&As covering Pain Basics, Psychology, Common Pain Syndromes, Medications, Pain Management in Special Populations, and Interventional Pain. Designed as a valuable guide for residents and fellows, the book is written in a manner that facilitates immediate feedback on correct answer choices and explanations for self-evaluation, aiding in the preparation for written board examinations.

In addition to its practicality, Questions and Answers in Pain Medicine stands out as a resource that closely resembles the format of the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) board examination in the United States, as well as international equivalents. This fully Q&A approach, favored by many students, ensures a comprehensive and efficient learning experience. Authored by a physician who has recently excelled in the ACGME written board exam and has been the founder of a renowned pain management fellowship program for nearly two decades, the authors offer invaluable insights and strategies for achieving success in pain medicine board examinations.

By presenting a wealth of information in a concise and user-friendly format, this book serves as a valuable tool for medical professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and expertise in pain medicine. Whether you are a resident or fellow preparing for board examinations, or a practicing physician seeking to expand your understanding of pain management, Questions and Answers in Pain Medicine is an essential resource that will help you achieve your goals.

Weight: 764g
Dimension: 178 x 253 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9783030682033
Edition number: 1st ed. 2021