M1/PA1 Book List Fall Semester 2021University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine
Introduction
Welcome to the official book list for M1 and PA1 students at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine for the Fall 2021 semester. This comprehensive list contains all required textbooks, reference materials, and resources you will need throughout your first semester in the medical program.
We understand the financial commitment of medical education, and we've structured this list to help you make informed decisions about which books to purchase new, used, or rent. Some materials will be provided electronically through the university's online resource portal.
Required Course Materials
| Book Title | Author(s) | Edition | ISBN | Course | Required/Optional |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grant's Dissector | Alan J. Detton | 16th | 978-1451193453 | Anatomy | Required |
| Clinical Anatomy by Regions | Richard S. Snell | 10th | 978-1451187421 | Anatomy | Required |
| Netter's Atlas of Human Anatomy | Frank H. Netter | 7th | 978-0323393225 | Anatomy | Required |
| Atlas of Clinical Gross Anatomy | Scott E. Moses | N/A | Provided by College | Anatomy | Required |
| Physiology | Linda S. Costanzo | 6th | 978-0323478816 | Physiology | Required |
| Essential Cell Biology | Bruce Alberts | 5th | 978-0393691092 | Cell Biology | Required |
| Rapid Review Biochemistry | John W. Pelley | 4th | 978-0323430937 | Biochemistry | Required |
| Lippincott Illustrated Reviews: Microbiology | Harvey et al. | 3rd | 978-1451175855 | Microbiology | Required |
| BRS Pathology | Ronald S. Rubin | 6th | 978-1451176135 | Pathology | Required |
| Neuroanatomy through Clinical Cases | Hal Blumenfeld | 2nd | 978-1604062884 | Neuroscience | Required |
| Human Genetics | Ricki Lewis | 12th | 978-0073525365 | Genetics | Required |
| Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine | Dennis L. Kasper | 20th | 978-0071830323 | Clinical Medicine | Required (Access Only) |
| First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 | Tao Le | 2022 | 978-1264267718 | Board Review | Optional (Recommended) |
Important Notes:
- For Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, digital access through the university library will be sufficient. You do not need to purchase the hard copy.
- The Atlas of Clinical Gross Anatomy will be provided by the College.
- Several courses provide supplementary materials through ICON (Iowa Courses Online) that you will need to access.
- First Aid for the USMLE Step 1 is optional but highly recommended as a study resource throughout your medical education.
- Previous editions of most textbooks (one edition back) are usually acceptable if you prefer to save money. Consult with course directors first.
Where to Purchase Books
Students have several options for purchasing their required books:
- University of Iowa Bookstore: Located in the Iowa Memorial Union (IMU), offering physical copies and price-matching with online retailers for new books.
- Medical Student Government Association (MSGA) Book Sale: Usually held during orientation week, this is an excellent opportunity to purchase used books from second-year medical students at discounted prices.
- Online Retailers: Amazon, Chegg, and other online retailers often offer competitive pricing for both new and used books.
- Digital Options: Many textbooks are available as e-books or through subscription services like AccessMedicine and ClinicalKey, which are accessible through the University library.
- Rental Options: Several services like Chegg, Barnes & Noble, and Amazon offer textbook rentals at a fraction of the cost of purchasing.
Cost-Saving Tips:
- Check with second-year students about which books they found essential versus which were rarely used.
- Consider using library copies for reference books that you won't need to annotate.
- Form study groups and share resources when possible.
- Take advantage of price-match guarantees at the university bookstore.
- Look for international editions of textbooks, which are often substantially cheaper but contain the same content.
- Many resources are available through the Hardin Library for the Health Sciences with your university login.
Additional Resources
Beyond the required textbooks, the following resources may be helpful during your first semester:
- AnatomyTV: 3D anatomy visualization tool available through the university library subscription.
- Anki: A flashcard app that many medical students find helpful for memorization.
- Sketchy Medical: A visual learning system for microbiology and pharmacology (subscription-based).
- OnlineMedEd: Video resources covering basic science and clinical topics (some free content available).
- Pathoma: Fundamentals of Pathology video lectures and accompanying textbook.
Conclusion
While the book list may seem extensive, not every text will be used with equal frequency in all courses. We recommend starting with the core required texts and supplementing as needed based on your learning style and course requirements.
Remember that the university library provides access to many electronic resources, and your peer network will be an invaluable source of information about which materials are most useful for each course.
We wish you success in your first semester at the University of Iowa Carver College of Medicine. Academic support resources are available if you need assistance with your studies or with navigating the curriculum.
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