Costanzo Physiology
- 8th Edition - February 2, 2026
- Latest edition
- Author: Linda S. Costanzo
- Language: English
Costanzo Physiology, 8th Edition, remains a top choice of both students and instructors for concise, clear instruction and a strong foundation in human physiology. Find the joy… Read more
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Costanzo Physiology, 8th Edition, remains a top choice of both students and instructors for concise, clear instruction and a strong foundation in human physiology. Find the joy in physiology with Dr. Linda Costanzo’s clear, helpful writing style, logical organization, and easy-to-follow presentation. The step-by-step, to-the-point approach presents complex concepts in a simple, easy-to-digest manner, and well-designed figures and tables provide handy visuals for physiologic processes and equations. For students entering medicine or other health professions, there is simply no better text for an easy-to-read, easy-to-understand introduction to physiology.
- Offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand
- Presents information in a short, simple, and focused manner—the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams
- Contains more “challenge yourself” and rhetorical questions throughout, expanded neurophysiology coverage, and more examples and explanations that bring unexpected enjoyment to learning physiology
- Provides step-by-step explanations, easy-to-follow diagrams clearly depicting physiologic principles, and chapter summaries for quick overviews of important points.
- Integrates equations and sample problems throughout the text
- Includes high-yield online features such as student FAQs with thorough explanations, animations, and video tutorials from Dr. Costanzo
- An eBook version is included with purchase. The eBook allows you to access all of the text and figures, with the ability to search, customize your content, make notes and highlights, and have content read aloud
Medical students
Review from the previous edition:
"The beauty of the Costanzo textbook lies within its simplicity and way the complex content is described in a logical and straightforward manner." --©Doody’s Review Service, 2022, Robert A. Augustyniak, PhD (Lincoln Memorial University)
"The beauty of the Costanzo textbook lies within its simplicity and way the complex content is described in a logical and straightforward manner." --©Doody’s Review Service, 2022, Robert A. Augustyniak, PhD (Lincoln Memorial University)
- Edition: 8
- Latest edition
- Published: February 2, 2026
- Language: English
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Linda S. Costanzo
Affiliations and expertise
Professor of Physiology and Biophysics, Special Assistant to the Dean of Medicine and Student Liaison, Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine, Richmond, Virginia, USA