Physiology Essentials Navigating Charts, OSPE, OSCE, Calculations, and Viva Voce – Part 2

Description

The transition from theoretical knowledge to confident clinical performance is a primary challenge for first-year medical students.
Observed Structured Clinical Examination is meticulously crafted to bridge this critical gap, serving as a trusted companion to core textbooks rather than a replacement.
Structured in two parts, the book first helps students master the OSCE/OSPE. It offers comprehensive learning stations that move beyond simple checklists, featuring a unique marking system that reflects clinical weight. Each station is enhanced with a ‘Student’s Corner’ providing the crucial ‘why’ behind each step, and an ‘Assessor’s Corner’ with high-yield questions an examiner is likely to ask, promoting true understanding over rote memorization.
The second part focuses on excelling in the Viva Voce examination, providing strategies to build interconnected webs of knowledge rather than isolated facts. It emphasizes understanding clinical relevance and practicing concise, confident verbalization.
Covering a vast range of topics from anthropometry and general examination to all major clinical systems and haematology practicals, the book is an indispensable tool designed not just for exam success, but to build a solid foundation for the knowledgeable and compassionate physicians of tomorrow.

About The Author

About Authors : About the Authors
Dr. Senthil Kumar Subramanian, MBBS, MD, DNB, is an Associate Professor of Physiology at AIIMS Madurai with over 17 years of experience. A prolific researcher with over 50 publications and 1000+ citations, his expertise spans exercise physiology, autonomic function, and clinical testing. As a certified Medical Exercise Specialist, ISAK Level 3 Kinanthropometrist, and seasoned examiner, he brings unparalleled practical insight into the nuances of physiology examinations, making him a cornerstone of this authorial team.

Dr. Archana Gaur T, MBBS, MD, is an Associate Professor of Physiology at AIIMS Bibinagar. An esteemed alumna of JIPMER, Puducherry, she brings a formidable 15-year teaching and research career, underscored by an impressive 71 publications. Her specialized qualifications as a Registered Polysomnographic Technologist (RPSGT) and her fellowship in Diabetology provide a unique, clinically grounded depth to the content, particularly in respiratory and metabolic physiology. Her extensive experience as an invited speaker at national forums ensures the material is presented with clarity and authority.

Dr. Rajathi R., MSc, PhD, is an Assistant Professor of Physiology at AIIMS Bathinda. A distinguished alumna of JIPMER, Puducherry, she brings a strong research acumen with 20 publications and a keen focus on cardiovascular autonomic function and metabolic health. Her experience across multiple AIIMS institutes provides a broad perspective on diverse curricula. As a certified ISAK Level 2 Anthropometrist and multiple award-winning academic, she ensures the content is both scientifically rigorous and pedagogically effective.

This book is the culmination of a unique collaboration between three powerhouses of physiology education. Their combined expertise—encompassing decades of teaching, groundbreaking research, clinical application, and specialized certifications—ensures that Physiology Essentials: Navigating Charts, OSPE, OSCE, Calculations, and Viva Voce – Part 2 is the most authoritative, comprehensive, and student-centric guide available. It is meticulously crafted to transform exam preparation into a journey of mastery and confidence.