Pediatric Secrets, 3e [Paperback]

Richard A. Polin MD (Author), Mark F. Ditmar MD (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: May 15, 2001 | ISBN-10: 1560534567 | ISBN-13: 978-1560534563 | Edition: 3

Completely updated with over 3000 questions and answers covering the spectrum of pediatrics from basic pathophysiologic principles to practical management issues. It is an excellent tool for established practitioners of pediatric care to prepare for rounds, recertification exams, or parental questions, as well as for students of pediatrics and family practice who are looking for a rapid, concise introduction to issues and controversies in multiple disciplines. The 3rd edition features expansion of topics in adolescent medicine, childhood behavior and development, infectious diseases, and the use of alternative medicine in pediatrics. In addition to expert coverage of a wide-ranging scope of pediatric problems, the new edition also highlights evidence-based clinical issues.

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About the Author

Richard A. Polin, MD, Professor of Pediatrics, Columbia University College of Physicians and Surgeons; Director, Division of Neonatology, Children's Hospital of New York, New York, NY; and Mark F. Ditmar, MD, Assistant Chief, Department of Pediatrics, Southern Ocean County Hospital, Manahawkin, New Jersey; Assistant Clinical Professor of Pediatrics, Yale University School of Medicine, New Haven, Connecticut --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.

Product Details

• Paperback: 731 pages
• Publisher: Hanley & Belfus; 3 edition (May 15, 2001)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1560534567
• ISBN-13: 978-1560534563
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.1 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,333,293 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Savvy buy for both the medical student and the PL1 in Peds., December 31, 1998

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Hernando A. Cardona, M.D. ([e-mail]) (California, USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Pediatric Secrets (The Secrets Series) (Paperback)

This was one of my preferred books I used while on my pediatric rotations during medical school. It was a great source of introductory information on interesting topics that were mentioned during rounds, and pointed me in the right direction for more material. It also provided for constructive reading material while on call. I plan to purchase the next edition.

0 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good book, April 23, 2010

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This review is from: Pediatric Secrets: with STUDENT CONSULT Access (4th Edition) (Paperback)

This book had an excellent amount of depth when considering multiple topics. There was much more information than other review books, and the format of presentation is light as a Q&A format. Although each section appears to randomly skip, it seems to be pretty comprehensive. I have not yet taken the board exam, so I can't say how well it prepared me.