General practice / Family medicine Books

Book SynopsisThis handbook describes the diagnostic process clearly and logically, aiding medical students and others who wish to improve their diagnostic performance and to learn more about the diagnostic process.Trade ReviewThis is a nice memory aid for new clinicians as well as a refresher for clinicians who have been in the practice of medicine for a long time. * Doody's Notes *This book is useful for medical students of all years... and is perfect for ILAs, finals revision and wards round. As with all Oxford Handbooks, its handy size makes it very placement friendly. * North Wing *Table of Contents1. The diagnostic process ; 2. Interpreting the history and examination ; 3. General and endocrine symptoms and physical signs ; 4. Skin symptoms and physical signs ; 5. Cardiovascular symptoms and physical signs ; 6. Respiratory symptoms and physical signs ; 7. Gastrointestinal symptoms and physical signs ; 8. Urological and gynaecological symptoms and physical signs ; 9. Joint, limb, and back symptoms and physical signs ; 10. Psychiatric and neurological symptoms and physical signs ; 11. Laboratory tests ; 12. Chest x-rays ; 13. Making the diagnostic process evidence-based

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Book SynopsisSelected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022!Practical and highly organized, The5-Minute Clinical Consult 2023 provides rapid access to the diagnosis, treatment, medications, follow-up, and associated conditions for more than 540 disease and condition topics to help you make accurate decisions at the point of care. Organized alphabetically by diagnosis, it presents brief, bulleted points in a templated format and contains more than 100 diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms. Edited by Frank J. Domino, Robert A. Baldor, Kathleen A. Barry, Jeremy Golding, and Mark B. Stephens, this up-to-date, bestselling reference delivers maximum clinical confidence as efficiently as possible, allowing you to focus your valuable time on providing high-quality care to your patients. Get quick access to all-new content, including Ocular Trauma, Oppositional Defiant Disorder, and Sick Sinus Syndrome. Find the answers you need quickly thanks to an intuitive, at-a-glance format, with concise, bulleted text; hundreds of diagnostic and therapeutic algorithms; ICD-10 codes; DSM-5 criteria; and much more. Make confident decisions aided by current evidence-based designations in each topic. A reliable, go-to resource for clinicians in primary care, family medicine, emergency medicine, nursing, and pediatrics. Written by esteemed internal medicine and family medicine practitioners and published by the leading publisher in medical content, The 5-Minute Clinical Consult 2023, 31st Edition includes a 10-Day Free Trial to 5MinuteConsult.com, an evidence-based, online workflow tool easily integrated at the point of care. 5MinuteConsult.com provides online-exclusive content, including: More than 1,200 additional topics, including the full contents of The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult and The 5-Minute Sports Medicine Consult Online-exclusive topics and algorithms on COVID-19 and Telemedicine Differential diagnosis support from an expanded collection of algorithms Current evidence-based designations highlighted in each topic Thousands of images to help support visual diagnosis of all conditions A video library of procedures, treatment, and physical therapy techniques An A-to-Z Drug Database from Facts & Comparisons® Guidance on laboratory test interpretation from Wallach’s Interpretation of Diagnostic Tests More than 3,000 patient handouts in English and Spanish Approximately 100 Diseases and Conditions in Spanish ICD-10 codes and DSM-5 criteria FREE point-of-care CME and CE: 0.5 credits each time you search the site to find the best treatment for your patients. This activity has been reviewed and is acceptable for up to 20 prescribed credits by the AAFP and the ANCC.The 5-Minute Clinical Consult Premium 2023: 1-Year Enhanced Online Access + Print, 31st Edition or an online-only subscription, available at www.5MinuteConsult.com Consider a subscription to 5MinuteConsult.com, available for 1 year with the purchase ofEnrich Your eBook Reading Experience  Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone.  Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech. 

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Book SynopsisThis latest edition has been comprehensively updated to include new information on the latest clinical evidence, national guidelines, and from the recent medical literature: all existing cases have been revised new cases have been added to cover pre-diabetes and premature ejaculation psoriasis, sore throat, thyroid disease and the PSA test are covered in even more detail The first three editions have helped thousands of candidates through the CSA exam. The original approach has therefore been retained so the book continues to offer readers a concise ‘need-to-know’ guide to passing the CSA, with the emphasis on successfully completing a case in the allotted ten minutes using a structured consultation framework that works. The aim of the book is to leave exam candidates with more time to concentrate on passing the CSA exam itself.Trade ReviewFive-star reviews: Superb CSA Resource "I am a GP Trainer and found this book an excellent resource whilst helping my current ST3 prepare for his CSA. It provides a succinct evidence based summary for clinical scenarios and gives a great range to help cover the RCGP curriculum. The summary of the guidelines used is helpful to signpost trainees to the most up-to-date guidelines to help consolidate any learning. I would definitely recommend this as a resource to carry around whilst preparing for the CSA!" Amazon reviewer Great Book! "I recently sat my CSA and used this book. It is very well laid out with excellent consultation examples and guidance to practice with. It was especially good for group learning and the layout is very user friendly and allows you to revise independently using the example "management" section of the book. I would thoroughly recommend this as a CSA resource." Amazon reviewer Fantastic and informative book "The systematic presentation, explanations and variability of questions is particularly well thought out. A fantastic read for both trainer and trainee. Well categorised" Amazon reviewer Good teaching and exam prep aid "Clear concise and comprehensive. As a GP trainer it has been useful both in terms of exam prep but also as a means of checking what hasn’t come up in day to day practice" Amazon reviewer A must have "Fantastic resource for the CSA" Amazon reviewer Well presented "Excellent resource for the CSA" Amazon reviewerTable of ContentsSection 1: An approach to the CSA Section 2: Special GP cases Section 3: Typical cases (Cardiovascular, Respiratory, Gastro-intestinal, Endocrinology, Musculo-skeletal, Neurology, Dermatology, ENT, Ophthalmology, Genito-urinary and men’s health, Sexual health, Renal, Women’s health, Paediatrics, Psychiatry) Appendices

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Book SynopsisCovers the principles and issues of safety relating to herbal medicine, and examines the safety data for over 70 commonly used or contentious herbs. This book covers issues of quality, interactions, adverse reactions, toxicity, allergy, contact sensitivity, and idiosyncratic reactions.Trade Review"As more people are using herbs, either prescribed or self-prescribed, it is useful to have this information in your office in an easily accessible format. I recommend it." Complementary Medicine, September / October 2005Table of ContentsPart 1 Safety issues 1. Introduction: what is herb safety? Simon Mills 2. Adverse effects of herbal remedies - the case to answer Dr Debbie Shaw 3. The adverse placebo effect and transient treatment reactions Simon Mills 4. Idiosyncratic drug reactions Simon Mills 5. Human-plant interactions Simon Mills 6. Adverse herb-drug interactions (AHDI) Kerry Bone, Simon Mills and Michelle Morgan and Berris Burgoyne 7. Safety considerations during pregnancy and lactation Kerry Bone 8. The impact of quality issues on the safety of herbal products Kerry Bone 9. Safety concerns involving Chinese herbal medicine Trina Ward 10. Allergic reactions to herbal medicines Professor Stephen Myers and Hans Wohlmuth 11. Pharmacovigilance of herbal medicines Dr. Joanne Barnes 12. Kava: a risk-benefit assessment Dr. Mathias Schmidt, Michelle Morgan, Kerry Bone, and Janice McMillan Part 2 Safety Monographs Appendix A: Herb Listing by Pregnancy and Lactation Categories Appendix B: Pregnancy and Lactation Categories Listing by Herb

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents1. Examination and diagnosis in clinical management 2. The skin and nails 3. Dermatological conditions of the foot and leg 4. Musculoskeletal podiatric medicine 5. Circulatory disorders 6. Neurological disorders in the lower extremity 7. Management of leprosy and tropical diseases 8. Rheumatic diseases 9. Metabolic disorders 10. Management of high-risk patients 11. Podiatric management of the older adult 12. Paediatric podiatry or podopaediatric 13. Podiatric sports medicine and injuries 14. Biomechanics of the lower limb and gait analysis 15. Structure and function of the foot 16. Foot orthoses 17. Footwear 18. Pain control 19. Local anaesthesia 20. Minor surgery of the foot 21. Diagnostic imaging 22. Podiatric surgery 23. Principles of infection control 24. Medical emergencies 25. Health and safety in podiatric practice 26. Pharmacology and prescribing 27. Homeopathy 28. Evidence based practice 29. Forensic podiatry

