In the world of BHMS exam preparation, every student seeks a reliable, concise, and exam-oriented resource. One such book that is becoming increasingly popular among 3rd year BHMS students is My Notebook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology by Dr. Shailesh Maheshwari, published by Mann Publications. Below, I share a review of this book, how it helps with exam preparation, and some notes on where you can reasonably obtain it
About the Author — Dr. Shailesh Maheshwari
Dr. Shailesh Maheshwari is a homeopathic practitioner and educator. According to Mann Publications, he completed his BHMS from LBS College, Bhopal in 2006, and later his MD (Pediatrics) in 2010. He is also actively involved in coaching and has authored several “notebook” style books for homeopathy & medical subjects — among them “My Notebook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.”
His approach seems to be focused on putting together compact, exam-friendly content that homeopathy students can use to revise effectively.
What the Book Covers & Its Purpose
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The title “Notebook” suggests a concise, bullet-point, high-yield format rather than a heavy textbook.
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It is specifically targeted at the BHMS curriculum (particularly the 3rd year where Obstetrics & Gynaecology is covered). The BHMS syllabus expects students to learn applied anatomy, physiology, gynecological disorders, antenatal and postnatal care, and related topics.
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From what is known from Mann Publications, the retail price is around ₹210 (sometimes discounted) for My Notebook of Obstetrics & Gynaecology.
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The goal is to provide a summary, “notebook style” content that’s easy to memorize, ideal for last-minute revisions and exam points.
Pros & What I Liked (as a 3rd Year BHMS Student)
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Conciseness & Clarity
The notebook format means that it doesn’t waste pages. Key definitions, symptoms, investigations, and remedies (when relevant) are laid out clearly. -
Focused on Examination Needs
Because it’s tailored to BHMS syllabus, you’re less likely to see extraneous material. This can prevent overwhelm when revising before exams. -
Ease of Revision
The compact layout helps you skim quickly, especially in the days before exams when time is limited. -
Reasonable Price & Accessibility
The book is affordably priced in India (as per Mann Publications).It may also be listed on Flipkart (I’ll talk about that shortly). -
Author Credibility in Homeopathy Education
Dr. Maheshwari is already known in homeopathy coaching circles and among students, which gives some confidence that the content is vetted for BHMS students’ needs.
Some Drawbacks / What Could Be Better
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Not a substitute for a detailed textbook
For deeper understanding, case studies, or clinical application, you’ll still need a fuller Obstetrics & Gynae text or reference material. -
Limited clinical context or examples
Sometimes notebooks reduce content so much that you may miss nuances or connections between topics. -
Updates & New Editions
Medical knowledge evolves (especially in obstetrics). If the edition is older, it might miss newer guidelines or protocols. -
Potential for missing content
Because of the brevity, certain topics — especially less common ones — might get minimal coverage.
Recommendation & Usage Tips for BHMS Students
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Use this notebook for revision and reinforcement, not as your main learning source.
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Start with a full structured text or lecture notes, then compress important points into this notebook.
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Combine with mnemonics, flashcards, and previous years’ questions.
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Keep track of updates in obstetrics guidelines (e.g. prenatal care, protocols) from reliable medical sources and cross-check if the notebook’s content aligns.
