- August 21, 2026
Dr. M. Y Shaikh Talks About His Book “Integrated Textbook of Biochemistry Volume – 2”
About the Author:
Dr. Mukhtadir is a medical educator, researcher, and biochemistry specialist in training focused on making complex concepts accessible to students. He completed undergraduate medical training before specializing in Biochemistry at the postgraduate level. He teaches undergraduate and postgraduate students, conducts research, and participates in academic activities. He has received an ICMR research grant for his work. Beyond academics, he simplifies complex medical concepts, develops learning resources for postgraduate students, and is interested in scientific writing, laboratory quality improvement, and integrating technology into medical education and laboratory medicine.
Exclusive interview with the author
Q: What Inspired You To Write This Book?
A: During my postgraduate training, I realized that students spent countless hours searching through multiple standard textbooks just to answer a single university question. I wanted to bridge that gap by creating an exam-oriented guide that combines authentic content with the expectations of university examiners. My goal was to save students time without compromising scientific accuracy.
Q: Can You Tell Us About The Book?
A: Integrated Textbook of Biochemistry: Exam Preparatory Guide for Postgraduates is a two-volume hardbound reference designed specifically for MD Biochemistry residents. It contains detailed answers to university questions from the last ten years, presented in a structured, high-yield format integrated with concepts from standard textbooks.
Q: What Does The Title Mean?
A: The title reflects exactly what the book is. “Integrated” signifies that it combines knowledge from multiple standard textbooks into one cohesive resource, while “Exam Preparatory Guide” emphasizes its purpose of helping postgraduate students prepare efficiently for university examinations.
Q: What Did You Learn When Writing The Book?
A: Writing the book reinforced that true understanding comes from integrating concepts rather than memorizing facts. It also taught me the importance of precision, consistency, and presenting complex scientific information in a way that is easy to understand and recall.
Q: Where Do You Get Your Information Or Ideas For Your Books?
A: The content comes primarily from internationally recognized biochemistry textbooks, university examination papers, recent scientific literature, and my own experience as both a clinician and a postgraduate student. The idea originated from identifying the practical difficulties faced by MD residents during examination preparation.
Q: Do You Try More To Be Original Or To Deliver To Readers What They Want?
A: I believe originality should solve a real problem. My priority is to deliver exactly what readers need, but in a more organized, integrated, and effective manner than what is currently available.
Q: What Is The Most Difficult Part About Writing For You?
A: Maintaining consistency across thousands of pages while ensuring that every answer remains scientifically accurate, concise, and aligned with university expectations was the greatest challenge.
Q: What Does Success Mean To You? What Is The Definition Of Success?
A: Success is knowing that your work genuinely improves someone’s learning experience. If this book helps postgraduate students understand biochemistry better and perform confidently in their examinations, I will consider it a success.
Q: How Important Is Research To You When Writing A Book?
A: Research is the foundation of scientific writing. Every statement in the book was carefully verified using standard textbooks and authoritative sources to ensure reliability and academic integrity.
Q: What Advice Would You Give To Aspiring Authors?
A: Write to solve a real problem, not simply to publish a book. Be patient, verify every fact, accept revisions, and remember that lasting impact comes from producing work that readers can genuinely trust and benefit from.
This book is published by OrangeBooks Publication. All rights are reserved with the author & the publisher.
