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Junqueira's Basic Histology: Text And Atlas, 13th Edition
by Anthony MescherThe histology text the medical field turns to first -- authoritative, concise, beautifully illustrated, and completely up-to-date More than 600 full-color illustrations For more than three decades, Junquiera's Basic Histology has been unmatched in its ability to explain the relationship between cell and tissue structure with their function in the human body. Updated to reflect the latest research in the field and enhanced with more than 600 full-color illustrations, the thirteenh edition of Junqueira's represents the most comprehensive and modern approach to understanding medical histology available anywhere.
Understanding Health Policy: A Clinical Approach
by Thomas Bodenheimer Kevin GrumbachUnderstand how the healthcare system works - and how you can succeed in it Covers the 2010 Affordable Care Act A Doody's Core Title for 2015! The most trusted and comprehensive guide to healthcare available, Understanding Health Policy provides everything students and professionals need to build a solid foundation on the field's most critical issues. Expert practitioners in both the public and private healthcare sectors, the authors cover the entire scope of our healthcare system--from the concepts behind policy decisions to concrete examples of how they affect patients and professionals alike. Understanding Health Policy, 6e makes otherwise difficult concepts easy to understand--so you can make better decisions, improve outcomes, and enact positive change on a daily basis. Features: Coverage of structure, organization, and financing of the health care system Key principles, descriptions, and concrete examples are skillfully interwoven in each chapter to make important issues interesting and understandable Clinical vignettes clarify difficult concepts and demonstrate how they apply to real-world situations Comprehensive list of review questions reinforce what you have learned Understanding Health Policy, 6e will help you develop a clearer, more systematic way of thinking about health care in the United States, its problems, and the alternatives for managing and solving these problems.
Behavioral Medicine A Guide For Clinical Practice 4/e
by Mitchell D. Feldman John F. ChristensenThe goal of Behavioral Medicine is to help practitioners and students understand the interplay between psychological, physical, social and cultural issues of patients. Within its pages you will find real-world coverage of behavioral and interactional issues that occur between provider and patient in everyday clinical practice. You will learn how to deliver bad news, how to conduct an effective patient interview, how to care for patients at the end of life, how to clinically manage common mental and behavioral issues in medical patients, the principles of medical professionalism, motivating behavior change, and much more. As the leading text on the subject, this trusted classic delivers the most definitive, practical overview of the behavioral, clinical, and social contexts of the physician-patient relationship. The book is case based to reinforce learning through real-world examples, focusing on issues that commonly arise in everyday medical practice and training. One of the significant elements of Behavioral Medicine is the recognition that the wellbeing of physicians and other health professionals is critically important to caring for patients. Enhanced by new and updated content throughout, Behavioral Medicine provides insight and information not available anywhere else for those who seek to provide comprehensive high-quality care for patients. And it does so in a way that acknowledges patients as people who have problems that often go far beyond the reach of traditional medical care.
Basic and Clinical Pharmacology (12th Edition)
by Bertram Katzung Susan Masters Anthony TrevorThe most up-to-date, comprehensive, and authoritative pharmacology text in health medicine. Enhanced by more than three hundred illustrations -- many in full color. Organized to reflect the syllabi in many pharmacology courses and in integrated curricula, Basic & Clinical Pharmacology, 12e covers the important concepts students need to know about the science of pharmacology and its application to clinical practice. Selection of the subject matter and order of its presentation are based on the authors' many years experience in teaching this material to thousands of medical, pharmacy, dental, podiatry, nursing, and other health science students. To be as clinically relevant as possible, the book includes sections that specifically address the clinical choice and use of drugs in patients and the monitoring of their effects, and case studies that introduce clinical problems in many chapters. Presented in full color and enhanced by more than three hundred illustrations, Basic & Clinical Pharmacology features numerous summary tables and diagrams that encapsulate important information. Coverage that spans every aspect of medical pharmacology: Basic principles Autonomic drugs Cardiovascular-renal drugs Drugs with important actions on smooth muscles Central nervous system drugs Drugs used to treat anemias, clotting disorders, hyperlipidemia, and inflammation and gout Endocrine drugs Chemotherapeutic and immunologic drugs Toxicology Special subjects (perinatal, geriatric, and dermatologic pharmacology) Botanical and "food supplements," and over-the-counter medications Prescribing Also in this edition: Drug Summary Tables conclude most chapters, providing a concise summary of the most important drugs General concepts relating to newly discovered receptors, receptor mechanisms, and drug transporters Descriptions of important new drugs, including monoclonal antibodies
Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Volume 2 (18th Edition)
by Anthony S. Fauci Tinsley Randolph Harrison Dan L. Longo Dennis L. Kasper J. Larry Jameson Stephen L. Hauser18th Edition of the medical book.
