Althoughthe scope of orthopaedic surgery continues to expand on a daily basis,the fundamental information required to pass orthopaedic in-training,board and maintenance of certification (MOC) exams remains largelyunchanged, yet essential. Preparation for the Orthopaedics In-TrainingExam (OITE) and American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery (ABOS) Part 1, ishighly challenging. Recognizing the considerable challenges faced byresidents and practicing orthopaedic surgeons, the authors have writtenan essential guide that provides invaluable knowledge and clinicalpearls on the fundamentals of orthopaedic surgery. Every chapter iscoauthored, providing readers with a well-rounded perspective from botha senior faculty member and a recently matriculated orthopaedicresident/fellow.Chapters are organized by subspecialty, withmargin boxes that highlight test-taking components, clinical insightsgleaned from years of experience and figures specifically focused onhelping readers understand and retain difficult concepts. Pertinentanatomy is precisely illustrated and described in each subspecialtychapter, enabling understanding of normal and pathologicmusculoskeletal system structures and functions. Key Features:An emphasis on subjects that are frequently tested on examsNearly 500 meticulously created illustrationsStructured treatment algorithms that include best diagnostic modalities, expected outcomes and most common complications Study tips, mnemonics and classification schemesEasy-to-read bulleted formatting enables the reader to organize, synthesize and memorize the information with easeThisindispensable book will greatly benefit orthopaedic residents preparingfor board examinations and board-certified orthopaedic surgeons whoneed to fulfill MOC requirements.