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 Complications: A Surgeon's Notes on an Imperfect Science by Atul Gawande
"Sometimes in medicine the only way to know what is truly going on in a patient is to operate, to look inside with one's own eyes. This book is exploratory surgery on medicine itself, laying bare a science not in its idealized form but as it actually is - complicated, perplexing, and profoundly human." Atul Gawande offers an unflinching view from the scalpel's edge, where science is ambiguous, information is limited, the stakes are high, yet decisions must be made. In dramatic and revealing stories of patients and doctors, he explores how deadly mistakes occur and why good surgeons go bad. He shows what happens when medicine comes up against the inexplicable: an architect with incapacitating back pain for which there is no physical cause; a young woman with nausea that won't go away; a television newscaster whose blushing is so severe that she cannot do her job. And in a richly detailed portrait of both the people and the science, Gawande also ponders the human factor that makes saving lives possible. |
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 Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine by Eugene Braunwald M.D. (Editor), Anthony S. Fauci M.D.
Eminently readable, completely current, and dramatically revised, the new fifteenth edition of Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine raises the bar for internal medicine references. Featuring over 90 completely new chapters, Harrison's continues to provide the most authoritative record of internal medicine as practiced by the leading experts in the field. And it gives you the one comprehensive database that covers the full spectrum of issues you need to know now basic science, pathophysiology, presenting clinical signs, diagnosis, and the latest treatment guidelines. State-of-the-art coverage of over 4,700 diseases and disorders—more than any other internal medicine text – in the areas of oncology and hematology,infectious diseases, cardiology, pulmonology, gastroenterology, clinical immunology, rheumatology, endocrinology, and neurology.
A brand new full color format—665 full color drawings, 175 clinical and laboratory images, and hundreds of boxes, tables, and algorithms that use color to guide you to the information you need ASAP in everyday patient care. The addition of key new chapters – including extensive new coverage of Critical Care Medicine. Cardinal manifestations of disease/signs and symptoms in 55 chapters. CRITICAL CARE - cardiac, general medicine, respiratory, neurological – represent a growing percentage of in-hospital beds. With 10 chapters in three sections, this is a major and timely addition. DISEASE SCREENING AND PREVENTION - You'll find principles and guidelines for screening for common disorders such as cancer, hypertension, lipid disorders, and osteoporosis. These screening approaches should be considered by every internist for routine health maintenance
WOMEN'S HEALTH - An updated overview of practical approaches to the diagnosis and management of disorders and diseases unique to women. DISORDERS OF LIPOPROTEIN METABOLISM - Greater focus on the classification, diagnosis, and treatment of disorders of cholesterol and triglyceride metabolism. Features updated treatment guidelines with a focus on the use of statins for reducing cardiovascular risk. ALZHEIMER'S AND RELATED DEMENTIAS - Summarizes the explosion of knowledge in an easily readable style. Presents a clinical guide to the diagnosis of Alzheimer's; how to distinguish Alzheimer's from other dementia problems; and the very latest clinical recommendations on the use of new treatments for dementia. PARKINSON'S DISEASE - Reviews all the new findings in applied and clinical genetics, and provides an authoritative approach to therapeutics including surgical options. MICROBIAL, CHEMICAL, AND RADIATION BIOTERRORISM -
The medical profession is on the front line of response to threats of bioterrorism. These chapters were written by recognized experts and edited by Dr. Anthony Fauci who leads the government's biomedical efforts towards national preparedness against such attacks. They are clear and succinct with easily readable charts, tables and algorithms to help you understand the pathogenesis, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of the diseases in question. No other general medical reference covers all of these important subjects in such a comprehensive and clear manner . HIV/AIDS - This revision of what is widely considered to be the classic treatment of this topic fully reflects the rapid evolution of medical knowledge of HIV disease, particularly the all-important advances in therapeutic strategies. This chapter's clinically practical nature and its comprehensive and analytical approach to the pathogenesis of HIV disease make it a complete reference on HIV/AIDS. IMMUNE SYSTEM - Another truly classic treatment, this chapter has now been updated to include the rapid advances in both basic and clinical immunology. It combines an in-depth description and analysis of the principles of basic immunology with an easy flow into the application of these principles to clinical disease states. DISORDERS OF IMMUNE-MEDIATED INJURY - Major advances in immunomodulatory therapy realized in rheumatology over the past three years have been captured in extensive revisions in chapters on Rheumatoid Arthritis, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, and The Spondyloarthropathies. PSEUDOMEMBRANOUS COLITIS due to Clostridium difficile. This important pathogen is a very frequently encountered organism, especially in the hospital setting. STEM CELL AND GENE TRANSFER - Defines different types of stem