Essential Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery, Ninth Edition [Paperback]

K. J. Lee (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0071482709 | ISBN-13: 978-0071482707 | Publication Date: June 17, 2008 | Edition: 9

The leading guide to otolaryngology -- invaluable as both a general review and as a preparation for board certification or recertification

Since 1973, Essential Otolaryngology: Head & Neck Surgery has proven itself as the benchmark guide to otolaryngology. This classic reference has now been thoroughly updated to bring you up to speed with today's practice of otolaryngology. In a single, compact volume, the book delivers the very latest critical information to help you treat conditions involving the head and neck, such as sinusitis, sensory disorders, cancer, and sleep disorders.

Features:
• Top-to-bottom coverage that spans the entire discipline, yet provides an easy, at-a-glance review and summary of key information in otolaryngology
• The perfect otolaryngology primer for the medical student/internist, and the ideal board review resource--in one complete volume!
• Accessible, clinically relevant insights into this dynamic specialty
• NEW! Addition of international contributors who deliver a timely new global perspective
• NEW! More diagnostic algorithms throughout the text to sharpen your clinical decision-making
• NEW! Chapters on Cysts and Tumors of the Jaw, TNM Classification in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery, and Malignant Melanoma

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Editorial Reviews

Review

"By focusing successfully on his goals of providing a guide for board preparation, the author offers an excellent resource for physicians in training....When used appropriately for quick review of major topics in otolaryngology, this book is an important resource for physicians who already have a basic understanding of the subject. While the format is similar to the previous edition, this edition includes several new chapters and updates on current diagnosis and management in the field. 3 Stars."--Doody's Review Service (Doody's )

About the Author

K.J. Lee, MD, FACS, is Associate Clinical Professor of Otolaryngology at the Yale University School of Medicine; Managing Partner of Southern New England Ear, Nose, Throat, and Facial Plastic Surgery Group, LLP; Chief of Otolaryngology at the Hospital of Saint Raphael; and Attending Otolaryngologist at Yale-New Haven Hospital.

Product Details

• Paperback: 1176 pages
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Professional; 9 edition (June 17, 2008)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0071482709
• ISBN-13: 978-0071482707
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 7.6 x 1.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.9 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #193,079 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Standard board review book, July 27, 2011

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This review is from: Essential Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery, Ninth Edition (Paperback)

I don't know of any resident who didn't use this for their boards

That being said, it's far from ideal. Text is in an outline type form and you will have to have a more detailed text to supplement with and to help you understand anatomy and concepts

It's best to remind you of things that you need to read more about, rather than a primary study guide. And that last week before your boards (or in-service) a quick read through this will probably do you better than anything else since it really does at least do broad strokes on all topics.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars good text but difficult to read, February 9, 2011

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This review is from: Essential Otolaryngology: Head and Neck Surgery, Ninth Edition (Paperback)

Friend who'd taken inservice recommended KJ Lee. Difficult to read, lots of minutiae. If you've read another oto textbook first, this would be easier to read. Kind of disjointed.