Thousands of medical, physiological, and health-related terms are listed alphabetically and described in plain, easy-to-understand English with minimal jargon. They include descriptions of diseases, symptoms, human anatomy, medications, and much more. This dictionary has been updated to incorporate recent medical findings and new medications. Charts and instructive line illustrations appear throughout the book, and a section of helpful appendices cover topics that include an illustrated overview of the human body, tables of commonly prescribed medications, common herbal medicines, and more.
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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Vinyl Bound
Definitely for non-medical persons, this is a great book to have around the house when your friends/parents/kids call with their latest ailment. It gives concise, easy-to understand definitions, entries are easy to find, and it's remarkably comprehensive for the price and size. On the other hand, if you are a student in a health-related field, it doesn't cover all the root definitions. Go for the Taber's if that's what you need.
26 of 28 people found the following review helpful
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Have been buying this book for friends & relatives for years. After 25 yrs in the medical field, I can recommend it as a quick & useful reference "Get out the little red book" is a rallying cry in my circle.
8 of 8 people found the following review helpful
Format:Vinyl Bound
The best thing about this dictionary, apart from its clear definitions, is the wealth of drawings - not only of anatomical parts but also of many physiological and biochemical processes. I love browsing through the dictionary and looking at the drawings - more terms stay in mind when you see their pictorial representations.
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It's a descent dictionary
Doesn't have all the words I was looking for but it does have some good explanation of certain terms. Picture and descriptions helps.
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EXCELLENT REFERENCE!!!!
I am a Medical Assistant Instructor and a COMPLETE reference book geek for things medical. This is probably one of the best "pocket size" references I've seen. Read more
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Bought book for daughter at Christmas for nursing school - she wishes she had it much earlier! Her new best friend.
Published on February 1, 2010 by SDL
Great product
This dictionary is everything that I was hoping for. It help me throughout my medical terminology course that I was taking in which I was in desperate need of this dictionary.
Published on September 14, 2009 by Cathy Elizee
Barron's Dictionary of Medical Terms
Very well put together dictionary. Real easy to find what term you are looking for in the book, nice letterin it isn't too small. Illustrations are easy to follow. Read more
Published on April 13, 2009 by Robin White
Dictionary of Medical terms
This dictionary is invaluable in understanding the doctor's written diagnosis of any condition. The doctor's understand the meaning of the medical terminology but it is helpful if... Read more
Published on September 27, 2008 by Anita Murray-stevens
Handy and Informative
I am in school now for Medical Administration and this book is very thorough with both definition and terms that aids with my studies.Highly recommended.
Published on April 5, 2008 by L. blaufuss
Excellent reference guide
My wife uses this book on a daily basis and it help clear up medical terminology for us.
Published on April 5, 2008 by Michael A. Wilkes
Dictionary of Medical Terms
This book was sent in a timely manner. the book was in very good condition. This book is very helpful for students in any medical studies.
Published on September 1, 2007 by Cynthia Otero
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