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Tips, techniques, humour and cartoons to guide you through life as a medical student. Being a medical student is challenging, intimidating and rewarding in equal measure. Medical students often get hung up on the stresses and strains of learning such a vast amount of information and the expectations upon them. Surviving Medicine: the med school years is the perfect antidote to this stressful environment – the cartoons are light-hearted reflections on life as a medical student and highlight some of the absurdities you are likely to encounter. But this book is much more than just a collection of funny, and often irreverent, cartoons. It provides real practical advice on surviving ward rounds, coping with doubt and anxiety and preparing for exams, amongst others. It also contains a weath of medical tips and knowledge to help you survive your time at medical school. Most of the situations described in this book will crop up at some point as you progress through medical school and beyond. Consider them a rite of passage as you rack up the experience and confidence to look back and think, I can't believe I was scared of that...!

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Essential Prescribing provides medical students with an easy-to-follow overview of the drugs they are most likely to encounter at medical school and as they start their medical careers. The book benefits from the same landscape format and approach as Scion’s bestselling Essential Examination. Each class of drug is detailed using a common tabular format, based on the following sections: Examples Mode of Action Routes of Delivery Indications, Cautions and Contraindications Interactions Monitoring Side-effects Patient counselling This consistent approach helps the reader quickly find the pertinent information for the common drugs and situations they are likely to come across, so they can become confident of prescribing the correct drugs for the patient in appropriate doses. The book also features a questions and answer section at the end of the book for the reader to assess their knowledge. All medical students and foundation doctors now have to prove their prescribing competence by taking the Prescribing Safety Assessment (PSA). Essential Prescribing not only arms the reader with the key knowledge for the PSA, but also provides them with the core prescribing knowledge they will need as their medical careers progress. The book is also ideal for Independent Prescriber V300 courses.

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This third edition of the popular Cellular Pathology textbook provides a thorough coverage of all the key areas of histological and cytological techniques. It is written for students studying courses in biomedical sciences, healthcare science or other subjects allied to medicine. The book provides essential information on those techniques that have particular relevance to both the diagnosis of disease and also for research in pathology. This 3rd edition has been thoroughly updated and extended to: include changes in established practice accommodate newly emerging techniques such as in molecular diagnostics provide an introduction to the latest immunological methods, microscopy techniques, image analysis systems and approaches in liquid-based cytology show all images in full colour. Additionally, the general principles of pathology are given a more rigorous treatment and the approach to good laboratory practice has been expanded. This edition continues to feature learning objectives, revision notes, recommended further reading and self-evaluation questions, all of which really help the student to understand the subject. The book further benefits from an increased number of photographs that illustrate typical results and techniques - all in full colour. Cellular Pathology 3e reflects the current requirements of cellular pathology teaching and practice and provides essential reading for any course that relates to cellular pathology, histology and histopathology.

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Biochemistry is a major new textbook designed and created specifically for briefer courses in the subject. Written by Prof. Terry Brown of the University of Manchester (author of Genomes and Gene Cloning), the book provides the necessary detail and rigour expected for these courses, but without the extraneous material found in the larger textbooks. With an increasing number of students taking a short course in biochemistry there is a growing need for a book that covers the subject concisely and succinctly. Biochemistry has been designed from the outset for these shorter courses; it is not a cut-down version of one of the larger books that dominate the market. Although it is shorter, there is no compromise in content, style and coverage. The book is attractively designed in full colour throughout with all the pedagogical features expected in a major textbook. It covers what students should be expected to know and is written in the clear and accurate writing style for which Terry Brown is widely lauded. With its competitive price and resources for adopting lecturers (all of the illustrations and diagrams from the book, and answers to the end of chapter questions), Biochemistry will become the textbook of choice for any brief biochemistry course. Confirmed Adoptions Biochemistry is already the required text at the following institutions: Becker College, USA Bishop Burton College, UK Bournemouth University, UK Charles R. Drew University of Medicine and Science, USA Charleston Southern University, USA Colorado State University - Pueblo, USA Idaho State University, USA Liverpool John Moores University, UK Montclair State University, USA Newcastle University, UK Rivier University, USA Southeast Missouri State University, USA Staffordshire University, UK Stephen F Austin State University, USA Texas Christian University, USA The University of Texas at Austin, USA Umeå University, Sweden University of Aberdeen, UK University of Bradford, UK University of Bedfordshire, UK University of Brighton, UK University of the Incarnate Word, USA University of Kansas, USA University of Miami Miller School of Medicine, USA University of Nottingham, UK University of Roehampton, UK University of Salford, UK University of the West of England, UK University of Tulsa, USA Valley City State University, USA Yale University School of Medicine, USA

