Abdillahi Omar, M.D.
USMLE Step 2 CK Plus
This book and subsequent audio companion reflect what I would have wanted when I was studying for the USMLE Step 2 CK exam. One of the major hurdles I faced while studying for my exam was the lack of a single reference resource similar to what existed for the USMLE Step 1 exam at the time of writing this book. This meant I had to use multiple resources which presented information in different formats and with different points of emphasis, resulting in a disorganized study approach. Despite my relative success on the exam scoring 278 and ＞99th percentile I believe my studying would have been m...
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Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Hemolytic Anemias 25.07.2024 31:00
Extensive review of the various causes of hemolytic anemia.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Normocytic Anemia 22.07.2024 4:58
In this section, we review the causes of normocytic anemia, starting with the non-hemolytic causes such as aplastic anemia and chronic kidney disease.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Macrocytic Anemia 18.07.2024 10:21
Review of the primary causes of macrocytic anemia such as vitamin B12 and folate deficiency.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Principles of Anemia, Blood Types, Transfusion Reactions 14.07.2024 9:10
Broad overview of the causes of anemia. We then switch our focus to discussing blood types and transfusions reactions.
Chapter 9: Hematology-Oncology - Basics of Hematology. 11.07.2024 5:59
A brief review of hematopoiesis and the functions of different cell lines.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Pancreatic Neuroendocrine Tumors 08.07.2024 10:03
Review of hormone producing pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors such as gastrinomas, insulinomas, and others.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Hypoglycemia 05.07.2024 3:37
A quick discussion on hypoglycemia including its causes and management.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Diabetes Mellitus 02.07.2024 18:13
Review of diabetes mellitus risk factors, pathophysiology, diagnostics, management, and complications. We also discuss the pharmacotherapy of diabetes.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Adrenal Disorders 28.06.2024 17:48
Review of the normal anatomy, physiology, and disorders of adrenal gland.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Parathyroid Disorders 04.06.2024 18:10
Review of hyperparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism, and pseudohyperparathyroidism.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Thyroid Disorders 30.05.2024 18:10
A detailed review of hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, and thyroid cancer.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Panhypopituitarism 26.05.2024 10:02
A review of panhypopituitarism and its causes. We conclude with a discussion on how to differentiate primary, secondary, and tertiary hormone disorders along the HPA axis.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Anterior Pituitary Disorders 09.05.2024 6:53
Review of a couple disorders affecting the anterior pituitary hormones - prolactin and growth hormone.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Posterior Pituitary Disorders 06.05.2024 11:59
Review of disorders that occur due deficiencies and excessive release of ADH.
Chapter 8: Endocrinology - Introduction 26.04.2024 4:11
Overview of the different hormones of the endocrine system along the hypothalamic-pituitary-axis. Details regarding the different hormones and associated pathologies will be discussed in subsequent sections.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Miscellaneous 20.04.2024 2:03
A couple miscellaneous topics to briefly review including nephrogenic systemic fibrosis and analgesic nephropathy.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Infections 15.04.2024 4:28
Review of cystitis and pyelonephritis.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Malignancy 06.04.2024 5:09
Review of renal cell carcinoma and bladder cancer.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Cystic Kidney Disease 03.04.2024 6:20
Comparing benign versus malignant cysts, and review of polycystic kidney disease.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Nephrolithiasis 24.03.2024 5:39
Review of the causes of nephrolithiasis, stone composition, and management.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Renovascular Disorders 18.03.2024 2:48
Brief comparison of renal artery stenosis and fibromuscular dysplasia.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Renal Tubular Acidosis 06.03.2024 3:16
A rapid review of the three main subtypes of renal tubular acidosis.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Nephritic and Nephrotic Syndrome 03.03.2024 13:43
Review of the many causes of nephritic and nephrotic syndrome. We conclude with a review of the types of proteinuria.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Chronic Kidney Disease 26.02.2024 7:12
Review of the definition of CKD, its complications, and their management.
Chapter 7: Nephrology - Acute Kidney Injury 23.02.2024 5:04
Review of the causes and management of acute kidney injury including pre-renal, intra-renal, and post-renal azotemia.
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