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Book Synopsis‘I tried to contact my own GP last week. I counted 19 redials and 20 minutes on hold before I was able to speak to a receptionist… only to be told that all the appointments for the day had gone. My experience echoes a familiar tale told up and down the country, but just why is it that you can’t see your GP anymore? This book provides some answers to that question…’ UK general practice has reached crisis point. The impact of the Covid-19 pandemic has placed a strain on an already crumbling primary care service, leaving both patients and NHS staff struggling. Seventy-five years after the NHS was created, Dr Ellen Welch lifts the curtain on general practice. She looks back on the history of the profession exploring how the job has changed– particularly since the pandemic – then ahead to what the future of general practice might look like. Why Can’t I See My GP features personal accounts from practicing GPs, including Dr Aman Amir, whose surgery was subject to an arson attack; GP leaders Dr David Wrigley, Dr Lizzie Toberty and Dr Paul Evans, alongside commentator Roy Lilley, and bereaved husband Chris Milligan. Those on the frontline try to answer the question: how did we get here? Is it better overseas? And what can be done to make things better for us all in the future? If you’ve ever found yourself frustrated by the length of time it took to get a GP appointment, then this book is for you.Table of ContentsForeword Dr Amir Khan Acknowledgements Introduction Dr Ellen Welch Chapter 1 A brief history of NHS general practice Ellie Philpotts with Dr Ellen Welch – A brief history of NHS general practice Roy Lilley – Gone 16 Dr Eric Rose – The history of out-of-hours GP services Dr David Wrigley – NHS GPs aren’t private companies Chapter 2 How the role has changed Dr Christine Hunter with Dr Ellen Welch – Thirty years as a Cornish GP Dr Louise Hyde – The magic of general practice Dr Ayan Panja – Expert generalism – the power, the magic and the pitfalls Chapter 3 GPs and the pandemic Dr Neena Jha – Being a GP during the pandemic Dr Aman Amir – Rising levels of abuse towards GPs Chris Milligan – The personal toll of being a GP Dr Elizabeth Croton – GPs are not lazy, we’re working harder than ever Chapter 4 What does a GP do in today’s Britain? Dr Lizzie Toberty – On the pressures Dr Catriona McNicol – On home visits Dr Ellen Welch – On remote working Dr Paul Evans – On workload caps Dr Lizzie Toberty – On pay restoration Dr Zainab Batool – On the 10-minute consult Ron Templeton – What do the patients think? Chapter 5 Does it work better elsewhere? Dr Neil Barnard with Dr Ellen Welch – Anywhere is better than the NHS Dr Sarah Rushworth – From Merseyside to Nova Scotia Dr Robin Kåss – General practice in Norway Dr Lois Mugleston – General practice in New Zealand and the UK Dr Ellen Welch – The American system – fees at sea Chapter 6 The future of general practice Anonymous GP – Are allied healthcare professionals a solution to the GP crisis? Dr Ellen Welch – Are part-time GPs the problem? Over to you – Solutions to the GP crisis in a nutshell You and your GP Doctors’ Association UK (DAUK) List of contributors Glossary Help for GPs Further reading Endnotes About the author

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Book SynopsisThe Oxford Handbook of Clinical Haematology provides core and concise information on the entire spectrum of blood disorders affecting both adults and children. Updated for its fourth edition, it includes all major advances in the specialty, including malignant haematology, haemato-oncology, coagulation, transfusion medicine, and red cell disorders, with a brand new chapter on rare diseases. Practically focused, and specifically designed for ease-of-use, and rapid access to the information you need, this handbook is an indispensable resource on all aspects of haematology for all trainee doctors, nurses, technicians, and research professionals.The handbook is divided into clinical approach and disease-specific areas. The clinical approach section outlines various symptoms and signs in patients with blood disease to enable the reader to formulate a sensible differential diagnosis beofre embarking on investigation and treatment. The disease-specific section is written by four authors whose expertise covers the whole breadth of diseases included in the book. All authors have contributed to national guidelines (e.g. British Committee for Standards in Haematology, BCSH) and are experts in the evidence base that exists for each topic. The Oxford Handbook of Clinical Haematology offers a concise and logical approach to caring for patients with diseases of the blood.Trade ReviewThis new edition follows the tradition of the highly respected Oxford medical handbook series which is a compact, well produced book brimming with knowledge that will help the clinician in a large number of situations. * Dr Harry Brown, glycosmedia.com *Table of Contents1. Clinical approach ; 2. Red cell disorders ; 3. White blood cell abnormalities ; 4. Leukaemia ; 5. Lymphoma ; 6. Myelodysplasia ; 7. Myeloproliferative neoplasms (MPNs) ; 8. Paraproteinaemias ; 9. Haematopoietic stem cell transplantation (SCT) ; 10. Haemostasis and thrombosis ; 11. Immunodeficiency ; 12. Paediatric haematology ; 13. Haematological emergencies ; 14. Supportive care ; 15. Protocols and procedures ; 16. Haematological investigations ; 17. Blood transfusion ; 18. Rare diseases ; A1 Haematology online ; A2 Charts and nomograms ; A3 Normal ranges

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Book SynopsisSuitable for putting key information in clinical context, this title offers students and practitioners tips and valuable treatment notes in a handy format that is easy to refer to in the clinic.Table of ContentsExamination and diagnosis in clinical management. The skin and nail disorders in podiatry. Dermatological conditions of the foot and leg. General foot disorders. Circulatory disorders. Neurological disorders in the lower extremity. Podiatry in the management of Hansen's disease (leprosy) and tropical diseases. Musculoskeletal disorders. Metabolic diseases. Management of high-risk patients. Podiatric management of the eldery. Paediatric podiatry and genetics. Sports medicine and injuries. Clinical Therapeutics. Orthoses. Footwear. Pain control. Local anaesthesia. Nail surgery. Diagnostic imaging. Podiatric surgery. Principles of infection control. Medical emergencies in podiatry.

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Book SynopsisOffering step by step guidance on how to properly document patient care, the Third Edition of SOAP for Family Medicine presents 90 of the most common clinical problems encountered on the wards and clinics in an easy-to-read, two-page layout, using the familiar "SOAP" note format. Emphasizing the patient’s clinical problem, not the diagnosis, this pocket-sized quick reference teaches both clinical reasoning and documentation skills and is ideal for use by medical students, PAs, and NPs during the Family Medicine rotation. Introduction offers templates, tips, and guidelines for writing SOAP notes. Clear, well-written example SOAP notes for a wide range of diagnoses focus on the most important information for patient documentation. Now with an improved format that consolidates each SOAP note on two facing pages, the portable, pocket-sized format makes practical information quickly accessible. The widely used SOAP format provides an ideal starting point for students learning to document patient notes.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsInsomnia: Personalized Diagnosis and Treatment Options Evaluation of Cerebellar Ataxic Patients Electrodiagnosis: How to Read Electromyography Reports for the Nonneurophysiologist Back Pain: Differential Diagnosis and Management Neck Pain: Differential Diagnosis and Management Immunopathogenesis, Diagnosis, and Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis: A Clinical Update Trigeminal Neuralgia: Diagnosis and Treatment Management of Psychiatric Symptoms in Dementia Chronic Migraine: Diagnosis and Management Postconcussional Syndrome: Clinical Diagnosis and Treatment Headache in Adolescents Dysautonomia: Diagnosis and Management Educating Residents and Students in the Clinic

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Book SynopsisTable of Contents125 chapters organised alphabetically by presenting problem within three sections - Clinical Presentations, Biochemical Presentations and Haematological Presentations.