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Health Science Statistics using R and R Commander has been written for students, researchers and professionals who need a practical guide to the subject. R is an open source statistical package that is finding favour in a wide variety of statistics applications. Initially R was the preserve of trained statisticians. However, it is increasingly being used with non-specialist audiences, at both postgraduate and senior undergraduate levels. The book focuses on the graphical user interface, R Commander, which helps make R more user-friendly for the uninitiated. However, throughout the book, the R code behind R Commander is provided to allow the reader to program directly if required. The book provides both the practical skills and essential knowledge to enable the reader to perform their own statistical analyses in R and to interpret the results appropriately. The book starts with introductory chapters which demonstrate how to install and run R and R Commander effortlessly. It then builds from introductory statistics chapters (calculating correlations and t tests) through to more complex areas (structural equation modelling, log linear regression etc.). Each chapter begins with a thorough introduction to the statistical technique under discussion. Then, working through real-life data, the reader is shown how to do their own analysis using R Commander, followed by a demonstration of how to do this analysis in R directly. The later chapters also show how to write up findings in the correct format. For specific analyses other free applications are introduced to supplement R (OpenEpi, Gpower and ?nyx). Throughout, the reader is given essential tips and advice to help get to grips with carrying out the analysis and intelligently reflecting on the output. Health Science Statistics using R and R Commander is accompanied by an array of web-based material including: additional online chapters discussion board R code for each chapter multiple choice questions links to other resources including websites, blogs and tutorials Health Science Statistics using R and R Commander is a comprehensive introduction to statistics in the health sciences combined with a hands-on practical guide to R (and related free software).

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Catch Up Maths & Stats covers the core maths skills you will need on any life or medical sciences course including: working with fractions and powers preparation of a dilution series how to calculate standard deviation using and understanding graphs analysing enzyme kinetics choosing the right statistical test Over 200 examples are provided to show the relevance and application of maths and stats to your course. This second edition also now provides further coverage of differentiation and integration alongside nearly 70 more questions and answers to help you test your understanding. Catch Up Maths & Statswill bring you up to speed in the shortest possible time, even if you didn't study maths at advanced level.

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All the core knowledge you need at medical school in one place! Now mapped to the MLA curriculum. Clinical Specialties contains the core information on: Community-based medicine; Geriatric medicine; Gynaecology; Obstetrics; Paediatrics; Psychiatry; Dermatology; ENT; Ophthalmology; Anaesthetics; Palliative care.

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At a time when primary care has never been busier, the ability to assess effectively by telephone is vitally important. By understanding the problems of this demanding and risk-prone area, clinicians are better able to balance patient needs with workload demands and access to face-to-face appointments. This book provides GPs, practice nurses and out-of-hours workers with a practical guide to what is required when undertaking triage or consultations on the telephone. Using real-world examples throughout, the book offers: A step-by-step guide to the basic principles of telephone assessment A summary of the potential pitfalls and how to avoid them Guidance on how to quality-assure each call before concluding safely Protocols to use for every call Telephone Assessment in Primary Care is based around the author’s personal experience working in clinical telephone services. In addition, her work running training courses on telephone triage and consultation helps her to highlight common problems and provide practical solutions.

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Breaking 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.

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We hate to break it to you but graduating from medical school and becoming a doctor does not guarantee you a jaw-dropping career. However, with help from this book you can unearth exciting opportunities, enhance your employability and maximise your chances of achieving the ultimate career satisfaction! Whether you are a sixth-form student who has just received an offer to study medicine or a junior doctor looking to take the next step towards your chosen speciality, this book can be used to help you accomplish your career goals. Whichever career path you want to take, and even if you want to work abroad, the information in this book will be relevant to you and it will give you a head start against the competition. It may also help you decide which career path to take! Have a read and set yourself on a pathway to professional enlightenment.

