Endocrine Physiology [Paperback]

Patricia E. Molina (Author), Patricia Molina (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071402578 | ISBN-13: 978-0071402576 | Publication Date: September 26, 2003 | Edition: 1

This concise overview of hormone biological actions introduces basic science principles and their relevance in the clinical expression of disease. Each chapter incorporates a wealth of pedagogical aids including: study questions, learning objectives, and clinical examples.

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"This book provides a concise discussion of endocrine physiology. First, there is a general discussion of hormone action. Next, individual chapters are devoted to each hormone system. Finally, there is a discussion of endocrine aspects of energy and electrolyte balance....This easy-to-read and concise discussion of endocrine physiology is particularly well suited for medical students with an interest in endocrinology and for students studying for the Step 1 USMLE examination. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service (Doody's ) --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

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MASTERY OF CONCEPTS – NOT MEMORIZATION OF FACTS Concise and readable, Endocrine Physiology not only explains the basic science and anatomy behind endocrine function in a clear and logical fashion, it also relates endocrine physiology to states of health and disease.

RIGHT TO THE POINT
*Offers the best review for the USMLE Step I
*Packed with self-study questions, learning objectives, and clinical examples
*Current and up-to-date basic and clinical science concepts
*Explicit diagrams of regulation of hormone release and action
*Systems approach to hormone regulation and action at target organ
*Rationales for pharmacological, surgical, or genetic interventions
*Explicit description of feedback loops involved in regulation of hormone release
*Coverage of principal hormonal systems, from the functional anatomy, synthesis and release and molecular mechanism of hormone action
*Sequential description of regulatory mechanisms of hormone release and cellular physiologic effects
*Integration of hormone systems that regulate energy metabolism, fluid homeostasis and mineral balance

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Product Details

• Paperback: 298 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Medical; 1 edition (September 26, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071402578
• ISBN-13: 978-0071402576
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 13.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #739,480 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Endo physiology from the start, November 2, 2008

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Rodis Paparodis (Madison, WI, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Endocrine Physiology (Paperback)

Before you read my thoughts you need to know that i am a senior medicine resident interested in Endocrine. This book is a good study companion if you are studying for the USMLE step 1 or if you are a 2nd year student and want more in depth knowledge of Endocrine Physiology. If you are a part of these 2 classes this book is surely the best for you.
If you want more than that don't buy it. Consider Washington Manual Endocrinology subspecialty consult as a cheap choice or a textbook like Williams Endocrinology

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Comprehensive review, March 14, 2009

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Sean W. Calder (Portland, OR United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Endocrine Physiology (Lange Physiology Series) (Paperback)

This was a nice compliment to my general physiology textbook for clinical A&P in CRNA school. It prepared me well for test and also used as a reference for later.

1 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars too many errata to count!, April 24, 2006

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Amylin - See all my reviews

This review is from: Endocrine Physiology (Paperback)

I don't know about this one....maybe if it came with a book of corrections! I don't really recommend it, unless you enjoy reading books with a bunch of errors.