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  • The Language of Medicine

    • 13th Edition
    • November 24, 2023
    • Davi-Ellen Chabner
    • English
    Effectively master medical terminology with Davi-Ellen Chabner's The Language of Medicine, 13th Edition. Centering on Chabner’s proven method of learning medical terms by studying them in the context of the human body, this highly praised and bestselling text helps individuals of all educational backgrounds easily understand and remember important medical terminology by incorporating easy-to-follow explanations, relevant examples, and countless reinforcement exercises. This new edition also features additional clinical practice exercises; more medical procedure photos; timely content on immunity and vaccines, infection control, advances in cardiology, cancer research, emerging orthopedic treatments; and more. No matter where your career path takes you, Chabner’s proven method for med term mastery will prepare you for success.
  • Practical Guide to the Assessment of Clinical Competence

    • 3rd Edition
    • November 24, 2023
    • Eric S. Holmboe + 1 more
    • English
    Offering a multifaceted, practical approach to the complex topic of clinical assessment, Practical Guide to the Assessment of Clinical Competence, 3rd Edition, is designed to help medical educators employ better assessment methods, tools, and models directly into their training programs. World-renowned editors and expert contributing authors provide hands-on, authoritative guidance on outcomes-based assessment in clinical education, presenting a well-organized, diverse combination of methods you can implement right away. This thoroughly revised edition is a valuable resource for developing, implementing, and sustaining effective systems for assessing clinical competence in medical school, residency, and fellowship programs.
  • Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor

    Bridging Science and Clinical Practice
    • 3rd Edition
    • November 24, 2023
    • Kari Bø + 3 more
    • English
    Written by leading experts in this field, Evidence-Based Physical Therapy for the Pelvic Floor provides physiotherapists and other professionals with knowledge and confidence to bring the latest evidence-based approaches and treatment strategies for addressing pelvic floor dysfunction to their practice.Fully updated and with a wealth of new information, this edition includes sections on devices and apps, gynaecological cancer, sexual dysfunction, fistula, clinical use of EMG, anal incontinence and pain, as well as a discussion of sexualized violence by Nobel Peace Prize winner Denis Mugwege and his team.
  • The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations: Integumentary System, Volume 4

    • 3rd Edition
    • November 24, 2023
    • Bryan E. Anderson
    • English
    Offering a concise, highly visual approach to the basic science and clinical pathology of the integumentary system, this updated volume in The Netter Collection of Medical Illustrations (the CIBA "Green Books") contains unparalleled didactic illustrations reflecting the latest medical knowledge. Revised by Dr. Bryan E. Anderson, Integumentary System, Volume 4 integrates core concepts of anatomy, physiology, and other basic sciences with common clinical correlates across health, medical, and surgical disciplines. Classic Netter art, updated and new illustrations, and modern imaging continue to bring medical concepts to life and make this timeless work an essential resource for students, clinicians, and educators.
  • Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Cosmetic Procedures in Skin of Color

    • 1st Edition
    • November 23, 2023
    • Andrew F. Alexis
    • English
    **2026 PROSE Award Finalist in Clinical Medicine**Offering a step-by-step, practical approach to increasingly requested cosmetic procedures, Procedures in Cosmetic Dermatology: Cosmetic Treatment of Skin of Color, enables you to master the up-to-date cosmetic techniques that produce the superior results your patients expect. Edited by renowned dermatologist, Dr. Andrew F. Alexis, along with hand-selected experts in this rapidly growing field, it provides practical insights into safe and effective approaches to cosmetic procedures in skin of color that can be performed by dermatologists—all abundantly illustrated and evidence based. A substantial video library demonstrating preferred techniques and modalities helps you successfully incorporate the latest procedures into your practice.
  • ABCDE - Die Beurteilung von Notfallpatienten

    • 4th Edition
    • November 23, 2023
    • Thomas Semmel
    • German
    ABCDE – Das Alphabet für Helfer*innen vor Ort.A = Airway, B = Breathing, C = Circulation, D = Disability, E = Exposure/Environment... kompakt und übersichtlich – mithilfe des ABCDE-Schemas und weiteren Merkhilfen erkennen Sie schnell lebensbedrohliche Zustände und werden so ein Profi der Ersteinschätzung.Das bietet Ihnen das Buch:Basiswissen und erweiterte Fertigkeiten zur strukturierten Patientenuntersuchun... im Rettungsdiensteinsat... und für andere NotfallsituationenUn... von Trauma- und Nicht-Trauma-Patient... Kindern und geriatrischen PatientenDetailliert... Darstellung von Fertigkeiten zur Vitalzeicheneinschät... und von VerlaufskontrollenEr... von Wissen leicht gemacht - durch Praxistipps und Wiederholungsfragen!... in der 4. Auflage: Kapitel AtemwegsbeurteilungA... der Inhalte entsprechend, beispielsweise neuer LeitlinienDas Buch eignet sich für:Auszubildende Notfallsanitäter, RettungssanitäterPra... im RettungsdienstEhrena...
  • Epilepsy Surgery: Paradigm Shifts, An Issue of Neurosurgery Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 35-1
    • November 23, 2023
    • Jimmy Yang + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Neurosurgery Clinics, guest editors Drs. Jimmy Yang and R. Mark Richardson bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Epilepsy Surgery: Paradigm Shifts. Top experts in the field explore the underutilization of epilepsy surgery as a public health crisis, and recent paradigm shifts in how epilepsy surgery is conceptualized that may help bring significant improvement to greater numbers of people with drug-resistant epilepsy.
  • Emergency Management in Anesthesia and Critical Care

    • 1st Edition
    • November 22, 2023
    • Jeremy S. Heiner + 2 more
    • English
    Every moment counts when treating an emergency event. Emergency Management in Anesthesia and Critical Care provides quick access to essential information for rapidly identifying and treating complex medical emergencies. Its compact size makes this reference easy to carry in a pocket in the OR, ICU, ED, or critical care setting. An outline format with consistent headings and a logical organization puts vital content at your fingertips. It is also an ideal tool for developing and conducting crisis simulation scenarios to prepare for emergencies before they happen.
  • Disorders of Consciousness, An Issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics of North America

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 35-1
    • November 21, 2023
    • Sunil Kothari + 1 more
    • English
    In this issue of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Clinics, guest editors Drs. Sunil Kothari and Bei Zhang bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Disorders of Consciousness. The past few years have seen many developments throughout the entire field of disorders of consciousness, from neuroanatomy to the release of several clinical practice guidelines. In this issue, top experts in the field discuss key topics that bring you up to date with many of these changes.
  • Intraoperative Challenges, An Issue of Orthopedic Clinics

    • 1st Edition
    • Volume 55-1
    • November 21, 2023
    • Frederick M. Azar
    • English
    In this issue of Orthopedic Clinics, guest editors from the esteemed Campbell Clinic bring their considerable expertise to the topic of Intraoperative Challenges. Eleven top experts discuss a wide variety of potential surgical challenges that require the surgeon to make important judgment calls and decide the proper course of action. Areas covered include knee and hip reconstruction, hand and wrist, foot and ankle, shoulder and elbow, spine, trauma, and pediatrics.