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Tips, techniques, humour and cartoons to guide you through life as a junior doctor. As you continue on your winding journey through the wacky wilderness that is medicine, you'll notice a few things are slightly different now that you've graduated from medical school. While everyone's time as a junior doctor is unique, there are a number of experiences during the first few years of training to which everyone who has made the trip can relate. So, to help you on this journey, the book offers advice on: prioritising jobs on ward rounds surviving on-calls handling the most common bleeps referrals requesting investigations and lots more - with a generous dose of humour thrown in for good measure! This book is designed to reassure you that we have all been there, and we know what you're going through. Try not to worry too much, have a go, be safe and most of all, try to enjoy your prestigious new position!

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Surgical OSCEs for Medical Students offers readers nearly 70 stations showing how to address surgical problems in a consistent way, using a step-wise approach. Each case provides a structured step-by-step approach: Differential diagnoses History Examination – general and targeted Investigations required Diagnosis with pathophysiological explanation Management The book offers readers: Concise presentation of information to ensure rapid access to important facts Stimulating coverage of common surgical topics often encountered in OSCE examinations, such as abdominal distension, dysphagia, muscle weakness and sudden weight loss Valuable and trusted input from junior doctors who have successfully passed and supervised OSCEs

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A collection of life experiences, anecdotes and suggestions from an experienced GP and GP trainer focusing on the emotional intelligence required to be a great GP. The Art of General Practice is a short text written by an experienced GP and GP trainer. It is a book which will help focus the mind of the reader (GPs of all descriptions: young GPs, returners to general practice and even jaded GPs) on what it means to be a GP. Too often general practice focuses on guidelines, ever-changing targets, incentives or the academic side of medicine and the art and craft of being a GP is forgotten. The book aims to redress the balance; it helps the reader refocus on the emotional intelligence needed to be a great GP. The book consists of a number of short chapters so the busy GP can dip in and out of it as time allows – each chapter helps the reader re-centre on the core skills and techniques needed to be a great GP, and the benefits these skills will bring to both GPs and patients alike. There is almost no medicine in this book; it is a book of life experiences, anecdotes and suggestions – all aimed to help you survive the increasing pressures of general practice and make your life as a GP more interesting and less stressful.

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A concise, practical guide to the diagnosis, treatment and management of common allergy and asthma conditions in primary care. Allergy and asthma represent some of the most common chronic conditions presenting in primary care. Furthermore, up to 20% of patients with allergies struggle on a daily basis with the fear of anaphylactic shock or an asthma attack. This book guides readers through the basic immunology and pathophysiology and then provides details on all aspects of the clinical assessment of allergic patients: History-taking Clinical examination Investigations and imaging A broad range of allergies is then presented with succinct clinical advice detailing the causes, diagnosis and treatment of each allergy in turn. Asthma is covered separately using the latest asthma guidelines to describe the risk factors, stratification, and accurate diagnosis. This is followed by a concise presentation of asthma management and monitoring in primary care. The book concludes with the pressing issue of childhood allergy, and highlights the investigations, assessment and treatments specific to allergy and asthma in children. This is the ideal clinical text for GPs, medical students and nurse practitioners looking to manage common allergies and asthma, and for those looking for decision-making support when considering onward referral.

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This book aims to help readers develop a consulting style which focuses on the needs of the patient rather than resorting to a formulaic approach to questioning. It helps readers to display the competences required to pass the CSA exam. Using patient–doctor dialogues, the reader is shown both positive and negative indicators for a broad array of consultation types. The reflective style used in the book will help the doctor identify which aspects of the competences tested in the examination they need to improve. The book will also help you to avoid these common problems: Disorganised or unstructured consultation Not recognising the issues or priorities Showing poor time management Not appearing to develop rapport or show awareness of patient’s agenda and preferences Poor active listening skills and use of cues Not developing a shared plan Not using language that is relevant and understandable to the patient. The book is structured with the patient, rather than the disease, at the centre of the consultation, in keeping with the design of the CSA examination. The style of writing is aimed at encouraging self-learning, to avoid readers picking up formulaic habits. Patient-Centred Consulting for the MRCGP brings together lifelike patient–doctor dialogues with the RCGP competency framework. It will help improve your daily consultations through a reflective understanding of the skills required to put the patient first.

