Robbins Basic Pathology

Vinay Kumar, MBBS, MD, FRCPath, Abul K. Abbas, MBBS and Jon C. Aster, MD, PhD

Preferred by most med students as the gold standard of pathology textbooks, Robbins Basic Pathology is a great introductory text for aspiring physicians. This book is thorough, yet readable. It gives a comprehensive overview of the general principles of pathology, and equips you with all of the relevant information you need to not only ace Step 1 in your USMLE’s, but also enter your career with confidence, no matter what specialty you choose.

Easy Reading

Robbins Basic Pathology is a lighter, manageable version of Robbins and Cotran Pathologic Basis of Disease, by the same editor team (commonly known among med students as “Big Robbins”).  By highlighting key pathological processes, such as pathogenesis and morphology, this text focuses more on the pertinent information you need to truly understand human pathology without overwhelming you with unnecessary details. As a first year student, you will learn more about the clinical features of a disease, how to apply that knowledge in a hospital setting and of course, how to prepare for those board exams.

Less Time, More Learning

This text is written with the intention of saving significant time digesting information. The magic is in the organization of concepts and details. Concepts are presented in blocks that are easier to follow with complicated information broken down into paragraphs that are a lot easier to read. Additionally, text boxes that summarize key pieces of information are included at the end of each section. Vivid artwork and plenty of schematic diagrams are placed throughout the text to help you fully understand pathology.

Interactive Learning

Basic Pathology comes with a free interactive eBook that you can access online or offline through Student Consult. You can use this digital platform to strengthen your knowledge with self-assessment questions, bonus images and more. With Student Consult, you can even personalize your eBook(s), with easily retrievable notes and highlighted text.  Reading concepts is one thing, learning them is another. By using this platform to sharpen your skills and challenge yourself to do better, you’ll be sure to get the most out of your medical education.