Handbooks that will assist Medical students and Surgical residents in a Cardiothoracic Surgery rotation

	The Cardiothoracic Surgery Resident Pocket Survival Guide, Mario R. Llaneras et al., 1st edition, $16, ISBN# 1883205344.
	CARDIAC SURGERY Intern "Survival" Guide
	Manual of Perioperative Care in Adult Cardiac Surgery**, Robert M Bojar, 4th edition, $60, ISBN# 1405104392. This is the new edition of the ultimate handbook in cardiothoracic surgery. It represents the gold standard in perioperative care and management of patients undergoing cardiac surgery. Additional chapters discussing bleeding, the respiratory, cardiac, and renal subsystems in depth, and aspects of care specific to recovery on the postoperative floor. Completely updated references extensive illustrations, including figures depicting operative techniques, 14 helpful appendices covering order and flow sheets, protocols, commonly used drug dosages, and procedures.