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Book SynopsisBreaking Bad News provides practical guidance on the key principles needed to create a framework for discussions with the patient Key Features: Concise, practical guide Features a simple 10 step approach Clear explanations with key phrases for you to use For doctors, students and healthcare professionals The ability to impart bad news well is an important skill for all doctors and many healthcare professionals. But it is perceived as a particularly stressful part of the job, even though it is a skill that can easily be understood and practised. When handled well it can significantly enhance the relationship with the patient and their relatives. 10 Simple Steps The principles are presented as 10 simple steps which emphasise that the process of breaking bad news is a negotiation with the patient to ensure that you provide them with the correct level of information they need at that time. The steps also encourage the patient to talk and think about their situation. Each of the steps is clearly explained and sample questions and key phrases are provided to help you navigate these discussions effectively and with compassion. If you learn to ask questions of the patient first and then elicit their concerns, you will help them and you will gain their trust.Table of ContentsPreface; About the author Introduction Why is it important? Why is it difficult? How not to do it Some perceptions of bad news "Please don't tell" 10 steps in breaking bad news A model of breaking bad news Step 1: Preparation Step 2: What is known? Step 3: Is more information wanted? Step 4: Allow denial Step 5: The warning shot Step 6: Explain (if requested) Step 7: Elicit concerns Step 8: Venting of feelings Step 9: Summary and plan Step 10: Offer availability Follow-up 1: Further explanation Follow-up 2: Emotional adjustment Follow-up 3: Meeting relatives Discussion Conclusion Summary Further reading

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Book SynopsisHeadache continues to have a major impact on the lives of many people across the world, and the needs of many sufferers go unmet. It impacts people of all ethnicity, age, and socio-economic background, and can have potentially life-changing consequences. Headaches can be accompanied by other co-morbidities and encountered by a wide variety of medical professionals, making accurate diagnosis and management challenging.This is the second edition of Headache: A Practical Manual, developed by the British Association for the Study of Headache (BASH), an organisation of health care professionals whose aim is to reduce the burden of headache through education and research. Practical, and easy to navigate, this comprehensive handbook offers a concise overview of the diagnosis and treatment of headache conditions.Edited by a general practitioner and an academic neurologist, and written by experts in the field, this pocket-sized book is a concise reference for effective management for health care practitioners at all levels.

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Book SynopsisThe well-loved Oxford Handbook of General Practice is a lifeline for busy GPs, medical students, and healthcare professionals. With hands-on advice from experienced practitioners, this essential handbook covers the entire breadth and depth of general practice in small sections that can be located, read, and digested in seconds. Now in its fifth edition, the Handbook has been fully revised to reflect the major new developments shaping general practice today.Fully updated with the latest guidelines and protocols, this edition offers even more full colour diagrams and tables, and colour-coded chapters on general practice (green), clinical topics (purple), and emergencies (red). Covering the whole of general practice from practice management to hands-on advice dealing with acute medical emergencies, this comprehensive, rapid-reference text will ensure that everything you need to know is only a fingertip away.Trade ReviewGPs I am sure will be impressed with the excellence of this book, as put simply; it is superb. The book coverages a huge chunk of general practice and does it covering the facts and the important elements with no added extras. It is full of wisdom, great advice and without doubt offer high standards of practice[.] * Dr Harry Brown, Glycosmedia *The book has been successful in condensing the entire breadth and depth of general practice in less than 30 chapters. A real success. [...] As someone who has completed both their phase 3a and phase 3b GP rotations, I would highly recommend this book. It not only saves you time scanning through websites it also provides up to date NICE guidelines all in one small book. * North Wing Magazine *Review from previous edition The book is thorough and comprehensive, yet easy to read and well written, illustrated by useful... figures and tables. It contains most of the medical information and knowledge you need for use in a general medical practice, both in day-to-day and emergency contexts. * Journal of the Norwegian Medical Association *Table of Contents1: What is general practice? 2: Practice management 3: Consulting with patients 4: Social aspects of primary care 5: Medicines and prescribing 6: Minor surgery 7: Healthy living 8: Chronic disease and elderly care 9: Cardiology and vascular disease 10: Respiratory medicine 11: Endocrinology 12: Gastrointestinal medicine 13: Renal medicine and urology 14: Musculoskeletal problems 15: Neurology 16: Dermatology 17: Infectious disease 18: Haematology and immunology 19: Breast disease 20: Gynaecology 21: Sexual health and contraception 22: Pregnancy 23: Child health 24: Ear, nose, and throat 25: Ophthalmology 26: Mental health 27: Cancer care 28: Palliative care 29: Emergencies in general practice

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Book SynopsisTrade ReviewDoody's Core Titles® 2022Table of ContentsPart I: Integrative Medicine 1. The Philosophy of Integrative Medicine 2. Creative Optimal Healing Environments 3. The Healing Encounter 4. The Whole Health Process 5. Clinician Resiliance Part II: Integrative Approach to Disease Section I: Affective Disorders 6. Depression 7. Anxiety Disorders 8. Attention Defecit Disorder 9. Autism Spectrum Disorder 10. Insomnia 11. Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Section II: Neurology 12. Alzheimer Disease 13. Headache 14. Peripheral Neuropathy 15. Multiple Sclerosis 16. Parkinson's Disease Section III: Infectious Disease 17. Otitis Media 18. Chronic Sinusitis 19. Viral Upper Respiratory Infection 20. HIV Disease and AIDS 21. Epstein Bar Virus 22. Herpes Simplex Virus 23. Hepatitis 24. Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) 25. Lyme Disease Section IV: Cardiovascular Disease 26. Hypertension 27. Congestive heart failure 28. Coronary artery disease 29. Dyslipidemia 30. Cardiac Arrhythmia Section V: Allergy/Immunology 31. Asthma 32. The allergic patient 33. Food allergy & Intolerance 34. Supporting Immunity Section VI: Metabolic/Endocrine Disorders 35. Insulin Resistance Syndrome 36. Diabetes mellitus 37. Hypothyroidism 38. Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome 39. Osteoporosis 40. Obesity 41. MTHFR Mutation 42. HPA Axis Dysfunction Section VII: Nephrology 43. Chronic Kidney Disease Section VIII: Gastrointestinal Disorders 44. Irritable bowel syndrome 45. GERD 46. Peptic Ulcer Disease 47. Recurring abdominal pain in pediatrics 48. Constipation 49. NASH/Fatty Liver Section IX: Autoimmune Disorders 50. Fibromyalgia 51. Chronic Fatigue Syndrome 52. Rheumatoid arthritis 53. Inflammatory bowel disease (Crohn's, Ulcerative colitis) Section X: Obstetrics/Gynecology 54. Preconception Counseling 55. Perimenopause to Menopause 56. Premenstrual syndrome 57. Dysmenorrhea 58. Leiomyomata 59. Vaginal Dryness Section XI: Urology 60. Benign prostatic hyperplasia 61. Urolithiasis 62. Erectile Dysfunction 63. Testosterone Deficiency Section XII: Muscoloskeletal 64. Osteoarthritis 65. Myofascial Pain Syndrome 66. Chronic low back pain 67. Neck pain 68. Gout 69. Carpal tunnel syndrome Section XIII: Dermatology 70. Atopic dermatitis 71. Psoriasis 72. Urticaria 73. Acne/Rosacea 74. Hair Loss Section XIV: Cancer 75. Breast Cancer 76. Lung Cancer 77. Prostate Cancer 78. Colon Cancer 79. Palliative and End of Life Care Section XV: Substance Abuse 80. Addiction Section XVI: Ophthalmology 81. Cataracts 82. Macular degeneration Part III: Tools for your Practice Section IA: Lifestyle: Nutrition 83. The elimination diet 84. The glycemic index/load 85. The anti-inflammatory diet 86. The DASH diet 87. The FODMaPs Diet Section IB: Lifestyle: Exercise 88. Writing an exercise prescription 89. Breathing exercises 90. Low Back Pain Exercises Section II: Mind-Body 91. Relaxation techniques 92. Self Hypnosis Techniques 93. Enhancing Heart Rate Variability 94. Guided Imagery 95. Journaling for health 96. Forgiveness 97. Recommending meditation 98. Motivational interviewing techniques 99. Emotional Awareness for Pain 100. Energy Psychology 101. Compassion Practices Section III: Biochemical 102. Prescribing botanicals 103. Prescribing Probiotics 104. Detoxification 105. Chelation Therapy 106. Psychadelics 107. Tapering off a PPI 108. Tapering off Opioids 109. Strategies for Planetary Health Section IV: Biomechanical 110. Strain/counterstrain 111. Sub-Occipital Release 112. Muscle Energy 113. Prolotherapy Section V: Bioenergetics 114. Taking a spiritual history 115. Human Energetic Therapies Section VI: Other 116. Integrative Medicine for the Underserved 117. Interpreting Functional Lab Testing

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Book SynopsisThe new edition of this best-selling title from the popular 100 cases series explores common scenarios that will be encountered by the medical student and junior doctor when working in the community setting, and which are likely to feature in qualifying examinations. The book covers a comprehensive range of presentations from tiredness to tremor. Comprehensive answers highlight key take home points from each case and provide practical advice on how to deal with the challenges that occur in general practice at all levels.Table of ContentsPrelims. Cases. Index.