cells, and discusses potential applications in clinical medicine ranging from bone marrow transplantation to future possibilities such as stem cell transplantation in the heart, pancreatic islets, and central nervous system. There is also a major focus on how gene transfer can be combined with stem cells to modify their function. PERIMENOPAUSE TRANSITION AND HORMONE REPLACEMENT THERAPY - Timely chapter addresses the controversial topic of hormone therapy. Coincides with publication of the results of the Women's Health Initiative, which unexpectedly showed increased cardiovascular risk in women receiving estrogen treatment. Provides practical algorithms for managing the care of women during and after the menopause transition. BONE AND MINERAL METABOLISM - Incorporates the vast number of new insights into bone development and turnover. An outstanding review that lays the foundation for understanding the pathophysiology and treatment of various metabolic bone diseases. |
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 Merck Manual Diagnosis & Therapy by Mark H. Beers (Editor), Robert Berkow
Since 1899, healthcare professionals around the world have put their trust in The Merck Manual more than in any other medical reference. Merck's century-long commitment to supplying medical information continues with The Centennial (17th) Edition of this perennial favorite, which keeps medical professionals up to date on the latest important medical advances and features more changes than any other edition in the past 20 years. Written by more than 300 medical experts in all fields of medicine from the United States, Canada, and around the world. |
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 Current Medical Diagnosis & Treatment 2005 by Lawrence M. Tierney Jr., Stephen J. McPhee
The leading annually updated general medical text, CMDT2005 is the most comprehensive, reliable, and timely reference available to answer common questions in everyday clinical practice. Written in a concise, easy-to-read style, the text covers all aspects of outpatient and inpatient care including gynecology, obstetrics, urology, dermatology, psychiatry, neurology, otolaryngology, and ophthalmology as well as authoritative descriptions of new developments in medicine. It includes information on over 1000 diseases and disorders with an emphasis on prevention and cost-effective treatments. CMDT 2005 also features updated information on drug dosages and costs and updated therapeutic options in HIV, including an approach to multi-drug antiretroviral therapies. Detailed, up-to-date coverage of all primary care topics, including gynecology, dermatology, neurology, and urology. Expanded information on health maintenance, including the prevention of obesity. Extensive coverage of hypertension, with updated recommendations from the JNC 7 report of the Joint National Committee on Prevention, Detection, Evaluation, and Treatment of High Blood Pressure. New immunization tables presenting the latest guidelines for adults and children. Expert guidance on new therapies in alternative and complementary medicine. Easy access to drug dosages, updated prices, and indexed trade names. |
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 The House of God by Samuel Shem
Now a classic! The hilarious novel of the healing arts that reveals everything your doctor never wanted you to know. Six eager interns they saw themselves as modern saviors-to-be. They came from the top of their medical school class to the bottom of the hospital staff to serve a year in the time-honored tradition, racing to answer the flash of on-duty call lights and nubile nurses. But only the Fat Man the Clam, all-knowing resident could sustain them in their struggle to survive, to stay sane, to love-and even to be doctors when their harrowing year was done. |
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 Medical School Admissions: The Insider's Guide by John A. Zebala, Stephanie Jones
Written by medical students for medical students, this guide features everything a student needs to know about the medical school admissions process. The authors give a frank, pragmatic, sometimes humorous, and occasionally irreverent perspective on issues ranging from preparation of an effective application, improving scores on the MCAT, to writing a compelling personal essay. |
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 Lippincott's Illustrated Reviews Biochemistry by Pamela C. Champe, Richard A. Harvey
This popular study guide and review provides a quick survey of the field of biochemistry, covering the essentials that students need to know. Included are board-type questions to give students experience for what they will encounter on actual examinations. Now thoroughly revised and updated throughout, there is much new material on cholesterol and steroid metabolism, and nutrition and protein synthesis. |
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 Atlas of Human Anatomy by Frank H. Netter, Arthur F. Dalley
The ultimate anatomy atlas for clinical reference, patient education and personal study is now even better. The standard by which all others are measured, this new edition is indispensable for student and practitioner alike.Any student of anatomy should have a copy of this atlas in reach while they study. |
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 Iserson's Getting into a Residency: A Guide for Medical Students by Kenneth V. Iserson
A step-by-step guide through the process of selecting a medical specialty and obtaining a residency position. Numerous charts included which illustrate the specialty selection process, and "Must/Want" Analysis providing a way to rank residency program selections. |
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