Dermatopathology: Requisites in Dermatology, 1e [Hardcover]

Tammie Ferringer (Author), Christine Ko MD (Author), Steven Peckham (Author), Whitney A. High (Author), David J. DiCaudo (Author), Dirk Elston MD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 3, 2008 | ISBN-10: 0702030236 | ISBN-13: 978-0702030239 | Edition: Har/Psc

Highly Commended, Dermatology, BMA Awards 2009

This title in the Requisites in Dermatology series is the perfect resource for quick reference and rapid review in dermatopathology. It succinctly presents all of the most essential clinical and foundational knowledge you need for certification, recertification, or practice. An extremely user-friendly full-color format, replete with full-color clinical photographs and other pertinent illustrations, makes it easy to locate and read up on any topic. Plus, full-text online access lets you consult the book from any computer, download all of the images, watch online lectures, and more.

• Expert discussions and abundant full-color photomicrographs guide you through the diagnosis of the most important and common dermatologic pathology findings seen in practice.
  
• A highly user-friendly full-color format and a consistent chapter template guide you effortlessly through all the information you need to know about each topic.
  
• Key Points call attention to the most important "takeaways" in each chapter.
  
• Abundant algorithms streamline diagnostic decision making.
  
• The book's compact size makes it equally convenient for reference in the office, clinic, laboratory, or break room.
  
• Full-text online access lets you consult the book from any computer, perform quick searches, download all of the illustrations, and clip content for download onto your handheld device. You'll also find online lectures from the chapter authors, self tests, additional downloadable figures, and other exciting materials.

Your purchase entitles you to access the web site until the next edition is published, or until the current edition is no longer offered for sale by Elsevier, whichever occurs first. If the next edition is published less than one year after your purchase, you will be entitled to online access for one year from your date of purchase. Elsevier reserves the right to offer a suitable replacement product (such as a downloadable or CD-ROM-based electronic version) should online access to the web site be discontinued.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The latest addition to the Requisites In Dermatology Series is a concise, user-friendly guide, accompanied by full-text on-line access. This comprehensive quick-reference tool will be welcomed by dermatology and pathology registrars, both as an introductory text and for examination review. It is also a useful, convenient desk-top resource for practicing dermatologists and general pathologists. This book is a laser-sharp resource for students and for seasoned practitioners wanting a pictorial refresher course. If, heaven forbid, I were sitting for a dermatopathology exam in the near future, I'd be taking this book everywhere." Melbourne Pathology, July 2009

"Requisites in Dermatology - Dermatopathology is a comprehensive, free-standing work that rivals the content and complexity of any other standard textbook of dermatopathology. Its compact dimensions and on-line interface are sure to make it a first choice for many clinicians both within the office and on-the-go. I highly recommend it to the reading audience." Dermatopathology: Practical and Conceptual (derm101.com), 2009

"This is an easy to use and essentially good guide to anyone wishing to obtain basic information on the histological appearances of most of the common dermatological conditions. It is directed at the trainee dermatopathologist but does have appeal to anyone in the medical field with an interest in dermatopathology. It is excellent value for money and should be regarded as a valuable assist to most histopathological libraries." BMA Book Awards 2009 - judges comments

"The authors are to be applauded for this succinct yet comprehensive, highly usable text.It will be well-received by a broad audience at all training levels and will be of particular interest to dermatology and pathology residents seeking to establish a solid foundation in dermatopathology." Dermatopathology: Practical and Conceptual (derm101.com), 2009

"This is one of the best concise texts for medical students and residents. For a long time, only long, all-inclusive books were available, which could be discouraging for neophytes. This book would be perfect for visual learners... The excellent photomicrographs are the best features of the book." - Doody's 5 Stars! *****

"Dirk Elston et al successfully capture the essence of hundreds of entities and topics within dermatopathology in a well-designed, "cut-to-the-chase" style... delightful and refreshingly versatile text... a comprehensive, free-standing work that rivals the content and complexity of any other standard textbook of dermatopathology. Its compact dimensions and on-line interface are sure to make it a first choice for many clinicians both within the office and on-the-go. I highly recommend it to the reading audience." - Reviewed by: Steve Alder, M.D., Director of Dermatopathology, Clin-Path Associates, PLC, Tempe, Arizona

Product Details

• Hardcover: 372 pages
• Publisher: Saunders Ltd.; Har/Psc edition (November 3, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0702030236
• ISBN-13: 978-0702030239
• Product Dimensions: 10 x 7.1 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #63,966 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars 1st year derm resident, August 29, 2009

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This review is from: Dermatopathology: Requisites in Dermatology, 1e (Hardcover)

Elston's Dermpath book is an excellent resource for learning dermpath. It provides a clear organizational structure for learning dermpath with the most pertinent info for each condition. The online powerpoints are narrated by Dr. Elston and provide great tips for pattern recognition. This is a must have book for all derm or path residents.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good, maybe great, June 5, 2011

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dermres - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dermatopathology: Requisites in Dermatology, 1e (Hardcover)

I was excited about having another dermpath reference when I started my 2nd yr of residency. I like that it has tables that compare diseases that are tough to tell apart (ie- differences b/w BCC and trichoepithelioma) and has mnemonics. The pictures are pretty good and they do have some pictures at the beginning of the book showing normal stuff. Ultimately, when you are trying to learn the basics of dermpath, nothing beats Practical Dermatopathology by Rapini.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A little gem, October 27, 2011

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This review is from: Dermatopathology: Requisites in Dermatology, 1e (Hardcover)

This slim volume is one of the most entertaining and informative basic dermatopathology texts available. It is lavishly (and generally well) illustrated and covers the essential points of most dermatopathological entities in the form of bullet points and a short (typically a small paragraph) discussion. There are numerous little mnemonics, tips and "pearls" scattered through the text. For anyone who has enjoyed Dirk Elston's lectures, much of the same engaging spirit which enables important messages to be retained is recapitulated in this book. The purchaser is also given access to a series of online lectures, from my limited viewing apparently directed at resident level. My only "criticism" of this book is that Dr Elston's enthusiasm for "creepy crawlies" has resulted in somewhat larger sections on topics such as identification of parasites than one might expect for a book of this size.

While this book will not be the only dermatopathology text a trainee in pathology or dermatology will need, it certainly is a valuable book for preview or overview of subjects. I have already used some of the mnemonics in teaching sessions and even in recalling some differential diagnostic possibilities in signout. For the relatively small cost (both in dollars and time, since with the abundant illustrations a cover to cover reading can be accomplished over a few evenings) I think this is one of the better value educational experiences available.