Second Edition
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Viva in Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry
First Edition: 2010
Second Edition:
2015
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5Preface to the Second Edition
Practical examinations form an important component of the professional examinations during the MBBS. It is as important to get through the theory papers with flying colors as that through the practical papers. Since the students of first professional examination are relatively new to the concept of extensive viva voce examinations, it is important for them to get familiar with the kinds of questions they might have to face before examiners.
The second edition is inspired by the success of the first edition. This book represents a unique combination of important viva questions and answers of all the three subjects (Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry) taught in the first professional examinations. Its unique presentation in the form of three-column format adequately equipped with appropriate illustrations would make it an interesting reading for the students. Three new segments, i.e. Embryology, Histology and Genitourinary system are added to the chapter of “General Anatomy”. In addition to this, several new diagrams (more than 50), color plates (21) and appendix have been added to the new edition.
The students must, however, remember that the book is in no way a replacement for standard textbooks in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry. Nothing can be a replacement for a standard textbook in a particular subject, which would help clarify the various concepts and fundamentals. The student must remember that “the mouth speaks only what the mind knows”, so nothing can be replacement for a sound and effective examination preparation. Strong foundation in these three basic subjects goes a long way in the development of an undergraduate student into a full-fledged doctor. Thus, the students must try to grasp all the important concepts before they start reading this book. This book is meant only for the aid and assistance to the first professional examination and for removing all the fears from the students’ mind.
Making a book is a mammoth task, involving the inputs of several people. I would like to acknowledge various doctors, from whose books images have been used. Last but not least, I would like to thank the medical editors, Ms. Dikshika Joshi and Ms. Alpana Priya for helping me in revising the book. I am also especially grateful to the entire staff of Jaypee Brothers for bringing out this fantastic book.
7Preface to the First Edition
Practical examinations form an important component of the professional examinations during the MBBS. It is as important to get through the theory papers with flying colors as that to the practical papers. Since the students of first professional examination are relatively new to the concept of extensive viva voce examinations, it is important for them to get familiar with the kinds of questions they might have to face before the examiners.
This book presents a unique combination of important viva questions and answers of all the three subjects (Anatomy, Physiology and Biochemistry) taught in the first professional examinations. Its unique presentation in the form of three-column format, adequately equipped with appropriate illustrations would make it an interesting reading for the students. The students must, however, remember that the book is in no way a replacement for standard textbooks in anatomy, physiology and biochemistry. Nothing can be a replacement for a standard textbook in a particular subject, which would help clarify the various concepts and fundamentals. The students must remember that “the mouth speaks only those what the mind knows”, so nothing can be replacement for a sound and effective examination preparation. Strong foundation in these three basic subjects goes a long way in the development of an undergraduate student into a full-fledged doctor. Thus, the students must try to grasp all the important concepts before they start reading this book. This book is meant only for the aid and assistance to the first professional examination and for removing all the fears from the students' mind.