(PDF)Levinson's Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology: A Guide to Clinical Infectious Disease 18th Edition
by Peter Chin-Hong, Elizabeth A. Joyce, Manjiree Karandikar, Mehrdad Matloubian, Luis Alberto Rubio, Brian S. Schwartz, Warren E. Levinson
Key Highlights
- •📚 Over 600 USMLE-style practice questions with explanations
- •🔬 Full-color illustrations and clinical correlation cases
- •🦠 Comprehensive coverage of emerging pathogens including COVID-19
Description
Looking to master infectious diseases and clinical microbiology? Levinson's Review of Medical Microbiology and Immunology 18th Edition is your ultimate guide! This comprehensive medical textbook covers everything from basic microbiology to clinical applications, making it perfect for medical student, resident physician, and healthcare professional preparing for board exams. Who this book for? It's ideal for medical student studying for USMLE, resident physician in infectious disease, or any healthcare worker needing a reliable microbiology reference. What problem does it solve? If you struggle to remember complex microbial pathogens or need quick clinical correlations for infectious disease cases, this book break down difficult concepts into understandable chunks. You'll gain deep understanding of bacteriology, virology, mycology, and parasitology, plus practical immunology knowledge that apply directly to patient care. With over 600 high-yield questions and full-color illustrations, its worth reading because it consistently help student pass their board exams and become better clinician. Download the PDF now and boost your infectious disease knowledge today!
FAQ
Is this book good for USMLE Step 1 preparation?
Absolutely! Many student consider this one of the best resource for microbiology section of USMLE Step 1, with high-yield content and practice questions.
Does the 18th edition include COVID-19 coverage?
Yes, this updated edition include comprehensive coverage of SARS-CoV-2 and COVID-19, along with other emerging infectious disease.
How many practice questions does it have?
The book contain over 600 USMLE-style questions with detailed explanations to test your understanding.
Is this suitable for nursing student or just medical student?
While primarily aimed at medical student, its also great for advanced nursing student, PA student, and other healthcare professional needing strong microbiology foundation.
Does it cover antimicrobial resistance?
Yes, there's extensive coverage of antibiotic resistance mechanisms and clinical implications throughout the book.
Are there color images in the PDF version?
Yes! The PDF maintain all the full-color illustrations and diagrams that make understanding microbial morphology much easier.
Reader Reviews
★★★★★
MedStudent2024(Medical Student)
This book saved me for microbiology on Step 1! The clinical correlations make everything stick so much better.
★★★★★
InfectiousDoc(Infectious Disease Fellow)
As an ID fellow, I still refer back to Levinson's. The 18th edition updates on emerging pathogens are particularly valuable.
★★★★
NursingGrad(Nurse Practitioner Student)
Great for NP school microbiology, tho some sections are more detailed than I needed. The clinical cases are super helpful!
★★★★★
BoardPrepper(Resident Physician)
The practice questions are gold for board prep. Explained everything clearly and helped identify my weak areas.
★★★★
MicroBioFan(Microbiology Enthusiast)
Love how they organize the content by pathogen type. Makes studying so much more efficient than other textbook.
★★★★★
ClinicalLearner(Medical Resident)
The clinical pearls throughout the book have actually helped me on rounds. Worth every penny for the PDF version.
★★★★
StudyGroupLeader(Medical Student)
Our whole study group used this for micro. The tables and summary boxes are perfect for quick review before exams.
About the Author
Peter Chin-Hong, MD, is a renowned infectious disease specialist and professor at UCSF School of Medicine. He lead the author team for this 18th edition, bringing decades of clinical and teaching experience to ensure the content remain current and clinically relevant for today's healthcare learners.