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This fourth edition contains over 500 questions which comprehensively cover the curriculum. The book features questions in all the formats that feature in the AKT exam: single best answers; extended matching questions; rank ordering; picture format; algorithm completion and the recently introduced ‘complete the gap’ question types. The newly added questions cover important topics such as: management of low back pain contraception and pregnancy the new fit notes diagnosis and management of people with skin problems acute eye problems management of osteoporosis The questions and answers have been comprehensively updated to reflect changes in management of clinical and administrative areas, with references and weblinks updated throughout. 400 extended matching, single best answer questions, rank ordering and free text completion 88 algorithm completion questions 52 picture questions, with all photographs presented in full colour The book has been favourably reviewed by trainees, trainers and programme directors alike and is on the recommended reading lists of a number of VTS schemes. It is essential reading for candidates preparing for the AKT and also for training practices and libraries. It has been used by trainers to plan teaching sessions and tutorials and by established GPs to help them with appraisal and revalidation. IF YOU WANT TO PASS THE AKT PAPER IN THE MRCGP, THEN YOU NEED THIS BOOK From reviews of previous editions: “Just had my AKT results and they were well above the average… This book is clearly laid out and I feel acts as a good supplement to online revision and fills in the gaps online revision can leave.” “This is a good road testing for those who face into the AKT… the questions are clear and easily understood. The picture quality is excellent. The answers are informative and provide useful revision...”

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Anatomy and Physiology in Healthcare focuses on what healthcare students need to know about the biological principles which underpin the practice of healthcare. All healthcare students have to study anatomy and physiology. They often find it a challenging subject and struggle to see how the subject will link to their professional practice. This book is unique in that it integrates clinical cases with the essential biological facts to provide all students with a thorough understanding of how anatomy and physiology can be applied in healthcare. By using clinical cases throughout , the book helps the reader grasp the practical relevance of anatomy and physiology to decision-making and care delivery. The clinical cases have been carefully selected to reflect common conditions encountered in practice today, and the changing patterns of disease and healthcare. Clear high-quality full colour illustrations, links to appropriate web-based content, and self-assessment material make this the perfect, practical textbook for all healthcare students. Review: "This textbook presents anatomy and physiology in a fun and interactive way.... It is divided into 14 chapters and the way the authors have introduced the information gives it a modern twist. For example, instead of titling a chapter 'The reproductive system', it is called 'From one generation to the next'. ..... What works particularly well is the way the authors have used case studies that reflect the reality of the changing patterns of health and disease.... This book provides a good foundation in clinical application and it seeks to link theory to practice."; Nursing Standard, 27 September 2017, volume 32 number 5

