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Written Test Question Bank"Compared to other on-line written exams, I felt your questions are much more representative of the actual board exam" -- 2008 "Well written, no ambiguity, tough, but fair" -- 2008 "Hate those negatively worded questions, but I understand this is very representative of the exam" -- 2008 "Unfortunately, I am repeating the (ABOG) written boards. Your written test question bank virtually duplicates the exam in that it is computerized and the format of the questions are very similar to the boards. The interpretation summary and narrative explanations of the answers were enormously helpful. I can't believe I'm saying this, but it was actually fun." -- 2008 "I appreciate that it can be taken on-line without having to download and the answers can be reviewed immediately" -- 2008 "Convenient and accessible" -- 2008 "The testing bank...excellent, excellent. I really liked the feedback analysis and the simulated exam. Before ABC my score was 65% - after ABC, 78%. This is a great adjunct to the course." -- AB August 2010 ABC's faculty, in collaboration with Jolley Test Prep (JTP), has created a series of written exams. These computer-based questions are specifically designed in accordance with recent ABOG written board and CREOG in-service exam formats. The subject matter for the questions is chosen based on the likelihood of occurring on your examination. The majority of these test topics are covered extensively at the ABC course. We also view this as a prime opportunity to add topics that are not explicitly covered at the course, yet may occur on your test. The exam writers are all ABC faculty, who actively practice OB/GYN, which is essential to provide the contemporary insight and expertise necessary to keep pace with current exam trends. Additionally, each question meets rigorous construction criteria for educational soundness.Because of the unique union of the expertise of ABC's subject matter content, with the educational performance evaluation from JTP, we are able to provide feedback that is not available from any other online written question service. In addition to your score profile, you will also have access to a written summary of how to best interpret your performance. This includes a description of common "error patterns", which are mistakes that test-takers are frequently unaware of but which depress their score. "Error patterns" include spending too much or too little time on questions; being impulsive; "giving away" straight forward questions because they feel there is a "trick"; neglecting the fundamentals; and other patterns that can be straight-forwardly corrected once brought to the attention of the exam taker. You will also be able to access a list of answers and references for each question which provides feedback similar to ACOG's PROLOG series. Thus the questions and answers are not only informative, but instructive as well. ABC recommends you strive for a score of at least 70% accuracy in order to increase the likelihood that you are adequately prepared for the actual written boards. We are offering current Diagnostic tests at a fee of $60 for ABC clients. You will have access to the tests and the accompanying report and explanations for one month after the purchase of the exam. We expect these diagnostic tests will help you prepare with more focus and direction. It is our mission to provide you with the tools necessary to increase the likelihood of achieving a score commensurate with your ability. For a sample of our questions, click here. $60.00. Order HERE. The Challenger/ABC Question Bank™
Written QuestionsLearn from others who have already paved the path. Our Written Questions are a compilation of over 650 reconstructed questions based on recollections of topics and format from past candidates' experiences.The manual has a Table of Contents for easy reference to beeline to questions in a particular topic. The manual is divided into two sections. The first contains the questions only. This makes for quick access to the questions, but more importantly, does not bias the reader with the answer. The second section has the question, then the answer, and finally a brief narrative explanation. $150.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. Oral Exam ScriptsWhen you think of your oral exam, can you identify with how David must have felt when he first saw Goliath? No worries; we've got your slingshot. This manual compiles the recollections of others experience with the ABOG oral exam. Like your exam, the manual is divided into the three sections of OB, GYN, and Office. Each section is further organized by topic with introductory scripts for corresponding case list and structured cases. Not only will you have a great feel for the conduct of the exam, you will also have an indispensable study guide, as you will surely have some of the same topics on your case list and exam.
"I studied with a couple of friends who had products from other companies, so we pooled our resources. Not surprisingly, there was overlap of the recollections; however, the organization of your Scripts manual was TOP NOTCH. Quickly this became our 'go to' source since hands down was the easiest to navigate and the most thorough." -- AF November 2011 "The Scripts book was great, it was very helpful to know what to expect and prepare for. I even had some of the exact same questions on my exam!" -- VD December 2010 "I PASSED!!!!! Yippee and a million thanks. I wanted to share with the future student how I studied b/c I really think it helped: I made a huge list of topics from the syllabus and my case list about 6wks before the exam and did a topic review. Then I strictly used your oral exam scripts to review everything. I really think this got me ready for the hard questions and let me review what I had already read. There were NO surprises on my test." -- LM January 2011 "I have similar products from another company, but yours is superior because of the detail and especially the organization" -- NG December 2010 "Very user friendly" -- ER November 2010 $125.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE.Oral Exam FAQsThis manual provides a checklist approach to your oral exam. The line of questioning for both the case list and structured cases is very predictable. We list these Frequently Asked Questions per topic for OB, GYN, and Office. This is a great tool to guide or cross reference your studying and is even better to practice the oral exam format. Don't be taken by surprise on your exam.
