The author, professor emeritus of medicine at Tel Aviv University Medical School, shares his experiences as a prostate cancer patient, including the various modalities and treatments which he underwent. He describes his reactions and thoughts, in the hope that he might shed light on various approaches to management as well as provide some comfort to others suffering from the same illness.

This comprehensive text integrates related aspects of wound management, skin integrity and dermatology into a convenient, one-stop resource. It explores the theories underpinning wound management and skin integrity by reviewing the supporting evidence and making practical recommendations for busy clinicians. Wound Healing and Skin Integrity discusses current and future trends in the management of wounds and maintenance of skin integrity in respect to international healthcare initi...

'I can enthusiastically recommend the Manual of Clinical Paramedic Procedures as the book that I wish had been available to me when I was studying to become a paramedic.'From the foreword by Professor Malcolm Woollard, Chair, College of Paramedics; Professor in Pre-hospital and Emergency Care & Director, Pre-hospital, Emergency & Cardiovascular Care Applied Research Group, Coventry UniversityClinical procedures are a fundamental aspect of c...

Contrary to popular belief, most children who suffer from attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) do not outgrow the disorders; they become adults who suffer from ADHD. Written by an acknowledged expert in the adult phase of ADHD, this guide will fill the void of available medical information with the latest clinical guidelines and recommended pharmacotherapies for the treatment of the ever-growing population of adult men and women who suffer from the anxiety and restlessness relat...

The essential companion for your first two years of medical schoolFrom Tao Le, author of First Aid for the USMLE Step 1First Aid for the Basic Sciences: Organ Systems, 2e provides you with a solid understanding of the basic sciences relative to human organ systems with which all medical students must be familiar. The second edition has been completely revised to feature a more student-friendly and approachable text, an upd...

In this timely handbook, an expert in oncology explains the risk factors for contracting breast cancer and the pathogenesis of the disease, discusses the complexities of diagnosis, and offers a detailed examination of surgical treatments and the latest drug therapies, including raloxifene (Evista®).

EXCEL ON ROTATION, IMPRESS ON THE WARDS, AND SCORE YOUR HIGHEST ON THE PSYCHIATRY CLERKSHIP AND SHELF EXAMS WITH THIS BESTSELLING STUDENT-TO-STUDENT REVIEW•Benefit from the wisdom of experienced clerkship faculty and residents•Mini-cases highlight classic patient presentations and frequently tested cases•A complete chapter on How to Succeed on the Psychiatry Clerkship provides a blueprint for exam success•Mnemonics, ward tips, mini-cases, di...

Gain a better understanding of the basic principles of gynecology presented in Williams Gynecology, Third Edition with this full-color study guideDirectly derived from the content of Williams Gynecology, Third Edition, this authoritative study guide is designed to assess your understanding and retention of the acclaimed, evidence-based coverage of the parent text.Here, you will find everything you need for an efficient chapter-by-...

THE INSIDER'S GUIDE TO ACING THE FAMILY MEDICINEBOARDS--WRITTEN BY PHYSICIANS WHO PASSEDApply the proven First Aid formula for exam success!Features:A complete one-stop review of the most frequently tested topicsNEW full-color designNEW integrated vignette Q&As prepare you for what you will see on exam dayInsider tips and study strategies for outstanding performanceHundreds of high-yield tables, diagra...

EEG and Evoked Potentials in Psychiatry and Behavioral Neurology discusses the two techniques of examining brain function: electroencephalography (EEG) and evoked potentials. The book also addresses conditions that fall under the umbrella term ""behavioral sciences"" and are associated with psychiatry and neurology. The book begins by discussing current definitions of organic brain syndrome in order to delineate more clearly the processes whose EEG correlates are to be described. It then o...

The best dermatopathology book for clinical practice, featuring ample tables and detailed guidance for differential diagnosis

The innovative case-based way to learn neurology – completely revised for today’s shelf examMedical students need exposure to cases to pass the USMLE® and shelf exams, and this is exactly what Case Files: Neurology, Third Edition offers. Written by experienced educators, it teaches students how to think through diagnosis and management when confronting neurological clinical problems. Sixty high-yield clinical cases focus on the core competencies f...