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Clinical Endocrinology
Contributor(s): Whitehead, Saffron A. (Author), Miell, John (Author)
ISBN: 1904842852     ISBN-13: 9781904842859
Publisher: Scion Publishing
OUR PRICE:   $57.00  
Product Type: Paperback
Published: October 2012
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Additional Information
BISAC Categories:
- Medical | Endocrinology & Metabolism
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 7.6" W x 10.3" (2.55 lbs) 480 pages
 
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc.
Publisher Description:

Whether you are a student of biomedicine or medicine, trainee, resident, or endocrinology fellow, Clinical Endocrinology provides you with the core information you need to understand this notoriously complex subject. The book describes the biochemistry, physiology, and anatomy that underpins clinical practice and then integrates genuine clinical cases to show the application of this basic science in diagnosis and treatment.

Key features include:

-a flowing narrative that leads you through the basic science


-boxes that provide core reference information


-advanced boxes that provide additional material suitable for residents and fellows


-case studies that link with the text and describe the presentation, diagnosis, and management of real patients


- further clinical material that builds on the basic science and describes the causes of endocrine disorders, their clinical features, and treatment options


-coverage of the latest advances and discoveries


- self-assessment questions to test understanding


The book is lavishly illustrated throughout with line drawings and clinical photographs.

About the authors:
Professor Saffron Whitehead is Professor of Endocrine Physiology at St George's Medical School, University of London
Dr John Miell is a Consultant Endocrinologist at University Hospital Lewisham, London