"This is a gold mine. Almost all the questions on my exam were from the FAQs … it was like a déjà vu experience." -- ER November 2010 "It was surreal; I had studied from the FAQ manual and it was like the examiners were using it too as their script." -- SS November 2010 $95.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE."Are You Smarter Than a Board Examiner?" Workshop BinderThis is the booklet of 100+ exam questions with an answer key and their narrative explanation that attendees receive at our popular workshop, Are You Smarter Than A Board Examiner? Unfortunately, we can't package the side-splitting laughter and jolly from those that participate in this hilarious game, which is modeled after the TV game show Are You Smarter Than a Fifth Grader? Needless to say, this gives a whole new dimension on preparing for your written board exam. Who knew studying for OB/GYN could be so fun?!$125.00. Order HERE.
Best $ ever spent for an exam. This was very helpful to me. In fact, I think this was the best part of the course. The questions were similar to the exam (as I have unfortunately taken it before) and explanations were detailed in all groups. This workshop was great -- it helped to talk it out with others -- hear how they processed material. I would recommend this to anyone taking the boards. Her explanations of the questions helped me to see patterns and to focus on what the question is actually asking. I feel this will definitely help me get more questions correct on the boards. This was a blast...and hugely helpful too! Pearls of Exxcellence
You're not just diving for any pearls, rather for those priceless Pearls of Exxcellence. These are a compilation of topics determined by ABOG to be the most challenging and often missed questions on the oral board exam. These topics are undoubtedly from the Structured Cases AKA "Case of the Day" portion of the exam. Additionally ABOG provides a brief review of each topic. Thus this is a rare opportunity to gain a unique insight into the ABOG answer. Not only do we list these topics, but we further categorize these gems by subject. It's fascinating to note the same old topics that repeatedly stump candidates. Since the Case of the Days are recycled , not only will you get one (peg)leg up, but you should cross reference these topics to those on your case list. You'll gleefully exclaim "Arrrgh" when you crack open this oral exam treasure chest. $10.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. Pass Your Oral Ob/Gyn Board Exam, 4th Edition
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"I am an MFM fellow in my first year and will take the general boards this year. I bought and am reading your book on how to take and pass the oral ob/gyn board exam. I hope it is OK to email you with a question. I would greatly appreciate your advice! Your book is becoming indispensable in my preparation." -- ND May 2010 "I just bought 8 of your books to give to my graduating chief residents. I can't think of a better way to make a difference for their future." -- ND May 2010 "I was advised don't even attempt the case list without your book. I bought your book the first week of July and I am devouring it with the anticipation of preparing correctly for my orals." -- EB August 2010 "Our residency purchased your book for all the chief residents as a going away present. We refer to it as 'the Bible' for the oral exams." "Your book has been the 'light in darkness' for this journey." -- AR, July 2010 My preparation for the 2009 exam was plainly deficient. For days after the test, I just shook my head when I thought about it. In June this year (2010), as I scrambled to complete another case list, I ordered your book and reading it was like finding religion. I clearly hadn't grasped the magnitude of this test, and I certainly hadn't undertaken any strategy in my approach. For instance, it never occurred to me that I didn't HAVE to tolerate the restrictions and idiosyncracies of the ABOG software. When I read your advice to create my own case list spreadsheet, I about fell off my chair with the genius of it! Every piece of advice just seemed so profound that I decided to start over with a new approach to this beast." -- JL Oct 2010 $45.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE.Obstetrics, Gynecology & Infertility, 6th Edition - Pocket Edition
ISBN-10 0-9645467-7-9 (Pocket edition)704 Pages Over 500 tables, flowcharts, figures
Written for a wide range of medical professionals, this pocket-sized compendium is dedicated to all aspects of Obstetrics and Gynecology and contains over 500 tables, flowcharts and figures making each topic easier to recall. Many useful resources from recent original articles are now at your fingertips in one source-book.
Obstetrics, Gynecology & Infertility, 6th Edition - Desk Edition w/PDA Download
ISBN 978-0-9645467-8-3704 pages Over 500 tables, flowcharts, figures Since 1990 this pocket handbook has been used by thousands of physicians, medical students,nurse midwives, nurses and other healthcare providers. Now in this completely rewritten and revised UPDATED 6th EDITION you can find everything that you need to provide comprehensive healthcare to women.
