By Raveendranath Veeramani, Nachiket Shankar

"The Third South Asia Edition of Gray’s Photographic Dissector of the Human Body has been thoroughly revised to meet the needs of first-year undergraduate medical students in India while retaining the core elements of the original edition. Designed to align with the latest educational standards and address the challenges faced by students, this edition combines clarity, practicality and clinical relevance to make the study of anatomy engaging and effective. Student-centred approach: Simplified language and concise content tailored to the needs of students with time constraints and language challenges. Linking with competencies: Each chapter begins with a list of relevant competencies from the Graduate Medical Education Regulations 2024 by the National Medical Commission, ensuring alignment with the latest curriculum. Structured dissection tables: Step-by-step dissection guides provide clear, systematic instructions for each region of the body, making the dissection process more efficient. Level-based learning: Structures to be identified are categorized into three levels – Level 1 (must-identify), Level 2 (good-to-identify) and Level 3 (nice-to-identify) – helping students prioritize essential structures while encouraging deeper exploration. Enhanced visual guidance: Carefully selected high-quality dissection photographs from the original edition, with Level 1 labels highlighted for easy identification. Self-assessment tools: Identification checklists for quick review and selected figures for self-assessment. Clinical applications: Summary tables highlighting key concepts, structures and their clinical relevance to bridge the gap between anatomy and medical practice. Digital resources: Complementary ebook and 60+ prosection videos have been provided on MedEnact"