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Based on their extensive experience of clinical work, the authors emphasize the practical issues related to the healthcare of individuals and families. Genetics for the Health Sciences takes an holistic approach, from preconception to adulthood, and addresses the false notion that clinical genetics is of relevance only to those who are planning a family. The book enables nurses, midwives, genetic counselors and doctors to apply the general principles of genetics in their routine clinical practice. As well as discussing the basic principles, Genetics for the Health Sciences also describes the latest technologies and shows how these can be applied to clinical practice. This is an essential text which helps all those in clinical healthcare understand the genetics they need in their professional roles. It is also an ideal coursebook for students in the healthcare professions seeking an understanding of core genetic principles and how these are applied in practice. Reviews: 'The text is a compact, concise presentation of the basic concepts in genetics science and the impact of genetics across the lifespan. The organization of the text increases its usefulness to clinicians as each specialty area could easily locate the information most pertinent to their work...The text is well illustrated throughout, again providing summarized information that is easily accessed. An especially helpful feature of this text is the presence of multiple case studies in each chapter, making this text particularly useful for teaching. I think faculty teaching students in advanced practice nursing programs and allied health courses would find this text a succinct addition to their course. However, I could also see this text being useful in RN preparation curriculum. It could easily be a text that would carry over for several specialty areas and provide additional material specific to genetics in each area. Genetics for Health Sciences: A Handbook for Clinical Healthcare is a welcome addition to the rather sparse choices available for presenting genetics content in clinical practice curriculum. Rebekah Hamilton, ISONG, June 2010 'Tremendous progress in recent years has shaped the field of medical genetics, which continues to expand to involve almost every aspect of human health. Hence, it is necessary for every healthcare professional to acquire a basic understanding of this science. This is clearly the objective of this well-edited and structured book by Skirton and Patch in its second updated edition. The authors' considerable experience in genetics, through direct clinical practice in addition to organisational and academic roles, can be appreciated in the practical aspect of their writing. The book starts with useful definitions and alerts the reader to the wide applicability of genetics through clinical cases, raising questions that are answered and discussed when relevant in later chapters. Important aspects of genetic counselling, from basic skills such as risk estimation using family trees to more complex ones related to effective ethical communication with the clients in the light of their needs and the different models of counselling, are then discussed in two chapters. However, given their intrinsic function in medical genetics, these issues are also efficiently tackled in the clinical cases outlined in each chapter. The authors then describe important scientific concepts and techniques that are necessary for a good clinical understanding of genetics. Although this section may seem short, the additional resources provided at the end are very useful. Likewise, for all topics covered in the book, the updated links provided serve as a handy catalogue for the health professional seeking extra information. Next, the concepts and techniques described in the first part of the book are applied directly to common genetic conditions and issues faced by different age groups, from prenatal care to older adulthood in separate chapters. This organisation puts into perspective the importance of genetics in different medical specialities and settings. This book, with its concise yet comprehensive explanation of a complex rapidly growing field, should prove to be a valuable resource for a diverse audience of health professionals, including midwives, nurses and physicians, who confront genetic issues during their daily practice without being specialists in medical genetics.' Nadine Taleb, Journal of Medical Genetics 'When first asked to write this book review I thought to myself how it would be important to give a rounded report on both the book’s strengths and weaknesses. After reading the book, however, I realised that it is difficult to find weaknesses. The authors, Heather Skirton and Christine Patch, between them have over 30 years of experience in clinical genetics. Their experience of explaining genetics in their professional roles shines through in the way they have written the book. They make complex genetic principles interesting and understandable. The book does not baffle or patronise. The book is easily navigated. It is broken down into clear chapters that are ordered in a pleasingly logical way. The first chapter 'sets the scene' by introducing the reader to important concepts related to genetic health care including issues such as ethical practice, the different forms of genetic testing and the impact of genetic conditions on families. The next chapters then discuss the family tree, counselling issues, genetic science and public health genetics. The remaining chapters then explore the core topics relating to particular life stages from preconception to older adulthood. It engages the reader from the start when it introduces seven ‘core’ families that reappear throughout the book to highlight a number of key issues. The text is peppered with clear illustrations, useful step by step guides, practical checklists, and test yourself sections making the book lively and dynamic. The test yourself sections make the book student friendly and would also make good teaching aids to lecturers and tutors. At the start of the book there is a list of helpful websites and at the end of each chapter there is a list of resources for those who wish to extend their knowledge. One of the main strengths of this book is its refreshingly practical approach. All too often books can be written in a way in which it is difficult for the reader to transfer the knowledge that they have gained into their day-to-day practice. The introduction states that 'the aim of this book is to enable those in healthcare to update their knowledge on topics related to genetics and genomics that have an impact in their daily work and apply it usefully in patient care'. Given the fact that genetics has increasingly become a core component in a number of specialties, one would think that meeting this aim for all would be a tall order. This book however eloquently does so using case examples and key practice points boxes throughout to demonstrate the clinical application of the topic under discussion. Another of the book’s main strengths is the way in which it promotes individualised care by enabling the reader to consider the impact of genetic conditions from the patients’ point of view. Genetics for the Health Sciences brings genetics into common healthcare settings. It is highly recommended as an essential text for health care professionals in roles across all specialties. It is also recommended to students, lecturers, social scientists; to anyone who has an interest in genetics and wishes to extend their knowledge. It is a joy to read and could be read from cover to cover.' Helen Thistlewood, Medical Genetics 'Genetics is at the forefront of medicine and nurses are expected to have a basic understanding of the subject. This handbook is well written and the authors do a good job of making this complex topic understandable. The book lists prenatal, childhood and adult genetic conditions that may involve testing and counselling. Genetic services, types of genetic testing and the impact of genetic conditions on families are discussed in depth, and case studies highlight the emotional and psychological needs of patients and their families. Guidelines for drawing family trees and practical examples of risk assessment are well explained. The perspective of the patient regarding risk and lay knowledge is also considered... All departments should have a copy of this book on their shelves.' Audrey Ardern-Jones, Nursing Standard

