Dictionary of Medical Terms (Barron's Medical Guides) [Vinyl Bound]

Mikel A. Rothenberg (Author), Charles F. Chapman (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 1994

This A-to-Z medical reference defines terms so that they can be understood by the layman. Entries include descriptions of diseases, symptoms, first-aid procedures, human anatomy and body organs, dentistry, medications, and much more. Features a unique cross-reference system. 167 illustrations.

Product Details

• Vinyl Bound: 530 pages
• Publisher: Barron's Educational Series, Inc.; 3 Sub edition (May 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0812018524
• ISBN-13: 978-0812018523
• Product Dimensions: 6.8 x 4.2 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 10.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (12 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,623,081 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 39 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great household reference, February 9, 2001

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"threeboysmama" (Chepachet, RI USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Dictionary of Medical Terms (Barron's Medical Guides) (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:

5.0 out of 5 stars Medical Information for semi-dummies, August 8, 2001

By A Customer

This review is from: Dictionary of Medical Terms (Barron's Medical Guides) (Vinyl Bound)

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:

5.0 out of 5 stars great !!!!, December 27, 2006

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This review is from: Dictionary of Medical Terms (Barron's Medical Guides) (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.