$50.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility - Handbook for Clinicians
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Test Topics Manual"I love that the yellow notes have specific ACOG compendium bulletins listed for each topic to direct & focus study of the compendium." Oct 08 "I see why you have the pages in yellow, as they are worth their weight in gold. This allowed me to condense the 900 page syllabus to 55 pages!" Sep 08 The ABC syllabus is based exclusively on the topics that are most likely to occur on your exam. Each lecture is accompanied by a manual that lists the exam focus that has historically and repeatedly occurred on the test. Additionally, the Test Topics Manual has a list of the most up-to-date accompanying ACOG Practice/Educational Bulletin and/or Committee Opinion pertinent to each topic. This Manual not only reinforces the exam focus of the lecture, but is an invaluable study aid to recapture the highlights on later review.The Test Topics Manual is available for purchase to organize your studying, facilitate your case list construction/defense, or get a jump-start prior to the course. The Test Topics Manual is complimentary to all course attendees. $95.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. Annual MOC (Maintenance of Certification) ManualBelieve it or not, but your recertification (MOC) is affecting you now for your oral exam. All board certified OB/GYNs, including your examiners MUST maintain their certification by reading a list of selected publications in OB, GYN, & Office. They are all due September 30th, so they are fresh on your examiner's mind. You can bet the same topics will overlap with your case list. Our Annual MOC Manual summarizes the current and previous articles AND lists the overlapping written questions for each year. Your examiners will be most pleased with your contemporary knowledge!For those of you preparing for your MOC Phase III or the Written Board Exam , ABOG has publicly acknowledged that the source for some of the questions will come from the articles. Uggh, do you dread the thought of rereading all those articles? No worries, for each year, we've summarized the articles AND the overlapping written questions -- HINT, HINT. $75.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. Medtext Publications
Course RecordingsIf you can't come to our course or ideally would like to reinforce what you learned at the course, then our recordings are the best solution. We recorded our September 2007 course, which was updated in 2010. The recordings are available as audio only (mp3 format on CD) or audio and visual (DVD).We have selected speakers that best represent your examiner's perspective. Thus the subspecialty topics are delivered by our MFM, Gyn Oncology, and REI subspecialists; the office gyn topics by our generalists and family planning, and the primary care by our internist. Like your examiners, our speakers are a mix of academicians and private practitioners. Every speaker is a clinician, who walks the talk.
"Your audio lectures were a great tool and was the 'music' I listened to on my way to/from the hospital. I have to share a funny story about them: they have a dangerous side too. One early morning I was driving home after a long night at the hospital and of course I was listening to one of your lectures, the one about the ureteral and bladder injuries. You said we have to know and memorize the course of the ureter and I found myself listening to your commands: 'I want you to close your eyes and imagine the ureter traveling...', and I was driving, and I closed my eyes; fortunately the gravel on the side of the road startled me out of my trance. That was a close call, but guess what they asked me on my exam? Yep, the course of the ureter...that one I couldn't suppress a laugh as I answered." -- VD December 2010 "The course topics were spot on with my exam topics." -- CC November 2010 Click HERE to view sample videos from our lectures.Prices start at $100. Order your CDs and DVDs HERE. Course Manual
Case of the Day Workshop CD and Binderfor those taking their ABOG ORAL or AOBOG CLINICAL exam
"Love the CD...Practice, practice, practice! What a great confidence builder!" -- Sep 09 "Great at relieving the fear of the unknown." Sep 08 "Unfortunately I'm repeating my exam. The simulation on the computer and the type of cases gave me goose bumps as this was just exactly like my test; however, now I'm better armed" -- Sep 09
Structured Cases CD
WOW! After years of being asked, ABC is finally offering our signature Structured Cases CDs to you for home study. ABC's Structured Cases have been widely acclaimed as essentially duplicating the structured case portion of the ABOG oral exam as well as the format for the AOBOG clinical exam. We are making these available to the public in our new Structured Cases CD that will be sold by the subject of your choice. These CDs are exceptionally valuable for you to familiarize and ultimately perfect this mode of the exam, as well as to assess your knowledge in a specific topic.
"Love the CD...Practice, practice, practice! What a great confidence builder!" -- Sep 09 "Great at relieving the fear of the unknown" -- Sep 08 Each CD has five cases with 4-6 follow up questions in powerpoint, just like the ABOG oral exam and similar to the notebook for the AOBOG clinical exam. Additionally, the examiner's answer sheet which includes questions, answers, and point value for pass/marginal/fail are available for both self and partner study and practice.Take the unknown out of the exam. With just a few CD sessions, master this mode of the exam. Heck, it will be as easy as reciting your ABCs! CDs available in the following subjects:
$50.00 each. Order HERE. Safety Course Manual
Safety is an "in" topic no matter which exam you are taking. It is so important, that ABOG mandates its candidates to complete a course in safety in order to maintain their certification. Because many of us did not receive a formal course in safety, this may well be your only opportunity to find an objective review collaborated and endorsed by BOTH ACOG and ABOG. ABC’s Safety Course Manual provides a narrative summary of each chapter and written exam questions.$50.00 standard ground delivery included. Order HERE. | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Since 1990 this pocket handbook has been used by thousands of physicians, medical students, nurse midwives, nurses and other healthcare providers. Now in this completely rewritten and revised UPDATED 6th EDITION you can find everything that you need to provide comprehensive healthcare to women.
