I do not expect to attend till' Jan. However, I would like to buy a couple of books to start getting familiar with the topics. Would buying a 4th edition, as oppose to the newest 5th edition, of Anatomy/Histology BRS book a waste or can I still use them in Jan.?

They are so much cheaper for me (25% of actual cost) but I don't want to end up having to buy the newest edition come time to attend and thereby defeat the purpose of my goal (save $). Anatomy will not change much, if at all, I would imagine? Also, you guys think BRS are solid prep books?

Thanks in advance for the replies.

Try here...

http://www.valuemd.com/thread39088-reading+ahead.html

BRS for anatomy - unless you're hardcore, you won't have time to read that thick book. Test questions at the end of each section will prepare you for the block exams.

BRS for histology - ya, you will need it to clarify some lectures.

I also recommend getting BRS for embryology. It's a nifty little book that explains alot.

I actually peaked at one at Barnes and Nobles a few hours ago and thought the same. Thanks for the reply and the helpful link.

Yeah, you don't need the latest editions, older editions should be fine.

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Hey guys i am new here. What is BRS?

Board Review Series... High yield prep. for Step 1 board exam.

Got it, thanks Jones Johnson