A Case-Based Guide to Clinical Endocrinology (Contemporary Endocrinology) [Hardcover]

Terry F. Davies (Editor)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 1588298159 | ISBN-13: 978-1588298157 | Publication Date: June 11, 2008 | Edition: 1

In this thought-provoking book, distinguished clinicians provide stimulating instruction and insights into a wide variety of endocrine subjects, teaching readers modern management of the conditions described and offering targeted entry into the literature. The text reflects much of the curriculum for clinical endocrine training recommended by the Association of Program Directors in Clinical Endocrinology. Concise cases are followed by multiple choice questions to enhance learning.

Editorial Reviews

Review

From the reviews:

"The exceptional new book … makes demonstrations become alive for the reader that conventional textbooks of endocrinology present as dry material. … essential for the comprehensive therapist who will find this book enriches understanding of the most frequently encountered clinical problems facing a modern therapist. The editor has selected cases to make the book a gem collection … . it also becomes important in the curriculum for clinical endocrinology training as recommended by the Association of Program Directors in Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism." (William H. Wehrmacher, Comprehensive Therapy, 2008)

"It is intended as an early learning tool to teach management of various endocrine conditions and provide an entry point into the literature. … targets novices in endocrinology, including medical students, residents, and fellows, but notes that the book and questions can be used as a review for readers experienced in the specialty. … the book is appropriate for … those on the wards including residents and fellows. … This is a useful contribution to the specialty, particularly helpful for endocrinologists in training … ." (Shanika P Samarasinghe, Doody’s Review Service, December, 2008)

From the Back Cover

Written cases provide a thoughtful review of modern management and contemplation of the literature, much more so than even a case presentation without the patient.  As a result, in recent years the written or prepared case has become the ideal forum for demonstrating how to manage a medical problem to the greatest benefit of the patient. In A Case-Based Guide to Clinical Endocrinology, distinguished clinicians provide stimulating instruction and insights into a wide variety of endocrine subjects, teaching readers modern management of the conditions described and offering targeted entry into the literature.  Importantly, many of the important elements in the current curriculum for clinical endocrine training as recommended by the Association of Program Directors in Clinical Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism are covered in this text. To reinforce learning and retention of knowledge, each author has also provided multiple choice questions following the case studies. Students, residents, fellows, and practitioners will find these examples to be an efficient way to review their understanding and increase their skills and abilities in patient investigation and management.

In all, A Case-Based Guide to Clinical Endocrinology offers a comprehensive volume of concise case-studies that will prove to be of significant importance to all clinicians practicing in this field.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 526 pages
• Publisher: Humana Press; 1 edition (June 11, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1588298159
• ISBN-13: 978-1588298157
• Product Dimensions: 9.2 x 6.4 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,018,979 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)