Surgical Recall (Lippincott Connect), Ninth North American Edition

Surgical Recall (Lippincott Connect), Ninth North American Edition by Lorne Blackbourne is the ultimate companion for medical students entering the demanding world of surgical rotations. Trusted for decades, this best-selling resource uses a unique rapid-fire question-and-answer format to prepare students for the exact questions they will encounter from residents, attendings, and examiners.

Designed for learning on the go, the book covers general surgery and all major surgical subspecialties, delivering concise, high-yield information that can be reviewed in minutes before rounds or in the operating suite. The 9th edition has been fully updated to reflect the latest advances in surgical practice, techniques, and exam trends.

Built for Exam & Clinical Success

Surgical Recall is structured to strengthen both knowledge and confidence. Its fast-paced style mirrors real clinical questioning, helping students think quickly and respond accurately under pressure. The text focuses on what truly matters—essential anatomy, physiology, procedures, and decision-making steps required during clerkships and shelf exams.

What’s New in the 9th Edition

• Expanded Rapid-Fire Review questions to reinforce key concepts

• NEW Rapid-Fire Vignettes for clinical scenario practice

• Three-Dimensional Surgical Vignette Chess—a unique three-column approach to patient management

• Updated content across trauma, minimally invasive surgery, and subspecialties

• Pre- and post-tests to measure progress and identify weak areas

Key Features Students Love

• Hundreds of mnemonics, acronyms, tips, and clinical pearls

• Concise procedure descriptions for OR readiness

• Two-column format for quick scanning

• Practical “tricks of the trade” from experienced surgeons

• Coverage aligned with shelf exams and USMLE expectations

Who Should Use This Book?

• Third- and fourth-year medical students on surgery rotations

• Interns and junior residents

• Physician assistant and nurse practitioner surgical trainees

• Anyone preparing for surgery shelf exams or USMLE Step exams

Whether you are scrubbing into your first case or reviewing the night before an exam, Surgical Recall delivers reliable, high-yield answers exactly when you need them. Its portable, focused format makes it the perfect tool for transforming anxiety into confidence and turning study time into real clinical performance.

Master the questions before they are asked—and step into the operating room prepared.