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Book SynopsisThis collection of stories from two practising GPs describes the reality of working within a failing and highly bureaucratic system, where there is a balancing act: regulation versus relationships; autonomy versus standard practice; algorithm versus individual attention. We aren’t suggesting a return to a ‘better’ time. We don’t object to being bureaucrats, embedded within and accountable to the systems we are in. But we do want to consider how and with what the gap left by the old-fashioned GP has been filled. We use stories based on our experience to describe the effect of different facets of bureaucracy on our ability to maintain a nuanced, individualised approach to each patient and encounter; and to question the prominence and effect of protocol. We are interested in the way professional relationships are influenced by protocol: between and within organisations; and most importantly with patients/clients/service users.. We are accustomed nowadays to automated telephone lines, chatbots, website FAQs- the frustration of being unable to connect with another human being who will listen to our particular question and give us something other than a generic answer. The same issues that are facing society at large have changed the way in which we work as GPs and the care we give.Trade Review'With increasing bureaucracy, doctors struggle to take the life pressure [sic] of their patients. This book offers a compelling reflection on the importance of listening to patient stories as opposed to applying chilly algorithms for human care. The authors provide the reader with a lively under-the-rug inspection of street-level medical practice and the turbulent business of managing through bureaucratic demands.' -- Professor Paul Crawford, University of Nottingham, UK'UK general practice is at a precarious crossroads. This book captures the essence of traditional, relationship-based, family doctor care, which is now under threat from a number of forces—not least the technologization of medicine and the inexorable encroachment of algorithmic, if-then decision-making on relational and narrative-based clinical method. At the very least, Shah and Foell have documented the essence of what we risk losing. Perhaps, if their warnings are heeded, they will also succeed in retaining and restoring what they rightly describe as general practice’s “soul”.' -- Trish Greenhalgh'This is an honest dispatch from the frontlines of the conflict between industrializing bureaucracies and the ongoing care of each person. It is a hopeful song for clinicians who, when the algorithm says no, breach the protocol and go the extra mile for each patient.' -- Victor M.Montori, professor of medicine at the Mayo Clinic.'A rich, wonderful, profound and moving book. I was immersed in the many stories and heartfelt, sometimes harrowing, observations. The need to innovatively transform health and social care, and particularly mental health care, by integrating the work of primary care with social care, local councils, voluntary sectors, communities, patients and families is now vital. Written in an authentic and deeply compassionate way, Fighting for the Soul of General Practice provides a broad and comprehensive understanding of the issues and challenges we face.' -- Michael West, Professor of Organizational Psychology, Lancaster University Management SchoolTable of ContentsList of Figures Acknowledgements Prologue Introduction: Standardising General Practice 1. Weaponized Bureaucracy: Bureaucracy as a Source of Injustice 2. Pigeonholes: Medical Categories 3. Guidelines, Tramlines, Mindlines: Interpreting the Evidence 4. Waiting to Connect: Algorithms That Dictate Access 5. Taking Liberties: Regulating the Mental Health Act 6. Passports for Passing: The Bureaucracy of Death 7. A Labour of Love: Why It Is That General Practice Is Still a Good Place to Work 8. Final Reflection – Image Reviewing Conclusion Bibliography Index

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Book SynopsisPharmaceuticals are an essential part of health care, and mainly sourced by companies investing in costly R&D and production at their own risks to make them globally available. However, access for patients in need can be restricted due to insufficient medical resources and/or unaffordability. The dilemma between rewarding innovation with prices in line with value and risks for companies and ensuring affordability for patients or health insurances has become critical for all stakeholders, with political and economic implications. The development of universal health coverage puts pressure on governments to control directly or indirectly reimbursement and prices of pharmaceuticals, whereas the flow of innovations addressing infectious, chronic, and life-threatening diseases, thanks to accelerated scientific progress, is growing constantly.Management of pharmaceutical health care expenditure approach varies according to the historical, cultural, and economic backgrounds that contribute to building each health care system, and companies are confronted with a very complex environment to launch their new drugs and manage their lifecycle until loss of patent. This book explores the different models of health care systems (e.g., Europe, United States, Japan, China) and the criteria and processes for decision making in coverage and pricing of pharmaceuticals. It also provides the analytic tools that are used to inform the decisions, and how market access strategy can be integrated in the product life cycle. Short case studies related to specific disease areas or methods are supporting exposed concepts and methods.This book targets students, industry or insurance stakeholders, and eventually public decision makers: all will find relevant insights and sources to dig deeper into the topic. The content has been developed partially through a teaching program at CEIBS MBA since 2020.

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Book SynopsisThis book covers the most common conditions seen in an out-of-hours primary care or urgent medical care setting. The new edition also covers managing abnormal blood test results.

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Book SynopsisSelected for an International Impact Book award, 2022! Selected as a Doody's Core Title for 2022 and 2023! New chapter on COVID-19 vaccines is available in the eBook version (free with purchase of the printed version) Engaging, accessible, and filled with practical communication advice, Let’s Talk Vaccines helps you educate patients on the importance of life-saving vaccines using a patient-centered and empathetic approach. Covering everything from the science of vaccine safety to the psychology of risk communication, this essential guide includes real-life examples and thoughtful, evidence-based techniques that will help patients understand vaccines and make informed decisions. Ideal for primary care providers, pediatricians, family physicians, nurse practitioners, and public health advocates, it provides an excellent framework for how to approach difficult discussions, with the goal of improving the health of each patient as well as the community at large. Directly addresses the increasing trend of parents choosing not to vaccinate their children, including the history and psychology of the anti-vaccine movement. Examines the issues underlying vaccine hesitancy, answering the common questions and concerns that vaccine-hesitant patients may raise during office visits. Helps you dispel myths and fears that many patients have, with particular attention paid to misinformation and skepticism on social media. Covers the anti-vaccine movement’s assertions about autism, autoimmune illnesses and allergies, toxic ingredients, overwhelming the immune system, conspiracies, and more – bringing you up to date with the most common issues and effective approaches to the vaccine discussion. Provides practical tips on approaching the vaccine-hesitant parent and how anti-vaccine patients change their minds, with a focus on remaining a positive partner in your patients’ care and finding greater success in your vaccination efforts. Enrich Your eBook Reading Experience Read directly on your preferred device(s), such as computer, tablet, or smartphone. Easily convert to audiobook, powering your content with natural language text-to-speech. Awards/Honors: International Impact Book Award Indie Reader Discovery Award: Health/Medicine/Nutrition 2022 Book of the Year – Finalist Paris Book Awards: Honorable Mention – Nonfiction Reader’s Favorites: Book Excellence Trade Review“As more parents are choosing not to vaccinate their children—and more children are suffering outbreaks of preventable infections—clinicians and public health advocates have become desperate to find a way to convince parents that their fears of vaccines are ill founded. Enter Dr. Gretchen LaSalle, who has provided the first book designed to help. Full of wonderful information ranging from the science of vaccine safety to the psychology of risk communication, this book couldn’t have come at a better time.” Paul A. Offit, MD Division of Infectious Diseases The Children's Hospital of Philadelphia Author of Bad Advice: Or Why Celebrities, Politicians, and Activists Aren't Your Best Source of Health Information “Finally—the answers we need, right at our fingertips! As family physicians, we know how important vaccines are and we trust the science, but we need a practical resource to help us fully dispel the myths and fears that plague our patients, friends, and family members. Anyone caring for patients and communities needs a copy of this book!” Jill Grimes, MD, FAAFP Author of Seductive Delusions: how everyday people catch STIs Editor-in-chief: Sexually Transmitted Disease:An Encyclopedia of Diseases, Prevention, Treatment and Issues University of Texas at Austin Student Health Services UMASS Medical School Clinical Instructor“‘I want to know why’ begins this amazing book for clinicians on how to respond to a patient’s refusal of vaccines. Dr. LaSalle takes us from the horror of infectious disease, through vaccine development, the dark “lie that started it all,” and then offers concrete methods to educate our patients. By understanding their apprehension, we can improve the health of each patient and the community at large. Let’s Talk Vaccines is the book to help you help your patients. Frank J. Domino, M.D. Professor Editor: 5 Minute Clinical Consult Department of Family Medicine & Community Health University of Massachusetts Medical School

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Book SynopsisFilling a gap in literature, this concise and practical book presents the principles of virtual orthopedic assessment and shares insights into the use of technology for distance patient-physician communication. Offering expert know-how and best practices, it equips readers with essential information on how to best remotely manage the diagnosis, treatment and follow-up of patients.The book starts by defining telemedicine and presenting the basic requirements. The following chapters each focus on a specific joint or compartment, highlighting its peculiarities in terms of remote clinical assessment, and also discussing data security, patient confidentiality and consent as well as medico-legal issues. Moreover, the book features a dedicated chapter that analyzes specific issues related to remote assessment in children, older patients, noncompliant patients, and patients with pain. Covering all the basic and practical aspects of this emerging field, this book is a must-read for orthopedists and other professionals, such as general practitioners and physiotherapists, wanting to gain insights into remote orthopedic patient care.Table of ContentsIntroduction.- What is telemedicine?.- Basic requirements for proper virtual orthopedic assessment.- Shoulder and upper arm.- Elbow and forearm.- Hand and wrist.- Pelvis, hip and thigh.- Knee.- Lower leg, foot and ankle.- Spine.- Neurological assessment.- Special issues and situation on telemedicine.- Medico legal & confidentiality & data security & patients consents.- Dealing with children and old age and noncompliant patients, and patients in pain.- Other related issues.