Williams Gynecology, Second Edition
by Barbara L. Hoffman John O. Schorge Joseph I. Schaffer Lisa M. Halvorson Karen D. Bradshaw F. Gary Cunningham Lewis E. CalverWilliams Gynecology provides a thorough presentation of gynecology's depth and breadth. In Section 1, general gynecology topics are covered. Sections 2 provides chapters covering reproductive endocrinology and infertility. The developing field of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery is presented in Section 3. In Section 4, gynecologic oncology is discussed.
Fitzpatrick's Dermatology In General Medicine (Eighth Edition)
by Lowell A. Goldsmith Thomas B. FitzpatrickFitzpatrick's Dermatology In General Medicine Medicine is an ever-changing science. As new research and clinical experience broaden our knowledge, changes in treatment and drug therapy are required. The authors and the publisher of this work have checked with sources believed to be reliable in their efforts to provide information that is complete and generally in accord with the standards accepted at the time of publication. <P><P>However, in view of the possibility of human error or changes in medical sciences, neither the authors nor the publisher nor any other party who has been involved in the preparation or publication of this work warrants that the information contained herein is in every respect accurate or complete, and they disclaim all responsibility for any errors or omissions or for the results obtained from use of the information contained in this work. <P><P>Readers are encouraged to confirm the information contained herein with other sources. For example and in particular, readers are advised to check the product information sheet included in the package of each drug they plan to administer to be certain that the information contained in this work is accurate and that changes have not been made in the recommended dose or in the contraindications for administration. <P><P>This recommendation is of particular importance in connection with new or infrequently used drugs.
Dermatology In General Medicine (Eighth Edition)
by Lowell A. Goldsmith Stephen I. Katz Barbara A. Gilchrest Amy Paller David J. Leffell Klaus WolffThe landmark dermatology text that bridges the gap between science and clinical medicine—updated for today’s practice <P><P> Generations of clinicians, skin biologists, residents, and educators have acclaimed Fitzpatrick’s as the most authoritative and complete guide to dermatologic basic sciences, histopathology, diagnosis, and treatment. Edition after edition, it reflects the latest insights into skin diseases and skin biology—and their practical relevance to general internal medicine—while covering the scientific foundations of the specialty. <P><P> This classic yet cutting-edge text is supported by the expert insights of more than 500 internationally respected contributors, and it covers everything dermatologists need to know about skin, dermatologic signs of underlying disease, and the management of all skin diseases, including acne, skin cancer, and psoriasis.
Digestive Wellness: Strengthen The Immune System And Prevent Disease Through Healthy Digestion
by Elizabeth LipskiThe definitive guide to healthy digestion! Digestive Wellness explains how your digestive system works and what to do when it doesn't. You'll find practical solutions to all the common gastrointestinal disorders (and many other conditions) and expert guidance on the newest advances in testing and diagnosis, nutrition, and natural therapies. Plus, you'll learn how faulty digestion can affect the human body systemically, from migraines and skin issues to fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue syndrome.
Vaughan & Asbury's General Ophthalmology (Eighteenth Edition)
by Paul Riordan-Eva Emmett T. CunninghamGeneral Ophthalmology is a concise, current, and authoritative review of the subject for medical students, ophthalmology residents, practicing ophthalmologists, nurses, optometrists, and colleagues in other fields of medicine and surgery, as well as health-related professionals.
Clinical Ethics: A Practical Approach to Ethical Decisions in Clinical Medicine (Seventh Edition)
by Albert R. Jonsen Mark Siegler William J. WinsladeThis book is about the ethical issues that clinicians encounter in caring for patients such as informed consent, truth telling, confidentiality, privacy, the distinction between research and clinical care, and end-of-life care.
Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine, Volume 1 (18th Edition)
by Stephen L. Hauser J. Larry Jameson Dennis L. Kasper Dan L. Longo Anthony S. Fauci Tinsley Randolph Harrison18th Edition of the medical book.
Morgan & Mikhail's Clinical Anesthesiology Fifth Edition
by John F. Butterworth David C. Mackey John D. WasnickCurrent, concise, and engagingly written, Morgan & Mikhail’s Clinical Anesthesiology, Fifth Edition is a true essential for all anesthesia students and practitioners. This trusted classic delivers comprehensive coverage of the field’s must-know basic science and clinical topics in a clear, easy-to-understand presentation. Indispensable for coursework, exam review, and as a clinical refresher, this trusted text has been extensively updated to reflect the latest research and developments.
