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Book Review: Cytopathology Review Guide, 4th Edition
Volume LIII | Number 1 | January 2016
Cytopathology Review Guide, 4th Edition Susan Alperstein, MS, CT(ASCP), The ASC Bulletin Editorial Board New York Presbyterian Hospital New York, New York
Which of the following is gained by using this self-study reference guide? a. A passing grade on board examinations b. A comprehensive, state of the art, self-assessment for proficiency in cytopathology c. Reference tool for continuing education presentations (such as “cytojeopardy”) d. All of the above.
Cytopathology Review Guide, 4th Edition Author: E. Blair Holladay, PhD, SCT(ASCP)CM ASCP @2015 Hardcover, 400 pages 503 images, 1,461 questions ISBN-13: 9780891896357
How proficient are you in diagnostic cytopathology? Are you prepared for a challenge? E. Blair Holladay’s Cytopathology Review Guide 4th Edition with its current-up-to-date, new and enhanced questions is the quintessential guide for cytology self-assessment and preparation for passing the cytology board examination. Since 1998, Dr. Holladay has provided an invaluable comprehensive educational tool that has assisted thousands of individuals, teaching them how to successfully practice cytopathology and pass their board examinations. This exemplary guide serves as a comprehensive self-study and assessment tool for students training in the field of cytology, as well as pathology residents, cytology fellows, cytotechnologists, and cytopathologists. Academic settings will find this guide to be a helpful curriculum-building tool by providing questions for assessment and proficiency following learning objectives. This edition of Cytopathology Review Guide offers a balanced mixture of key content areas. These include gynecologic cytology, non-gynecologic cytology including fine needle aspiration, cytopreparatory techniques, ancillary tests, and laboratory management. Photo-microscopy images in this edition are enhanced, providing large, clear, and well-formed representations of many cytologic entities. For example, the images of organisms are readily identifiable. The content in this edition is updated and provides state of the art guidelines for exemplifying and illustrating the current scope of practice in cytology. The chapter on gynecologic cytology as an example includes implementation of the recent 2014 Bethesda System for reporting cervical cytology along with standard and current questions on reporting, screening, and management guidelines. A highlight in this edition is the addition of a cutting edge chapter on molecular diagnostics and theranostics, a necessary component of the cytopathology curriculum. Complimentary components of cytopathology diagnostics have evolved and have become integrated in providing optimal patient care. This reference guide is comprehensive in covering all of these recent ancillary tests. E Blair Holladay is dedicated to the enhancement of our profession as he continually provides us with modern tools for enhanced literacy in cytology education practice. In my opinion, this guide is his best thus far.
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Cytopathology Review Guide, 4th Edition Susan Alperstein, MS, CT(ASCP), The ASC Bulletin Editorial Board New York Presbyterian Hospital New York, New York
Which of the following is gained by using this self-study reference guide? a. A passing grade on board examinations b. A comprehensive, state of the art, self-assessment for proficiency in cytopathology c. Reference tool for continuing education presentations (such as “cytojeopardy”) d. All of the above.
Cytopathology Review Guide, 4th Edition Author: E. Blair Holladay, PhD, SCT(ASCP)CM ASCP @2015 Hardcover, 400 pages 503 images, 1,461 questions ISBN-13: 9780891896357
How proficient are you in diagnostic cytopathology? Are you prepared for a challenge? E. Blair Holladay’s Cytopathology Review Guide 4th Edition with its current-up-to-date, new and enhanced questions is the quintessential guide for cytology self-assessment and preparation for passing the cytology board examination. Since 1998, Dr. Holladay has provided an invaluable comprehensive educational tool that has assisted thousands of individuals, teaching them how to successfully practice cytopathology and pass their board examinations. This exemplary guide serves as a comprehensive self-study and assessment tool for students training in the field of cytology, as well as pathology residents, cytology fellows, cytotechnologists, and cytopathologists. Academic settings will find this guide to be a helpful curriculum-building tool by providing questions for assessment and proficiency following learning objectives. This edition of Cytopathology Review Guide offers a balanced mixture of key content areas. These include gynecologic cytology, non-gynecologic cytology including fine needle aspiration, cytopreparatory techniques, ancillary tests, and laboratory management. Photo-microscopy images in this edition are enhanced, providing large, clear, and well-formed representations of many cytologic entities. For example, the images of organisms are readily identifiable. The content in this edition is updated and provides state of the art guidelines for exemplifying and illustrating the current scope of practice in cytology. The chapter on gynecologic cytology as an example includes implementation of the recent 2014 Bethesda System for reporting cervical cytology along with standard and current questions on reporting, screening, and management guidelines. A highlight in this edition is the addition of a cutting edge chapter on molecular diagnostics and theranostics, a necessary component of the cytopathology curriculum. Complimentary components of cytopathology diagnostics have evolved and have become integrated in providing optimal patient care. This reference guide is comprehensive in covering all of these recent ancillary tests. E Blair Holladay is dedicated to the enhancement of our profession as he continually provides us with modern tools for enhanced literacy in cytology education practice. In my opinion, this guide is his best thus far.
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