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Book SynopsisA fully-illustrated, note-packed volume of information, Dermatology: Illustrated Study Guide and Comprehensive Board Review fulfills a real need for a single study guide for the Dermatology Board Exam. Written by a previous Chief Resident of Dermatology at the University of Illinois at Chicago Medical Center, the text focuses on presenting comprehensive information in an easy-to-understand, easy-to-remember format. The second edition of this incredibly popular book includes: · Close to 800 full-color clinical and histologic images · Over 75 new histopathologic images and over 170 tables· Layout similar to first edition with outline approach· Clinical images parallel to corresponding text for easy reinforcement of text· Updated coverage of new medications, new entities and new mutations· Must-have for any dermatologist or dermatology resident for studying for the in-service training exam and dermatology board exam · Excellent review source for dermatology with easy to read format, numerous mnemonics and high-quality clinical imagesTable of ContentsChapter 1 SKIN – STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION Epidermis; Basement membrane; Dermis; Epidermal appendages; Subcutaneous tissues; Functions of skin Chapter 2 IMMUNE SYSTEM OF THE SKIN Stratum Corneum; Cellular components of the immune system; Molecular components of the immune system Chapter 3 DIAGNOSIS OF SKIN DISEASE History taking; Examination and special diagnostic procedures; Laboratory investigations; Primary and secondary lesions of the skin Chapter 4 BACTERIAL INFECTIONS Normal cutaneous flora; Infections caused by streptococcus and staphylococcus; Hidradenitis suppurative; Erythrasma, pitted keratolysis and trichomycosis axillaris; Tuberculosis; Leprosy; Pseudomonal infection; Sexually transmitted diseases (bacterial)-syphilis, gonorrhea and chancroid Chapter 5 FUNGAL INFECTIONS Diseases caused by dermatophytes; Pityriasis versicolor; Pityrosporum folliculitis; Candidiasis; Madura foot; Sporotrichosis; Deep mycosis Chapter 6 VIRAL INFECTIONS Herpes simplex, herpes zoster, chickenpox; Warts; Molluscum contagiosum; Hand foot and mouth disease; Erythema infectiosum; HIV infection Chapter 7 PARASITIC INFESTATIONS AND DISEASE CAUSED BY ARTHROPODS Scabies; Pediculosis; Leishmaniasis; Larva migrans; Rocky Mountain Spotted Fever; Lymes disease; Onchocerciasis; Loiasis; Insect bites; Papular urticaria Chapter 8 ECZEMA Classification, clinical features and treatment of eczema (General outline); Exogenous eczema; Endogenous eczema and prurigo nodularis Chapter 9 KERATINIZING AND PAPULOSQUAMOUS DISORDERS Psoriasis; Lichen planus; Pityriasisrosea; Pityriasis rubra pilaris; Parapsoriasis; Follicular keratosis; Hyperkeratosis of the palms and soles; Corns; Congenital Disorders of Keratinization- Dariers disease and ichthyosis Chapter 10 DISEASES OF THE CONNECTIVE TISSUE Lupus erythematosus; Dermatomyositis; Scleroderma; Sjorens syndrome; Mixed connective tissue disorder; Keloids; Knuckle pads; Hereditary Disorders- Psuedoxanthoma elasticum, cutis laxa and Ehlor Danlos syndrome Chapter 11 BULLOUS DISORDERS Mechanism of bulla formation; Pemphigus; Pemphigoid; Dermatitis herpetiformis; Chronic bullous disease of childhood; Acquired epidermolysis bullosa; Hereditary disorders- Epidermolysis bullosa, acrodermatitis enteropathica Chapter 12 VASCULITIS AND COMMON ERYTHEMAS Approach to a patient with vasculitis; Leucocytoclastic vasculitis; Henoch Schonlein purpura; Polyarteritis nodosa; Pyoderma gangrenosum; Giant cell arteritis; Erythema multiforme; Erythema nodosum; Common localized erythemas- flushing, erythema palmare. scarlatiniform erythema, morbilliform erythema; Pigmented purpuric dermatosis-Schambergs disease Chapter 13 EXANTHEMS AND HYPERSENSITIVITY DISORDERS Measles; Rubella; Scarlet fever; Hand foot and mouth disease; Hypersensitivity syndromes- Kawasakis disease, toxic shock syndrome, staphylococcal scalded skin syndrome; Toxic epidermal necrolysis Chapter 14 URTICARIA Etiology, types, investigation and treatment; Mastocytosis Chapter 15 LEG ULCERS Venous ulcers; Arterial ulcers; Decubitis ulcers; Neuropathic ulcers Chapter 16 DISORDERS OF PIGMENTATION Albinism; Vitiligo; Melasma; Freckles; Acanthosis nigricans; Periorbital pigmentation.​

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Book SynopsisA new and creative way of thinking about the consultation in primary care, for both trainees and practising GPs The book features a unique Two Houses model to help the reader move away from completing a series of tasks to focusing on the two key objectives at the heart of every consultation: Working out what matters (The House of Discovery) Deciding with the patient what to do about it (The House of Decision) Using the rich metaphors contained within these houses, the book explores common pitfalls that can beset those who are learning the craft of consulting in primary care, and encourages the reader to fill their toolbox with the skills needed to develop their own patient-centred consultation style. The GP Consultation Reimagined is based on the author's experience of teaching communication skills over 10 years as a GP Training Programme Director. "This book will not teach you to improve your consultations. That is its great merit. Instead, it will encourage you to learn how to consult better." From the Foreword by Roger NeighbourTrade ReviewExcellent reading, a must for professionals like me 'I really resonate with the teaching methods used by Doc Martyn. I love the visual imagery and walk thru' Amazon reviewer Well written and imaginative 'Really well written and imaginative. So good to have a fresh look at how the GP consultation can be enhanced to improve patient care and shared management. Highly recommend this book.' Amazon reviewer 'This book is specifically written for the GP (in training) and deserves a big thumbs up!... All in all this is the most innovative and original APC [doctor–patient communication] book that we have read in recent years.' Huisarts en Wetenschap -- Huisarts en WetenschapLove love love 'A completely refreshing overhaul of the GP Consultation from a Dr who clearly puts his patients first and foremost. Some fantastic pearls of wisdom contained within as well some highly relatable visual imagery and a light hearted touch. Leaves you feeling motivated to try to do a better job!' Amazon reviewerTable of ContentsForeword by Roger Neighbour; Preface; Acknowledgements; About the author 1. The GP consultation in the ICE age 2. Two Houses – a new model for the consultation 3. The GP toolbox 4. Entering the House of Discovery 5. Popping the bubble 6. Exploring the basement 7. Finding dry rot 8. Tending the garden 9. A house with two wings 10. The High Tech Room 11. Optional Rooms 12. Room 101 13. Empty Rooms, Hidden Rooms and Locked Rooms 14. Forecasting the future 15. Putting it into practice 16. The Two Houses guide to passing the CSA 17. Consulting in the 21st century