Goodman and Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics (Twelfth Edition)
by Louis Sanford Goodman Laurence L. Brunton Bruce Chabner Bjorn Knollman"This 12th edition of the most authoritative book in pharmacology is the best both in content and physical appearance. . . . This edition of Goodman & Gilman's continues to be the most authoritative and widely used resource bridging the discipline of pharmacology with therapeutics. Moreover, readers will find this edition to be substantially improved from past editions in both content and physical appearance. "--Doody's Review Service The most universally respected and read medical text in all of pharmacology, Goodman & Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics represents the pinnacle of authority and accuracy in describing the actions and uses of therapeutic agents in relation to physiology and pathophysiology. Goodman & Gilman's careful balance of basic science and clinical application has guided thousands of practitioners and students to a clear understanding of the drugs essential to preventing, diagnosing, and treating disease. Enriched by a new full-color presentation and updated to reflect all critical new developments in drug action and drug-disease interaction, the twelfth edition includes more than 440 color illustrations depicting key principles and actions of specific pathways and therapeutic agents. The companion DVD includes all the images and tables in the text along with narrated animations. Goodman & Gilman's The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, 12e is divided into nine sections, covering: General Principles Neuropharmacology Modulation of Cardiovascular Function Inflammation, Immunomodulation, and Hematopoiesis Endocrine Pharmacology Gastrointestinal Pharmacology Chemotherapy of Infectious Disease Chemotherapy of Neoplastic Diseases Special Systems Pharmacology More than a textbook, Goodman & Gilman's is a working template for the effective and rational prescribing of drugs in daily practice.
Neuroanatomy Text and Atlas (4th Edition)
by John H. MartinA regional and functional approach to learning human neuroanatomy <p><p> A Doody's Core Title for 2015!<p> Neuroanatomy:Text and Atlas covers neuroanatomy from both a functional and regional perspective to provide an understanding of how the components of the central nervous system work together to sense the world around us, regulate body systems, and produce behavior. This trusted text thoroughly covers the sensory, motor, and integrative skills of the brains and presents an overview of the function in relation to structure and the locations of the major pathways and neuronal integrative regions. <p> Neuroanatomy:Text and Atlas also teaches you how to interpret the new wealth of human brain images by developing an understanding of the anatomical localization of brain function. The authoritative core content of myelin-stained histological sections is enhanced by informative line illustrations, angiography, and brain views produced by MRI, and other imaging technologies. <p> NEW to this edition: <p> Revised and updated to reflect advances in clinical neuroanatomy and neural science<br> Full-color illustrations have been added to enrich the text<br> Chapters begin with a clinical case to illustrate the connections and functions of the key material<br> Chapters end with a series of multiple-choice review questions<br> <p>Features and Benefits: <p> Increases knowledge of the regional and functional organization of the spinal cord and brain, one system at a time<br> Provides thorough coverage of the sensory, motor, and integrative systems of the brain, together with cerebral vasculature<br> Promotes understanding of the complex details of neuroanatomy needed for accurate interpretation of radiological image<br> Comprehensive atlas provides key views of the surface anatomy of the central nervous systems and photographs of myelin-stained sections in three anatomical planes<br> Includes learning aids such as clinical topics, boxes, chapter summaries, and a Glossary of key terms and structures
The Thyroid Sourcebook (5th edition)
by M. Sara RosenthalThe Thyroid Sourcebook features patient narratives; information on the complications of hypo and hyperthyroidism, such as depression, weight gain, thyroid, eye disease, and sleep disorders; the latest on complimentary medicine; and much more.
Users' Guides to the Medical Literature: Essentials of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice (Second Edition)
by The Evidence-Based Medicine Working Group EditorsEvidence-based medicine involves the careful interpretation of medical studies and its clinical application. And no resource helps you do it better-and faster-than Users' Guides to the Medical Literature: Essentials of Evidence-Based Clinical Practice. This streamlined reference distills the most clinically-relevant coverage from the parent Users' Guide Manual into one highly-focused, portable resource. Praised for its clear explanations of detailed statistical and mathematical principles, The Essentials concisely covers all the basic concepts of evidence-based medicine--everything you need to deliver optimal patient care. It's a perfect at-a-glance source for busy clinicians and students, helping you distinguish between solid medical evidence and poor medical evidence, tailor evidence-based medicine for each patient, and much more. Now in its second edition, this carry-along quick reference is more clinically relevant--and more essential--than ever!
Basic Flight Physiology, Third Edition
by Richard O. ReinhartThe reader will get a clear understanding and overview of the many and varied physiological situations that can interfere with safe flight. The chapters are organized to lead the reader from the basics of physiology and physics of flight into the rigors of flight that require a healthy, competent, proficient, and "airworthy" pilot.
