Chassin's Operative Strategy in General Surgery [Hardcover]

C. Henselmann (Illustrator)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0387952047 | ISBN-13: 978-0387952048 | Publication Date: October 12, 2001 | Edition: 3rd

This up-to-date third edition of the classic provides a clear exposition of all basic surgical procedures. This is includes: surgery of the digestive tract, breast, abdominal wall, selected head and neck, and endocrine system. It also features numerous detailed illustrations by Caspar Henselmann. It is essential reading for residents and practising surgeons.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 976 pages
• Publisher: Springer; 3rd edition (October 12, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0387952047
• ISBN-13: 978-0387952048
• Product Dimensions: 11 x 8.4 x 2.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #775,196 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

I graduated from New York University College of Medicine in 1976 and completed my surgical residency there in 1981. I was one of the last physicians to train in the "old" Bellevue Hospital. At that time, very few women entered general surgery. I have spent my life in academic surgery, operating and teaching others the science and art of surgery. When I was appointed Head of the Department of Surgery at the University of Iowa in 1995, I was the second woman in the history of American Surgery to attain such a position. My nine textbooks all share the goal of teaching surgery in clear, lucid language. My most recent book, A Few Small Moments, is a collection of short stories. I live in Iowa City with my husband.

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12 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars For surgical trainees, January 31, 2003

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This review is from: Chassin's Operative Strategy in General Surgery (Hardcover)

Good books on operative surgery are difficult to find. This book offers a much clearer understanding of operative general surgery. The detailed text is aided with helpful illustrations. It describes many of the pitfalls that surgeons encounter in day to day practice. The price may be off-putting but to the serious surgical trainee, they will see this book as an invaluable investment.

10 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Chassin's Operative Strategy in Genral Surgery- A Must Read, June 25, 2004

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The Narins "SCN" (Harrisburg, PA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chassin's Operative Strategy in General Surgery (Hardcover)

I know that Zollinger's and Sabiston are the standard reccommended readings. If you have the money to go ahead and get them, but if you are on a budget like most residents the one book you can't pass up is Chassin's. It is clear, current, offers basic tips and explains common pitfalls. The diagrams and pictures are fabulous. You will definately be prepared for any OR case if you review this book the night before.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars One of the best, December 24, 2005

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T. Petty (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Chassin's Operative Strategy in General Surgery (Hardcover)

I've been practicing for 3 years now, and I still refer to this book. It's a very practical text with clear illustrations, good text, and potential pitfalls. It also includes "legacy" procedures -- those operations that don't come up too often, but you will still need to perform once in a while -- and it's nice to brush up on them.

I've got Zollinger, Sabiston, and a couple older atlases -- but this is my favorite.