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Book SynopsisTime to Heal tells the story of the colourful life of a country doctor towards the end of his career. In turn shocking, sad and funny, they describe a doctor who feels poorly served by the conventional medicine of his time and finds new ways to relieve the suffering of his patients. This tale has a twist. Twenty-first century General Practice and its patients have been betrayed by top-heavy regulation, performance management and a blame culture. Young doctors no longer want to enter General Practice. The author explores why and how pandemics might provide the answers. ‘A fascinating look into life as a village doctor, with observations so profound it seamlessly becomes a thesis on humanity as a species. The local GP, not only a potential lifesaver but also a constant and friend in these ever-changing, isolated times has never been more needed. A beautiful and moving book.’ – Lady Sophie Windsor (nee Winkelman), Actress ‘A wonderful book, full of fascinating, engaging and timely stories. Michael Dixon reminds us of the importance of human medicine and the way in which communities can create health. He concludes with a new vision for health which blends the best of the past with the latest technology and science - and which will help us cope better with future pandemics.’ – Lord Nigel Crisp, Former Chief Executive and Permanent Secretary at the Department of Health ‘Time to Heal describes very human stories – entertaining, thought provoking, and eminently readable, whilst woven through the text is the insight that general practice is the human face of medicine.’ – Sir Denis Pereira Gray, Former Chair and President, Royal College of General Practitioners

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Book SynopsisPatients with mental health issues present frequently in primary care and their consultations are often more challenging and time-consuming than those involving physical illness. For many patients there remains a significant stigma associated with mental ill-health and overcoming this adds further complexity to the consultation. Improving the Mental Health Consultation provides a simple ‘short circuit’ tool to help GPs and other healthcare professionals to explain mental health problems simply and effectively to their patients. The tool is straightforward, easy to convey within the confines of a 10-minute consultation and extremely effective in helping to break down the stigma that patients often feel. The tool has been developed and refined during over ten years of consultations in primary care. The detailed explanations of how to use the tool during the consultation, along with the extensive case studies, will help you to improve your mental health consultations and so help your patients deal better with their diagnosis. From anxiety to OCD and chronic fatigue to fibromyalgia, the book also provides detailed coverage of diagnosis and classification using ICD-11 and DSM-IV, and management using the latest NICE guidelines.Trade ReviewPre-publication review This book introduces a new consultation tool 'The Short Circuit' and makes a bold claim for it. But I think the author might be right: ‘Helping a patient understand a complex concept in a short time is difficult...[using this tool] your consultations will become quicker and more rewarding and the patient will be able to overcome any stigma leading them to a healthier understanding of mental health and able to engage better with any treatments.’ The style of the book is accessible and engaging and draws on the author's experience as a GP … As such it is forged in the fire of rapid-paced frontline care for patients, but brings a thoughtful, reflective response. Please read it. Your patients will benefit and, quite possibly, you will too. -- Professor Kay Mohanna FRCGP MA EdD, Professor of Healthcare Education, University of WorcesterAn important book ‘This is an important book from a doctor's point of view and helpful from a patient's perspective. Developing patter, Short circuit theory - all these things can help a trainee or even already qualified doctors to create their own way of approaching mental health - helped me see mental health as a pathology like any other disease. I sure would recommend it.' Amazon reviewer Table of ContentsPreface; Acknowledgements Chapter 1 Introduction 1.1 Mental health – the issue and a solution 1.2 The global Covid-19 pandemic Chapter 2 The short circuit theory 2.1 The 'short circuit' as a description of mental health disorders 2.2 The symptoms of the short circuit 2.3 The problem of insight 2.4 The three Ps: personality, pressure and pathology 2.5 The three Ps: patient assumptions vs. actual cases Chapter 3 The short circuit as a tool: a practical approach 3.1 Mental health problems 3.2 When to use the short circuit tool 3.3 Using the short circuit tool in a consultation 3.4 Summary 3.5 Worked examples Chapter 4 Mental illnesses in detail 4.1 Focus on anxiety 4.2 Focus on depression 4.3 Focus on OCD Chapter 5 Physical illness with mental health connections 5.1 Focus on physical symptoms 5.2 Fibromyalgia 5.3 Irritable bowel syndrome 5.4 Chronic pain syndrome 5.5 Chronic fatigue syndrome Chapter 6 Treating the patient 6.1 Treating the patient 6.2 Treatment modalities 6.3 Dealing with pressure 6.4 Cognitive behavioural therapy 6.5 Pharmacological treatments Chapter 7 Summary

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Book SynopsisIn an interesting survey amongst doctors, fibromyalgia was considered the least prestigious disease. Although this survey was done in a Scandinavian country and was done more than 13 years ago, the grim situation is still the same today all over the world. Patients suffering with fibromyalgia feel that they are not believed and they are not listened to. Despite knowledge being gathered on this disease for a few centuries, and having definite diagnostic criteria and management pathways, the healthcare system still fails many patients who are left without a diagnosis or treatment plan. Fibromyalgia is a disease that causes widespread pain in many areas of the body and has significant accompanying symptoms like fatigue, waking unrefreshed and cognitive symptoms. Fibromyalgia affects patients as a whole including their cognitive performance, physical skills, psychological status, ability to work and social life. It can present as a part of the spectrum of functional pain syndromes, often accompanied by other systemic conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, headaches and chronic fatigue. It is estimated that 1 in 20 can suffer with this debilitating condition. This textbook will cover the condition in great detail and is written in an easy-to-understand style. Doctors, nurses, medical students, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, and other healthcare professionals will find this book informative. Patients who suffer from fibromyalgia will also find it useful to understand their medical condition; the book will help to direct them to specific treatment strategies, explaining the benefit and risk in detail. As this is a common chronic pain presentation, it will be of immense use to candidates preparing for examinations conducted by the Royal College of Anaesthetists, UK (FRCA), Faculty of Pain Medicine, UK (FFPMRCA), American Board of Anesthesiology (AB), College of Anaesthesiologists of Ireland (FCAI), European Society of Anaesthesiology and Intensive Care (EDAIC), Australian and New Zealand College of Anaesthetists (FANZA), World Institute of Pain (FIPP/CIPS), Canadian Board exams, National Board of Examinations of India (Dip NB) and other competitive exams across the globe. The author is a senior consultant in pain medicine practising in the United Kingdom and is consulted by thousands of chronic pain patients every year. He has won many educational awards including a national innovative award in pain medicine. One of his innovations is published in the list of examples of excellence by the Faculty of Pain Medicine, London. He has lectured at many international, national and regional meetings, and is a regular invited expert lecturer in public groups and fibromyalgia patient support groups. He has also published many articles and textbooks on pain medicine.

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Book SynopsisSchizophrenia is one of the most traumatic psychiatric disorders, both for the affected person and their family. It also carries an unfortunate stigma and suffers from frequent misinterpretation by the popular media. The disorder usually manifests itself through significant periods of hallucinations, bizarre delusions, and disorganized behaviour, but the individuals who suffer from this brain disorder are not generally violent, and do have periods of remission. However it is often difficult for these individuals to maintain a regular lifestyle and relationships at home and at work, and many individuals with schizophrenia end up unable to live independently or, worse, homeless. This new edition in the popular Facts series provides a concise and up-to-date account of the underlying causes and symptoms of schizophrenia, as well as current theories about the disorder. The authors look at all the current treatment options, both medical and psychological, together with likely side-effects anTrade ReviewSchizophrenia: The Facts provides much needed insight into one of the most misunderstood psychiatric disorders. The authors do a remarkable job of explaining the myriad of neurobiological elements surrounding this complicated disease in a manner that is easy to read and tangible for all audiences. This book will surely be a beneficial tool for individuals and families impacted by schizophrenia who constantly struggle to find the answers and solutions to the many challenges the disease poses * Evelyne Tropper, President, NAMI-NYS *An essential read for anyone interested in or concerned about schizophrenia and mental disorders in general. The book seamlessly incorporates basic knowledge with new insights derived from cutting-edge research in plain language that is enjoyable for both newcomers and professionals in the field. * Wei J. Chen, Distinguished Professor, Institute of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, Former Dean, College of Public Health, National Taiwan University *I am convinced that this book has an important role to play in helping society and individuals overcome schizophrenia, written to be easily understood by everyone. * Hiroshi Yoneda, Professor of Psychiatry, Osaka Medical College *An indispensable source: this book is approachable and readable for professionals, patients, and the public * Xiaogang Chen, Professor of Psychiatry, Central South University *Table of Contents1: What is schizophrenia? 2: What are the symptoms of schizophrenia? 3: How is schizophrenia diagnosed? 4: What is not schizophrenia? 5: How common is schizophrenia? 6: Is schizophrenia inherited? 7: How does the environment in?uence schizophrenia? 8: Is schizophrenia a brain disorder? 9: Is schizophrenia a neurodevelopmental disorder? 10: How is schizophrenia treated? 11: What courses and outcomes are possible in schizophrenia? 12: How can affected individuals and their families cope with schizophrenia? Appendix 1: List of family and patient support groups Appendix 2: Accessing clinical trials and research studies