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This fully-revised edition of Haematology is written in an approachable style that focuses on improving understanding and encourages students to think around the subject. The numerous illustrations and defined learning objectives are designed to aid effective learning, while the many 'fast facts' boxes broaden the interest and perspective of the material. Further reading lists and website information guide students to more detailed coverage if required. This book will be useful for undergraduate and postgraduate students of haematology, as well as medical students and those embarking on higher professional qualifications. From reviews: '...This haematology textbook seems to achieve the impossible: it is short in length, broad in scope and yet does not restrict itself to basic facts. Its other great strength is an extremely readable, clear and consistent prose. This makes it stand out from textbooks compiled by editors but where different authors contribute each chapter...' Royal College of Pathologists Bulletin number 157, January 2012

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A concise handbook containing the latest practical guidance on all common contraceptive methods. Contraception Made Easy 3e is an up-to-date handbook for GPs and other healthcare professionals who need easy access to the latest practical guidance on all the commonly used contraceptive methods: combined oral contraceptives (COCs), patches, and vaginal rings progestogen-only pills (POPs), progestogen-only injectables and implants copper intrauterine devices (IUDs) and the levonorgestrel IUS diaphragms, cervical caps, and male and female condoms natural fertility awareness advice/kits emergency contraception male and female sterilisation. This latest edition includes the position on abortion in Ireland and features material on contraception for: women with weight issues, including obesity and eating disorders women taking teratogenic drugs transgender and non-binary people.

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Dermatoscopy and Skin Cancer, updated edition, is a handbook to help dermatologists, dermatoscopists and GPs easily differentiate between benign and malignant tumours, leading to fewer unnecessary biopsies and earlier treatment of cancers. Based around two easy to follow algorithms, 'Chaos and Clues' and 'Prediction without Pigment', the book shows all dermatoscope users how to confidently diagnose skin lesions earlier and with greater precision. In addition, this handbook provides coverage of: the microanatomy of the skin specimen processing and histopathology the language of dermatoscopy to help name and define structures and patterns approaches to skin examination and photodocumentation revised pattern analysis as an additional diagnostic algorithm dermatoscopic features of common and significant lesions. Using hundreds of high quality images, the authors provide a detailed algorithmic approach to assessing the skin; an approach that has been successfully taught to thousands of doctors around the world. From Doody's reviews, December 2023 "Many dermoscopy books exist; some are too pedantic and explain concepts with dermatoscopic jargon, while others purport to simplify the learning process but quickly succumb to the same criticism. Most are replete with abnormal looking lesions, but fall short on including examples of normal variations. This book delivers what it promises. I definitely recommend it as the first reference for mastering diagnosis of skin lesions with a dermatoscope." – 4 stars!

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Much of anaesthetic practice is underpinned by physics, yet many struggle when studying the subject. This book has been written with the aim of helping those who have long since parted company with physics. This new edition has been comprehensively updated, but the content remains aligned with the FRCA syllabus, making Physics in Anaesthesia ideal for trainee anaesthetists, as well as for operating department practitioners and anaesthetic nurses. In addition, clinical science and engineering students will appreciate the linking of theory and practice. Physics in Anaesthesia gives a complete and structured overview: Explanations start from first principles Simple everyday examples are used to illustrate core concepts Clinical examples highlight the applications of physics in anaesthesia Worked examples and helpful diagrams develop understanding Completely revised MCQs/SBAs now available online with hints and tips, plus answers

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Point-of-care ultrasound has become a vital part of patient assessment in critical care units across the world. Its diagnostic sensitivity and specificity allow clinicians to accurately examine all major organ systems within a matter of minutes. This book provides readers with a comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date practical guide to the use of POCUS in critical care, and features: detailed descriptions of how to perform a multi-system POCUS examination and its advantages over traditional techniques practical details of how to use POCUS in the assessment of shock, trauma and cardiac arrest contributions from leading POCUS specialists accreditation pathways hundreds of images The book is accompanied by an additional image and video clip library which will help readers better understand ultrasound and incorporate it into their daily practice. Point-of-Care Ultrasound in Critical Care is an essential handbook for clinicians working in critical care and anaesthesia. This book is also useful for those working in emergency medicine, internal medicine, surgery, and pre-hospital medicine. With POCUS likely to become a core competency in intensive care medicine over the coming years, this book is the perfect handbook for trainees.