Tintinalli's Emergency Medicine: A Comprehensive Study Guide (7th Edition)
by O. John Ma Rita K. Cydulka J. Stephan Stapczynski Judith E. Tintinalli David M. Cline Garth D. MecklerWith 418 contributors representing over 120 medical centers around the world, Tintinalli''s Emergency Medicine is the most practical and clinically rigorous reference of its kind. It covers everything from prehospital care, disaster preparedness, and basic resuscitative techniques, to all the major diseases requiring emergency treatment, such as pulmonary emergencies, renal and GU disorders, and hemophilia. This authoritative, in-depth coverage makes this classic text indispensible not only in emergency departments, but also for residents and practitioners when studying or preparing for any exam they may face. While continuing to provide the most current information for acute conditions, the Seventh Edition of Tintinalli''s Emergency Medicine has been substantially revised and updated to cover all of the conditions for which patients seek emergency department care in a concise and easy-to-read-manner.
The Asthma Sourcebook
by Francis V. AdamsAdams (clinical medicine, New York U. ) gives accessible answers to questions about asthma, including its relationship with pregnancy, environmental pollutants and lifestyle. He defines the condition, including extrinsic v. intrinsic asthma, and covers laboratory evaluation, allergy investigations, the asthmatic attack, the range and uses of medications, strategy for medication treatment, exercise, alternative medicine, special considerations such as sex and sedatives, future developments, and ways those with asthma can manage their condition. He provides clear and useful illustrations and for this edition, along with ensuring all information is completely current, he has updated his lists of references and resources.
Pain Free 1-2-3: A Proven Program for Eliminating Chronic Pain Now
by Jacob TeitelbaumThe bestselling author of From Fatigued to Fantastic shows chronic pain sufferers how to treat the underlying causes of pain and regain health and vitality Pain Free 1-2-3 demonstrates the four critical components for healing tissue: getting optimum nutrition and sleep, correcting hormonal levels, and eliminating the factors that put stress on the body. Dr. Jacob Teitelbaum provides more than 100 treatments combining both natural and prescription approaches to guide you on how to aid the body in healing, locate the source of your pain, and tailor treatments for maximum effect. “An excellent and powerfully effective part of the standard of practice for treatmentof people who suffer from fibromyalgia and myofascial pain syndrome.” --The Journal of the American Academy of Pain Management
Drug Information: A Guide for Pharmacists
by Patrick M. Malone Karen L. Kier John E. StanovichThis well-known guide teaches pharmacists and pharmacy students how to more effectively and efficiently research, interpret, utilize, organize, and distribute drug information.
Life without Ed: How One Woman Declared Independence from Her Eating Disorder and How You Can Too
by Jenni Schaefer Thom RutledgeJenni shares the long, difficult and continuing process of recovery from an eating disorder. In therapy with Thom (her co-author for this book), she learns to conceptualize her eating disorder as something outside of herself; she calls him Ed and likens her battle to overcome this external and destructive force to that of a woman struggling to overcome the damaging effects of having an abusive partner. Jenni shares her experiences in short, easy-to-read vignettes, while Thom shares exercises people can use in their recovery. Both authors emphasize building a strong support team.
Principles of Neural Science, Fifth Edition
by Eric R. Kandel James H. Schwartz Thomas M. Jessell Steven A. Siegelbaum A. J. HudspethUltimately, Principles of Neural Science affirms that all behavior is an expression of neural activity, and that the future of clinical neurology and psychiatry hinges on the progress of neural science. Far exceeding the scope and scholarship of similar texts, this unmatched guide offers a commanding, scientifically rigorous perspective on the molecular mechanisms of neural function and disease―one that you’ll continually rely on to advance your comprehension of brain, mind, and behavior.
The Human Brain Coloring Book (Coloring Concepts Series #306)
by Arnold B. Scheibel Marian C. DiamondThe Human Brain Coloring Book provides a means of learning about the structure and function of the human brain through a process of coloring-by-directions. It was developed by internationally recognized neuroscientists and teachers Marian C. Diamond and Arnold B. Scheibel in association with highly acclaimed teacher and anatomist Lawrence M. Elson, creator of Coloring Concepts. <p><p> This coloring book is designed for a wide range of users: informal learners, students of psychology and the biological sciences, medical, dental, nursing, and other health professional students, and students and workers in the neurosciences. The unique, highly developed coloring process makes this book an effective learning device for such a diverse audience. <p><p>The material included here represents the state-of-the-art knowledge about the brain and how it works. Each plate of illustrations has been carefully designed to yield maximum information when colored. The accompanying text has been creatively integrated with the coloring process to enhance understanding and retention.