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Book SynopsisThis invaluable guide to the GPVTS supports trainees from the process of application, through to qualification and beyond. Written by a recently qualified general practitioner, it combines a frank and friendly approach with a wealth of insider knowledge to guide the trainee through each stage of the training process. It not only features real-life case studies from those in training or who have recently completed training but also gives handy hints and tips on how to avoid some of the common trainee pitfalls. This first hand account aims to guide trainees through all the highs and lows of training and practising as a GP plus everything inbetween.Table of Contents1: PRE VTS; PART 2: EARLY ST1; PART 3: EARLY ST2; PART 4: EARLY ST3; PART 5: POST VTS

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"The late Dr. Frank H. Netter's understanding of anatomy, physiology, pathogenesis, and clinical signs of disease are translated by his incredible artistic talent into visual images that reduce complexities into simple concepts, which improve patient care and add lasting enjoyment to medical education." ©Doody's Review Service, 2022, Robert Gene Penn, MD(Nebraska Methodist Hospital) Doody's Score: 5 Stars!Table of ContentsContents SECTION I Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in Children and Adolescents Introduction to Vaccine-Preventable Diseases in Children and Adolescents Diphtheria and Tetanus Bordetella pertussis and Pertussis (Whooping Cough) Haemophilus influenzae Type b Pneumococcal Disease: Infections Caused by Streptococcus pneumoniae Infections Caused by Neisseria meningitidis Poliomyelitis (Polio) and Polioviruses Influenza Rotavirus Infection Measles Mumps Rubella Varicella-Zoster Virus Infections Hepatitis A Infection and Prevention Hepatitis B Infection Human Papillomavirus Infections and Prevention SECTION II Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections Introduction to Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections Impetigo Erysipelas and Cellulitis Folliculitis, Furuncles, and Carbuncles Life-Threatening Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections Superficial Dermatophyte Infections of the Skin Herpes Simplex Virus Infection Nontuberculous Mycobacterial Skin and Soft-Tissue Infections SECTION III Respiratory Tract Infections Introduction to Respiratory Tract Infections Community-Acquired Pneumonia, Bacterial Hospital-Acquired Pneumonia Atypical Pneumonia Aspiration Pneumonia Viral Respiratory Infections Sinus Infections Acute Otitis Media Pharyngitis Acute Exacerbations of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease SECTION IV Systemic Infections Introduction to Systemic Infections Endocarditis Meningitis Osteomyelitis Urinary Tract Infections Systemic Fungal Infections SECTION V Surgical Infections Surgical Infections: Introduction and Overview Acute Appendicitis Acute Ascending Cholangitis and Suppurative Toxic Cholangitis Acute Diverticulitis Hydatid Cyst Disease (Echinococcosis) Intraabdominal Abscess Liver Abscess: Pyogenic and Amebic Hepatic Abscess Necrotizing Soft-Tissue Infections Anorectal Abscess and Fistula in Ano Peritonitis Pyomyositis (Pyomyositis Tropicans) Surgical Site Infections SECTION VI Sexually Transmitted Infections Introduction to Sexually Transmitted Infections Trichomonas vaginalis Herpes Simplex Virus Genital Infection Human Immunodeficiency Virus and Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome Human Papillomavirus Infections Caused by Chlamydia trachomatis, Including Lymphogranuloma Venereum Infections With Neisseria gonorrhoeae Syphilis (Treponema pallidum) Bacterial Vaginosis, Related Syndromes, and Less Common Sexually Transmitted Diseases SECTION VII Infections Associated With International Travel and Outdoor Activities Introduction to Infections Associated With International Travel and Outdoor Activities Malaria Yellow Fever Travelers' Diarrhea Cholera Enteric Fever: Typhoid and Paratyphoid Fever Hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E: Focus on Adult Infections Rabies Arboviruses of Medical Importance West Nile Virus Disease Tick-Borne Encephalitis Lyme Disease Leptospirosis Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis SECTION VIII Parasitic Diseases Introduction to Parasitic Diseases Amebiasis Giardia, Cryptosporidium, Cyclospora, and Other Intestinal Protozoa Soil-Transmitted Helminths and Other Intestinal Roundworms Intestinal Cestodes (Tapeworms) Cysticercosis Food-Borne Trematodes: Liver, Lung, and Intestinal Flukes Schistosomiasis Filarial Diseases Echinococcosis: Cystic and Alveolar Disease Trichinellosis Chagas Disease SECTION IX Emerging Infectious Diseases and Pandemics Introduction to Emerging Infectious Diseases and Pandemics Multidrug-Resistant Tuberculosis Anthrax Tularemia Zika Virus Disease and Congenital Zika Virus Infection Neuroangiostrongyliasis (Rat Lungworm Disease) Ebola and Other Emerging Viral Hemorrhagic Fevers Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome and Coronavirus Disease 2019 Middle East Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus Influenza Virus: A Public Health Concern

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Book SynopsisTrade Review"This edition continues the tradition of extraordinary excellence in defining the standard of medical care for which Cecil Essentials of Medicine is renowned." ©Doody's Review Service, 2022, Vincent F Carr, DO, MSA, FACC, FACP (Uniformed Services University of the Health Sciences) Doody's Score: 4 Stars!Table of ContentsI Introduction to Medicine 1. Introduction to Medicine II Cardiovascular Disease 2. Structure and Function of the Normal Heart and Blood Vessels 3. Evaluation of the Patient with Cardiovascular Disease 4. Diagnostic Tests and Procedures in the Patient with Cardiovascular Disease 5. Heart Failure and Cardiomyopathy 6. Congenital Heart Disease 7. Valvular Heart Disease 8. Coronary Heart Disease 9. Cardiac Arrhythmias 10. Pericardial and Myocardial Disease 11. Other Cardiac Topics 12. Vascular Diseases and Hypertension III Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine 13. Lung in Health and Disease 14. General Approach to Patients with Respiratory Disorders 15. Evaluating Lung Structure and Function 16. Obstructive Lung Diseases 17. Interstitial Lung Diseases 18. Pulmonary Vascular Diseases 19. Disorders of the Pleura, Mediastinum, and Chest Wall 20. Respiratory Failure 21. Transitions in Care from Pediatric to Adult Providers for Individuals with Pulmonary Disease IV Preoperative and Postoperative Care 22. Preoperative and Postoperative Care V Renal Disease 23. Renal Structure and Function 24. Approach to the Patient with Renal Disease 25. Fluid and Electrolyte Disorders 26. Glomerular Diseases 27. Major Nonglomerular Disorders of the Kidney 28. Vascular Disorders of the Kidney 29. Acute Kidney Injury 30. Chronic Kidney Disease VI Gastrointestinal Disease 31. Common Clinical Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease: Abdominal Pain 32. Common Clinical Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease: Gastrointestinal Hemorrhage 33. Common Clinical Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease: Malabsorption 34. Common Clinical Manifestations of Gastrointestinal Disease: Diarrhea 35. Endoscopic and Imaging Procedures 36. Esophageal Disorders 37. Diseases of the Stomach and Duodenum 38. Inflammatory Bowel Disease 39. Diseases of the Pancreas VII Diseases of the Liver and Biliary System 40. Laboratory Tests in Liver Disease 41. Jaundice 42. Acute and Chronic Hepatitis 43. Acute Liver Failure 44. Cirrhosis of the Liver and Its Complications 45. Disorders of the Gallbladder and Biliary Tract VIII Hematologic Disease 46. Hematopoiesis and Hematopoietic Failure 47. Clonal Disorders of the Hematopoietic Stem Cell 48. Disorders of Red Blood Cells 49. Clinical Disorders of Neutrophils 50. Disorders of Lymphocytes 51. Normal Hemostasis 52. Disorders of Hemostasis: Bleeding 53. Disorders of Hemostasis: Thrombosis IX Oncologic Disease 54. Cancer Biology and Etiologic Factors 55. Cancer Epidemiology and Cancer Prevention 56. Principles of Cancer Therapy 57. Lung Cancer 58. Gastrointestinal Cancers 59. Genitourinary Cancers 60. Breast Cancer 61. Gynecological Cancer 62. Other Solid Tumors (Head and Neck, Sarcomas, Melanoma, Unknown Primary) 63. Complications of Cancer and Cancer Treatment X Endocrine Disease and Metabolic Disease 64. Hypothalamic-Pituitary Axis 65. Thyroid Gland 66. Adrenal Gland 67. Male Reproductive Endocrinology 68. Diabetes Mellitus, Hypoglycemia 69. Obesity 70. Malnutrition, Nutritional Assessment, and Nutritional Support in Adult Patients 71. Disorders of Lipid Metabolism XI Women's Health 72. Women's Health Topics XII Men's Health 73. Men's Health Topics XIII Diseases of Bone and Bone Mineral Metabolism 74. Normal Physiology of Bone and Mineral Homeostasis 75. Disorders of Serum Minerals 76. Metabolic Bone Diseases 77. Osteoporosis XIV Musculoskeletal and Connective Tissue Disease 78. Approach to the Patient with Rheumatic Disease 79. Rheumatoid Arthritis 80. Spondyloarthropathies 81. Systemic Lupus Erythematosus 82. Systemic Sclerosis 83. Systemic Vasculitis 84. Crystal Arthropathies 85. Osteoarthritis 86. Nonarticular Soft Tissue Disorders 87. Rheumatic Manifestations of Systemic Disorders and Sjögren's Syndrome XV Infectious Disease 88. Host Defenses Against Infection 89. Laboratory Diagnosis of Infectious Diseases 90. Fever and Febrile Syndromes 91. Bacteremia and Sepsis Syndromes 92. Infections of the Central Nervous System 93. Infections of the Head and Neck 94. Infections of the Lower Respiratory Tract 95. Infections of the Heart and Blood Vessels 96. Acute Bacterial Skin and Skin Structure Infections 97. Intra-Abdominal Infections 98. Infectious Diarrhea 99. Infections Involving Bones and Joints 100. Infections of the Urinary Tract 101. Health Care-Associated Infections 102. Sexually Transmitted Infections 103. Human Immunodeficiency Virus Infection 104. Infections in the Immunocompromised Host 105. Infectious Diseases of Travelers: Protozoal and Helminthic Infections XVI Neurologic Disease 106. Neurologic Evaluation of the Patient 107. Disorders of Consciousness 108. Disorders of Sleep 109. Cortical Syndromes 110. Dementia and Memory Disturbances 111. Major Disorders of Mood, Thoughts, and Behavior 112. Autonomic Nervous System Disorders 113. Headache, Neck and Back Pain, and Cranial Neuralgias 114. Disorders of Vision and Hearing 115. Dizziness and Vertigo 116. Disorders of the Motor System 117. Congenital, Developmental, and Neurocutaneous Disorders 118. Cerebrovascular Disease 119. Traumatic Brain Injury and Spinal Cord Injury 120. Epilepsy 121. Central Nervous System Tumors 122. Demyelinating and Inflammatory Disorders 123. Neuromuscular Diseases: Disorders of the Motor Neuron and Plexus and Peripheral Nerve Disease 124. Muscle Diseases 125. Neuromuscular Junction Disease XVII Geriatrics 126. The Aging Patient XVIII Palliative Care 127. Palliative Care XIX Alcohol and Substance Use 128. Alcohol and Substance Use