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A 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 Neighbour

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Healthcare Economics Made Easy, third edition is a clear and concise text written for those working in healthcare who need to understand the basics of the subject but who do not want to wade through a specialist health economics text. It will equip the reader with the necessary skills to make valid decisions based on the economic data and with the background knowledge to understand the health economics literature. This new edition builds on the success of the second edition by updating the material on the NICE appraisal process and including new sections on health technology assessment in the USA and the key role of the Institute for Clinical and Economic Review. This book provides insight into the economic methods that are used to promote public health policies, the techniques used for grading and valuing evidence and the statistics relied upon, without trying to re-train the reader as a health economist. If you are left bemused by terms such as QALY, health utility analysis and cost-minimization analysis, then this is the book for you! Second edition Highly Commended in the BMA Medical Book Awards! Here’s what the judges said: “This is one of the few textbooks I would suggest every clinician reads.”

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Simple, step-by-step instructions on how to draw, learn and interpret the anatomy you need to know as a medical student. More than a simple colouring book, this unique title shows you how to draw key anatomical structures. This active drawing process reinforces learning and aids understanding and retention. An overview illustration and detailed explanation is followed by instructions to show you how to draw the anatomy yourself one simple step at a time – this methodical approach will help you remember what goes where! Features hundreds of full-colour hand-drawn illustrations that are easy to copy and remember – you don’t have to be a brilliant artist, you just need some coloured pens and blank paper … Chapters cover from head to toe, via the skin, cardiac anatomy and the respiratory system – everything you need is described. “The easy, proven way to actively learn anatomy"

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Winner of the Young Authors Award at the BMA book awards 2019! AND Highly Commended in the Medicine category! Here's what the BMA reviewers said: "I would unreservedly recommend this book to any medical student and indeed anyone else who wanted to learn more about internal medicine including junior doctors, nurses, physicians' assistants. I would have loved a book like this when I was a medical student." Medicine in a Minute is a new full-colour text covering the fundamentals of undergraduate medicine in one book. Medical students no longer have the time or inclination to read the huge texts that used to dominate this market - they need a concise book that covers the core information they have to know, and in a user-friendly format: Medicine in a Minute is this book! The book is edited and written by two of the authors behind the bestselling Cardiology in a Heartbeat and features several common design elements and features. It has quickly found favour with medical students and is consistently one of the bestselling medical student texts. The book is divided into body systems and then each section within the particular body system follows a consistent pattern: Definition Epidemiology Risk factors Differential diagnosis Aetiology Pathophysiology Clinical features Investigations Management Medicine in a Minute is a student-friendly, concise text that you will want close to hand throughout your studies.

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Paediatrics: a clinical handbook provides all the essential information required for a successful paediatrics rotation. Written by two recently qualified junior doctors and a consultant paediatrician, the book offers an exam-centred, reader-friendly style backed up with concise clinical guidance. Building on the success of the other ‘Clinical Handbook’ titles (Rheumatology and Psychiatry), Paediatrics: a clinical handbook provides reader-friendly coverage of the subject in an attractive full-colour design. To help the reader get to grips with the subject quickly and easily, the book features a wide variety of learning aids including mnemonics, numerous clinical photos, OSCE tips, red flag boxes and rapid diagnosis boxes. Paediatrics: a clinical handbook is ideal for medical students and junior doctors; like the other books in the series it will also appeal to medics who want a quick refresher of the subject. Self-assessment tests, in the form of 20 Short Answer questions and 40 Single Best Answer Questions, are available at: www.scionpublishing.com/Paediatrics

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This third edition of Catch up Compendium contains the most up-to-date editions of the three existing Catch Up books: Biology, Chemistry and Maths & Stats. It provides over 600 pages of background material essential for any student studying courses in the biological and biomedical sciences. The book provides a bridge between school and university courses and provides invaluable support for the fundamental concepts covered during first year university modules. Catch Up Compendium is a unique combination: course book, revision guide, and reference source - your first year studies will be much easier with a copy by your side.

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