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Physiology

  • 6th Edition - March 15, 2017
  • Latest edition
  • Author: Linda S. Costanzo
  • Language: English

Renowned physiology instructor Dr. Linda Costanzo’s friendly, logical, easy-to-follow writing style makes Physiology, 6th Edition ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Well-d… Read more

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Renowned physiology instructor Dr. Linda Costanzo’s friendly, logical, easy-to-follow writing style makes Physiology, 6th Edition ideal for coursework and USMLE preparation. Well-designed figures and tables provide handy visuals for procedures or physiologic equations, and step-by-step explanations clarify challenging concepts. This full-color, manageably-sized text offers a comprehensive and consistent overview of core physiologic concepts at the organ system and cellular levels, making complex principles easy to understand.

Key features

  • Information is presented in a short, simple, and focused manner – the perfect presentation for success in coursework and on exams
  • Chapter summaries and "Challenge Yourself" questions at the end of each chapter provide an extensive review of the material and reinforce understanding and retention
  • Equations and sample problems are integrated throughout the text
  • Student Consult™ eBook version included with purchase. This enhanced eBook experience allows you to search all of the text, figures, and references from the book as well as new materials (outlined above) designed to produce a more rounded learning experience

Table of contents

1. Cellular Physiology

2. Autonomic Nervous System

3. Neurophysiology

4. Cardiovascular Physiology

5. Respiratory Physiology

6. Renal Physiology

7. Acid-Base Physiology

8. Gastrointestinal Physiology

9. Endocrine Physiology

10. Reproductive Physiology

Appendix I: Common Abbreviations and Symbols
Appendix II: Normal Values and Constants
Challenge Yourself Answers

Product details

  • Edition: 6
  • Latest edition
  • Published: April 24, 2017
  • Language: English

About the author

LC

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