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsAllergy and Asthma from the Beginning Basic Immunology and Primary Immunodeficiency Not Just a Disease of the Nose: Allergic Rhinitis and its Influence on the Respiratory System The Asthma Guidline Debate: US vs International Asthma Guidelines - EPR-4 and GINA Pediatric Asthma and Allergy Update on Allergy Diagnostics Food Allergy, Oral Food Challenges, and Oral Immunotherapy Psychosocial Impacts of Allergic Disease Office Procedures in the Allergy Practice The Diagnosis and Treatment of Atopic Dermatitis Looks Can Be Deceiving: The Masqueraders of Atopic Dermatitis Anaphylaxis: What You Need to Know Asthma Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Overlap: Defining, Naming, Diagnosing, and Treating Asthma-Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Overlap

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsEmerging, Reemerging Infectious Diseases and Global Pandemic Preparedness Antimicrobial Drug Resistance and Antimicrobial Resistant Threats Gonococcal and Chlamydia Infections Concerning Features of Emerging Fungal Infections Mycobacterial Diseases A Review and Update of Emerging and Re-emerging Spirochetal Diseases in the United States Mpox (Formally Known as Monkeypox) Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Associated Infections Influenza Viruses Emerging Perinatal Infections Emerging Infectious Diseases and Bioterrorism The Antivaccination Movement and Vaccine Hesitancy Intersection of Emerging Infectious Diseases and Substance Use Disorder: Emerging Trends, Epidemiology, Human Immunodeficiency Virus, Hepatitis

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Book SynopsisDescribes the origins, mechanisms, beneficial applications and practical details of frequency specific therapy - a treatment technique that uses frequencies, micro amperage current and the principles of biological resonance to treat pain and a wide range of medical conditions.

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Book SynopsisTable of ContentsSyphilis: A Modern Resurgence Challenges in Managing Gonorrhea and New Advances in Prevention Trichomoniasis Update on the Epidemiology, Screening, and Management of Chlamydia trachomatis Infection Sexually Transmitted Human Papillomavirus: Update in Epidemiology, Prevention, and Management Update in Epidemiology and Management of Mycoplasma genitalium Infections Sexual Transmission of Viral Hepatitis Genital Herpes Infection: Progress and Problems An Ulcer by Any Other Name: Non-herpes and Non-syphilis Ulcerative Sexually Transmitted Infections Advances in Diagnostics of Sexually Transmitted Infections Approach to Managing Sex Partners of People with Sexually Transmitted Infections

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Book SynopsisMotility is a fundamental property of living systems, from the cytoplasmic streaming of unicellular organisms to the most highly differentiated and de veloped contractile system of higher organisms, striated muscle. Although of motility have a long and in scientific investigations into the mechanisms teresting history, the knowledge of molecular processes, especially in the area of regulation of control of motility, has been developing at an ever more rapid pace with the utilization of multidisciplinary approaches from physiology, cell biology, genetics, biochemistry, pharmacology, and biophysics. In Volume 3, Cell and Muscle Motility continues the same philosophy as that of the preceding volumes. The essays are meant to focus on topics of current interest, to be critical rather than exhaustive, and to indicate the current trends of research efforts. The series is intended to fosTable of Contents1 Intermediate Filaments in Striated Muscle: A Review of Structural Studies in Embryonic and Adult Skeletal and Cardiac Muscle.- 2 Biochemistry and Structure of Mammalian Neurofilaments.- 3 Organization of Contractile Fibers in Smooth Muscle.- 4 Regulation of Muscle Contraction.- 5 The Membrane System and Cytoskeletal Elements of Mammalian Myocardial Cells.- 6 Control of Gene Expression in Muscle Development.- 7 Cloning of Contractile Protein.- 8 Role of Microtubules and Centrioles in Growth Regulation of Mammalian Cells.

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Book Synopsis''Barnett''s well-crafted backlist is big on emotional acuity and this novel is no different, forging from Christina''s grief an insistence that we think more creatively when it comes to happiness, and especially to the shapes that our families might take'' OBSERVERAt forty-three, Christina Lennox thought her future was settled: marriage to Ed, children, a house of their own. But this is not that future: her marriage has ended, fractured by the stress of five rounds of IVF and two miscarriages. Overwhelmed by grief and disappointment, Ed has relocated to San Francisco and Christina''s dream of becoming a mother rests on persuading him to let her go ahead with one final round of IVF, using the last frozen embryo they have stored at the clinic.But when Ed drops a bombshell that threatens to undo everything Christina has strived for, she is forced, once again, to realign her plans: is this the end of her dream, or an opportunity to cTrade ReviewBarnett's well-crafted backlist is big on emotional acuity and this novel is no different, forging from Christina's grief an insistence that we think more creatively when it comes to happiness, and especially to the shapes that our families might take. -- Hephzibah Anderson * THE OBSERVER *A warm, emotional story with brilliant characters. -- Deirdre O'Brien * BEST MAGAZINE *An uplifting tale about new beginnings. -- Maureen Stapleton * HEAT MAGAZINE *I found this beautifully told tale of disappointed motherhood moving, but the best bit for me was the lively South London scene Barnett conjures up. -- Wendy Holden * DAILY MAIL *Barnett writes beautifully about relationships and the possibility of finding a very different happy ever after from the one you were expecting. -- Mernie Gilmore * SUNDAY EXPRESS S MAGAZINE *Laura Barnett weaves an inspiring story about shifting perspective and finding light in the darkness. -- Zoe West * WOMAN'S OWN *A compelling read. * CLOSER *What makes Barnett's novel soappealing is the realistic steps taken by Christina so that she may improve her ownlife - it's not easy but, as Barnett suggests, nothing worth doing ever is. * SUNDAY BUSINESS POST *

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