Endocrinology at a Glance [Paperback]

Ben Greenstein (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0632038357 | ISBN-13: 978-0632038350 | Publication Date: January 15, 1994 | Edition: 1

Endocrinology at a Glance is designed to be a concise, readily accessible introduction and revision aid for undergraduate medical and science students.

The book follows the popular, easy-to-use at a Glance format, presenting each topic as a double-page-spread. Clear, informative diagrams are accompanied by key facts to explain the mechanisms and principles of endocrinology. For ease of understanding, the book is divided into sections based on the main endocrine organs. Each section explains organ anatomy, hormone production, storage and control of release, receptors, antagonists, mechanism of action, effects and inactivation. The clinical application of scientific concepts is emphasized throughout the book.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"At first sight, I really thought that Endocrinology was going to be a doddle. With only 10 lectures in the course, how much information could there be to learn. The answer, quite simply is that there is a lot to know, and as I detest long Medical Textbooks, this is the answer. You relied on Pharmacology at a Glance, now you can do the same for your endocrinology. When a good picture tells the story, why do you need a huge monologue to bore you? Try this, you'll like it!"
Scope magazine

'This is an excellent text for medical or science students taking courses in basic endocrinology.' ASLIB Book Guide

'A good basic orientation for the clinical student. I am pleased to have this on my shelves.' Oxford Medical School Gazette

From the Back Cover

Endocrinology at a Glance is designed to be a concise, readily accessible introduction and revision aid for undergraduate medical and science students.

The book follows the popular, easy-to-use at a Glance format, presenting each topic as a double-page-spread. Clear, informative diagrams are accompanied by key facts to explain the mechanisms and principles of endocrinology. For ease of understanding, the book is divided into sections based on the main endocrine organs. Each section explains organ anatomy, hormone production, storage and control of release, receptors, antagonists, mechanism of action, effects and inactivation. The clinical application of scientific concepts is emphasized throughout the book.

Key features

• Provides students with a tool for rapid and confident revision


• Provides a clear introductory overview of the subject


• Contains clear and simple diagrams and essential information


• Condenses the subject into 48 double page spreads, each providing core information on a component of the endocrine system

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Product Details

• Paperback: 109 pages
• Publisher: Wiley-Blackwell; 1 edition (January 15, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0632038357
• ISBN-13: 978-0632038350
• Product Dimensions: 10.7 x 8.6 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 12.8 ounces
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,666,742 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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