: Many students report that the material directly mirrors the "testable" content found on the Surgery Shelf examination.

: Concise summaries of essential surgical diseases, diagnostic tools, and therapeutic interventions.

Dr. Pestana’s Surgery Notes: Exclusive Edition

Exclusive versions of the notes feature sidebars titled "Pearls," which are not found in general review books. These are one-sentence rules that answer 30% of the ABSITE questions. For example:

Owning the exclusive notes is not enough. You must use them surgically—with precision and efficiency. Here is the 4-week study plan used by top residents who keep their copy "exclusive" to their study corner.

If you have access to these notes, here is the exclusive strategy to maximize your score: