Book Description

The leading microbiology text! Thoroughly revised and updated, this book provides students with a solid grasp of etiologic agents, pathogenic processes, epidemiology, and the basis of major therapy. Includes complete discussions of the major bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic pathogens. Highlighted marginal notes and clinical applications are included throughout. ... Read more

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SHERRIS IS MORE THAN JUST AN INTRODUCTORY TEXT, BUT....
Concise and clinically relevant, Sherris Medical Microbiology is more than just an introductory text. It harbours abundant information that will interest anyone with a career in healthcare. The book paid total tribute to all aspects of pathogenic bacteriology, mycology, virology, parasitology, and immunology. Simple and clear explanations were used throughout.
However, at this level, one would be disappointed that Sherris has lost touch with being up-to-date. As a result, the excellent (4th edition of) Medical Microbiology by Murray, et al, has relegated Sherris' efforts to that of a second fiddle. It offers a better value for money; and boasts of the most up-to-date information currently on sale.

Read this book first!
I've tried many other books on microbiology and on infectious diseases which cover bacteria and virology. This book by far exceeds those. It is taught in a clear manner for the beginner student. But this book has a wealth of information for more advanced students to learn from. The book comes complete with annoted notes on the sides of the pages, giving you basic notes on what the paragraph is discusses, excellent for quick reviewing! This is by far the best microbiology book I have encountered when faced with exactly what I want to learn about - bacteriology, virology, parasitiology and concepts of immunology. It also covers the strains of viruses and bacteria - as well as other parasites that can bring about [infectious] disease. I've read other books of this type which cost almost double this book and haven't gotten anything close to what can be delivered from this book. I highly recommend this book to anyone with an interest of bacteriology, virology or infectious diseases. Whether you're a student of just someone with an interest in learning more about these subjects.

A superb introductory text for medical students.
This third edition of Sherris Medical Microbiology serves a badly needed role in basic science medical education. The vast array of prokaryotic and eukaryotic infecting organisms can be baffling to the novice practitioner, and this text serves as agood foundation on which to build more specialized insight. For a quick list of strong and weak points, scroll to the end of the review.

The first seven chapters discuss the biology of the prokaryotic cell and the virus, with an obvious focus on areas of cell structure and viral physiology that are affected by antibiotic and antiviral therapies. Biochemists will find this area thin, but it is not intended to provide specific, in-depth information of the subjects.

The following three chapters discuss host-parasite relationships, and this area is one of the text's true strong points. The dynamics of infection are the meat of the forces that govern whether an organism will overpower its host or be destroyed. The text does a strong job of laying out the fundamental mechanisms of bacterial colonization and host reponse.

Chapters eleven through fourteen cover spread and control of infection, and here the book could be stronger. There are excellent discussions of the mechanisms of antimicrobial chemistry, and of host resistance, but little to guide a novice with the most important aspect of antimicrobial therapy: how to select an agent. There are really only two tables of suggested regimens, which although they could be memorized, are no better than, say, a copy of Sanford in the coat pocket. What medical students need most is an understanding of how to pick an agent, and there just isn't enough here to assist a student in how to prioritize one's options.

Forty-four chapters of bug-by-bug descriptions of all clinically signifiacnt pathogens follow. These discussions are all reasonably thorough and complete, although occasional tidbits are missing, such as whether rabies infects rodents or not, and some specific bacterium-disease relationships are omitted (e.g. Chromobacter violaceum and chronic granulomatous disease).

The book's other real strength and utility to medical students lies in the final twenty-three chapters, which discuss syndromes of infcetion. Here the studnet can learn what a cellulitis or a pneumonia really is, from a microbial point of view. Unfortunately, again, antibiotic choices are not well laid out for the reader.

In short, this is an excellent text for medical students, but not for house officers. The basic science is well described, but practical guidelines are scanty.

Strengths:
1. Strong discussion of host-parasite relationships, and infectious control.
2. Useful discussion of disease syndromes.
3. large, easy-to-read pages, with margin notes to quickly locate material of interest.

Weaknesses:
1. Weak on practical matters, such as antibiotic selection

Suggestions for next edition:

Add a section on antibiotic selection, and empiric approach to infection. ... Read more

Book Description

The administrative, clinical, and general areas necessary for entry-level employment as identified by the medical assistant role delineation study issued by the American Association of Medical Assistants. Pathophysiology coverage is expanded to include additional diagnostic descriptions and information on medications commonly used to treat conditions. A new unit on related therapies presents information on complimentary and alternative treatments. ... Read more

Book Description

The leading textbook in Emergency Medicine now has expanded coverage with 308 chapters, new contributors and new editors. As an American College of Emergency Physicians/Mcgraw-Hill publication, the Study Guide is the defining source for clinical EM management and for those preparing for board or recertification exams. New 2-color figures have been added along with additional tables and algorithms. A new compact at last delivers stunning EM pictures in full color. Many sections have been completely revised including Toxicology (Herbals and Vitamins) and Pediatrics (Respiratory Distress) as well as brand new sections such as Nontraumatic Musculo-skeletal Disorders and Special Patients. Emergency Medicine is changing, but "Tintinalli" remains the authoritative diagnosis and management tool for all emergency conditions. ... Read more

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The Definitive Emergency Medicine Text
As an Emergency medicine resident, the book is the centerpiece of my library. The new edition differs from the previous in the addition of two color text. Using two colors enables them to make the tables more readable. The text is longer than the previous edition. Each chapter is divided up into a short intro/description of normal, followed by etiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, treatment, then special considerations. The writing, as in the previous editions is concise and to the point. This text is priceless because it takes all the concepts and presents them in a clinically relevant way. This is very useful as a general review text, as well as a hands on while working text. Should be in all ED's as well as in all personal libraries of physicians who see patients in the emergency setting.

Downward Spiral on Autopilot
*Emergency Medicine, A Comprehensive Study Guide* has long been a well-regarded standard emergency text, useful in day-to-day practice as well as for board preparation. This new edition has advanced the enlightened 'evidence-based recommendations' for changes in practice patterns, however, the lack of editorial control has resulted in a book packed with conflicting information. Each chapter is written by a different consultant, and unfortunately not all of them are up on this concept... we therefore get a series of conflicting statements when there is overlap in topics, and there is no attempt to reconcile this variability. Admittedly, opinions in much of medicine do vary; but outright conflict within a few pages in a standard text without discussion does harm to credibility.

Further loss of editorial control is also evident on a close read. It is apparent that a spell-checker was used for proof-reading (substitutions of the nature of "week" for "weak" abound) and in some areas clinical formulae have been mis-stated -- example: calculation of effective osmolarity, pg. 1341 (though correct elsewhere in the book). The index seems somewhat disorganized, with references to isolated appearance of a word (example: see *first* reference listing to "hyperglycemia"... certainly not the definitive source in the text). This problem is not isolated.

The book has expanded by approximately 500 pages over the 4th edition, totalling more than 2000 pages. Its size makes it unwieldly to read or carry; it should have been separated into 2 volumes. Even with that expansion, much useful information is missing. Though descriptions of EKG abnormalities in advanced electrolyte disturbance are adequately described, it certainly would have been an informational asset to actually include a picture of such characteristic tracings. Dermatology is similarly poorly pictured -- there are only 8 pages of color illustrations in the text, with nearly 2 pages wasted on 1)technique of foreign body removal (not needed in color) 2)a color demonstration of SPECT data -- well outside the range of information needed for the E.M. specialist, and not definitive, besides. Even worse, the illustrations interspersed in the dermatology section are simply black and white copies of the color text -- providing only suboptimal repetition.

Bottom line: the *Comprehensive Study Guide* has been, and remains, a valuable text for an overview of the practice of emergency medicine; but either keep your 4th edition, or wait for the 6th.

This book is an excellent learning tool!
This book is a great textbook of emergency medicine, and I've chosen it over others simply because it's comprehensive without the useless drivel. Each section includes the necessary anatomy and pathophysiological considerations for the respective disoders. The subset of conditions are mentioned with just enough facts to understand the morbidity to treat it. The pictures, diagrams, algorithmic flow-charts, and drug regimens are a nice compliment, however, most of your clinical experience is going to come from interships and residency, so to assume this book is all you'll need to get by in EM is crazy. I still think it's the best out there to read before putting your mind to work.

I'm Afraid to Give it a Bad Review......
Do you know the true meaning of the words "Study Guide?" Well, what that means is that you must be able to achieve a passing score on the American Board of Emergency Medicine's Certifying Exam by studying nothing more than this book. And I believe it, since I have passed it twice studying basically nothing more than this book. While it lacks the broad panache of the "other" two volume tome, the idea that you can pass the certifying exam by memorizing this huge book is, well, it's sexy.

Mandatory (This is a Review of the Companion Handbook)
Owning this book is simply mandatory--unless, of course, you are certain than neither you nor any loved one will ever need to be admitted to an emergency room. While I am by no means a physician, this thick little paperback has allowed me to make an informed assessment of the treatment that family members have received, and to make it easier for doctors and nurses to explain things to me. Aimed (as you can see from the other reviews here for the massive study guide for which this book is a companion) totally for physicians, it is assumed that the reader is familiar with medical terminology. But it isn't that bad, really--acronyms are usually defined when they are first used in each section, and I have found that a run-of-the-mill collegiate dictionary suffices for most of the anatomic and diagnostic terms. A Physician's Desk Reference would be most helpful for acquainting oneself with the drugs, dosages and regimens referred to in the book, and it doesn't hurt to have someone in the medical field you can query about procedures and policies. Basically, I see no reason why such information needs to be confined to those in the profession, and believe everyone should be aware of the mechanics of trauma treatment. Also, I have simply found it to be fascinating reading (the incredibly succinct description of the stages of child/adolescent development--from the point of view of the assessing ED physician--says more in two pages than all the oceans of ink that have been spilled--in newspapers and magazines--on the topic of children in our society). ... Read more

Book Description

This new edition meets the requirements of the revised Core Curriculum for Surgical Technologists, 5th edition. It is written by surgical technologists for surgical technologists. The content focuses on the concepts and skill development (cognitive and procedural) required of surgical technologists in the operative environment. The text uses the A POSitive CARE approach to surgical problem solving that concentrates on the ability of the surgical technologist to predict the patients and surgeons needs through the intraoperative period.The goal is for the surgical technologist to apply this model in daily practice for maximum efficiency and effectiveness during the surgical procedure. The surgical procedures included in the text were selected for their instructive value and because the skills demonstrated can be applied to many other procedures. ... Read more

Reviews (5)

Great educational book
I actually work in Central Sterile Processing. I found this book very useful with the information of surgical procedures, anotomy charts , surgical instruments. Plus it is very clear on its format, easy to understand and follow. This book will answer many questions that students going for surgical technology need or simple just like me, a person who works with surgical instruments on the daily basis.

Don't spend the money
This text is horable, there is info that is wrong. I am ST student . I would buy Alexdars it's the best book around.

great
I bought this book based on comments from other buyers and the book is great. In fact my teacher also purchased this book and it's so much better than our school text book. I like how in depth this book goes and the variety of surgical procedures it has.

Excellent Book
This is an excellent book if you are a surgical technology student. I bought this book in addition to my required book for school becuase it was so much better than the required book. It is very descriptive and has lots of helpful pictures. The AST has done a wondeful job with this text book.

A book of information for the Surgical Technologist student
This book is full of information that is helpful. I am in my second term of taking a Surgical Technology course. We just start the real meat of the course... from patient position, drapes, and starting in a couple of weeks gi surgery. This book has it all and the instruments used in the major and minor tray. We have now the Alexander's which is good for the breakdown of different surgerical procedures but when it comes to the Surgical Tech's role there is not much. I'm glad that the AST has finally written a book. It will come handy now and throughout my career as a Surgical Tech. Kudos to AST...well done! ... Read more

Book Description

* Easy-use hints and tips - guide your recognition and treatment of dozens of acute cardiac problems
* At-a-glance charts, checklists, tables and graphs-place key information at your fingertips
* Helpful figures and photographs-provide instant clarification of complex information
* Valuable "pearls"-conclude each chapter and highlight key points
* Selected annotated bibliography-encourages evidence-based learning ... Read more

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Cardiology Fellow
This book is a necessity for any first year cardiology fellow or housestaff managing cardiovascular patients. Thats all the time I have to write! ... Read more

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The Perfect Workbook
I like the book it breaks the medical term down, it also help very well with terms you don't understand.It's very helpful indeed. ... Read more

Book Description

Keeping pace with current developments and improvements in the health care field, this #1-rated resource and reference manual covers the basics of providing care to a variety of patients, and helps users understand and appreciate the scope of the work and duties they will be expected to master and perform within their specific job.Offers 35 detailed chapters on everything from the health care system to communication skills, infection control, safety, the patient's environment, emergency care, measuring vital signs, patient nutrition, specimen collection, care of the surgical patient, neonatal and pediatric care, long-term care, and much more. Adds new material on total hip replacement, hepatitis C, career information regarding how to accept, keep, or properly resign from a job, and expands discussions on Alzheimer's disease, AIDS, the role of today's home health aide, cancer care, and mental health. Integrates challenging, real-life “Nursing Assistant in Action” scenarios throughout, and addresses cultural diversity and its implication on patient care, and the rights of patients and advanced directives. Over 100 color photos support material and add strong visual appeal.For individuals who are considering or learning to become a patient care assistant, certified nursing assistant, nursing assistant, home health aide or other similar title. ... Read more

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Graet Book for Nurses Assistant and Caregivers
I am a Certified Nurses Aide, and I have read this book 3 times already. I am now taking notes. This book gives a lot of case studies, and easy to read instructions. This book has helped me to keep up to date on what is happening in the Health Care Field. It is also helping me with my course in becoming a Certified Medical Coding Specialist. The Appendix consisting of Medical terms, etc. is helpful to all who want to know how to understand medical jargon. ... Read more

Book Description

The classic text on the medical aspects of medical microbiology! This comprehensive and authoritative text covers the basic and clinical aspects of microbiology. Thoroughly updated and revised, this edition continues to focus on the microbiology concepts that are essential to the diagnosis of clinical infections. Features review questions in USMLE format at the end of each chapter as well as a clinical correlations chapter that offers case studies focusing on the differential diagnosis and management of microbial infections. ... Read more

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Good book as foundation for medical microbiology students
I used this as one of my required texts for my microbiology class in med school. It had very good sections on parasitology, viruses, etc. It was fun learning the what parasites are endemic to certain regions of the world and what symptoms they cause. I was used the following: Microbiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers by Patrick Leonardi. This second book was great because it was thorough in the aspects of test preparation in these various ways: it helped me prepare for the type of questions asked by my microbiology professor. In this way when I was studying I knew which facts to study harder and to know better. I easily got in the top 1% of my medical microbiology in grades with the help of these two books. I give each book five stars.

Too much information
This book offers a very comprehensive look at microbiology and virology (with some immunology and parasitology thrown in); unfortunately, that's not a good thing if you're trying to study from it. The chapters are full of information on lab values and other minutiae that will be of interest to only those who make a living in the field. Otherwise, you'll have to search hard to pick out the relevant details that are worth remembering. There are definitely better, easier to use books on the market than this one

It's a modern and exact book
This edition have news about micobiology.

good for 2nd yr med school micro - but short on clin. stuff
depending on the focus of your course, this might not have enough clinical case-related material. Great for the "big flick" with a very well laid out presentation (not enough pix or graphs), very good overall. Lot's of people in my class chose the Appleton and Lange (same publisher) 'Review" version of this book (blue cover). ... Read more

Book Description

The Comprehensive Guidebook for Career Success in a Medical Transcription Business

NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR INDEPENDENT MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONISTS

Fully Revised & Expanded -- For Novice & Seasoned MTs

Medical transcription is a multibillion dollar industry that offers flexibility and independence in a respected professional career. THE INDEPENDENT MEDICAL TRANSCRIPTIONIST gives you a comprehensive guide to the profession:

• HOW TO start and successfully run your own professional independent medical transcription business.

• HOW TO blend your career and lifestyle, working when and where you choose.

• HOW TO save time and money using the latest technology.

• HOW TO tap into medical transcription telecommuting opportunities and access a global client base.

The new 2002 edition includes updates on telecommuting, global services, time-saving equipment, marketing tips, software, voice recognition, Internet resources & networking, professional issues, education, working smart, resources & references.

Tables show standard regional billing rates and number of hours of daily transcription needed to generate $80,000 a year in billings in order to make $40,000 net income.

Hundreds of topics & numerous resource lists. Covers skills vital to success, education, home office set-up, software, telecommunication, pricing, business operations, ethics, risk management, finances, taxes, insurance, contracts, legal issues, much more.

Telecommuting has never been more appealing or exciting, and medical transcriptionists (MTs), who have long enjoyed the benefits of working from home, can now take advantage of the latest high-tech innovations to build and expand successful businesses while traveling and living in remote locations. The steps to worldwide MT success are clearly and comprehensively described in the fully revised fourth edition of The Independent Medical Transcriptionist, A Comprehensive Guidebook for Career Success in a Medical Transcription Business by Donna Avila-Weil, RHIT, and Mary Glaccum.

In the burgeoning healthcare field, skilled medical transcriptionists play a vital role, transcribing and fine-tuning physician dictation into the comprehensive, accurate medical records required by law and essential to quality patient care, medical reviews, third-party (insurance) reimbursement, and many other purposes. Both novice and seasoned MTs benefit from The Independent Medical Transcriptionist, which is recognized as the bible of the independent medical transcription industry. The book covers hundreds of topics and virtually every factor necessary for independent MT success. Extensive fourth edition updates include new information on innovative telecommuting technologies, equipment for mobile transcribing, resources for mobile and remote transcribing, the Internet, websites, resources for blind transcriptionists, and much more. ... Read more

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For all People in Medical Transcription.
I read this bokk, this to to let all you people related to Medical Transcription that this book is great. Has useful material for Medical Transcriptionists. Book gose into details on setting up and becoming a good Medical Transcriptionist. This book is being kept in our library and we will ask all our Trsnscriptionist to read it and but it, as it has useful tips. ...

It's informative but....
This book can be informative at times but most of the time, I felt like I was reading the book version of the home shopping channel. If you're already a transcriptionist, you don't need this book. And if you're a newbie, The Medical Transcription Career Handbook has more and better eye-openers to help you get started.

How to build a home-based medical transcription business
Now in a newly updated fourth edition, The Independent Medical Transcriptionist: The Comprehensive Guidebook For Career Success In A Medical Transcription Business is the definitive guide to pursuing and achieving success as a professional medical records transcriber. Individual chapters address the importance of accurate transcription in the ever-growing health care industry, the necessary educational credentials, how to build a home-based medical transcription business, the ethics of the profession, the nuts-and-bolts of a medical transcription business operation, and much more. The Independent Medical Transcriptionist is a solid, accessible, "user friendly" guide and very highly recommended to anyone considering or presently employed in this important and expanding field of the medical services industry.

I loved this book, it was exactly what I was looking for!
This is the best career resource I have ever read. It was packed with detailed information and resources about medical transcription, setting up a business, taxes, education - you name it. I found it all in this book. The authors tell it like it is and are clearly are keeping abreast of the industry trends and they live and breathe their topic. I highly recommend this book to potential MTs, MT students, and seasoned MTs. There is something to learn for everyone here! Thank you for this outstanding resource! KM, South Lake Tahoe.

verygood
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Book Description

This concise, well-organized book is the first clinical procedures text written by physician assistant educators and practitioners for physician assistant students. It focuses on the 72 most frequently taught, commonly performed diagnostic and treatment-related procedures that practicing PAs need to know. Step-by-step, hands-on procedure sections clearly and precisely explain the 'how-to' steps of a procedure, while other sections provide essential diagnostic or treatment information such as indications, contraindications, essential anatomy and physiology, patient preparation, materials, and more. Chapters on Informed Consent, Standard Precautions, Patient Education Concepts, and Procedure Documentation discuss essential, non-procedural skills and considerations to ensure that readers have a comprehensive understanding of the use of procedures in physician assistant practice. ... Read more

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The most up-to-date source of clinically focused information on the medical care of the increasing elderly population. This text features relevant diagnostic and treatment content needed by every provider of healthcare to older adults. The text covers the major diseases and disorders of the elderly with particular attention to the care of the elderly. ... Read more

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The 4th edition represents a major revision of The Medical Word Book. Most of the reviews on this site are for the 3rd edition.

The 4th edition (1500 pages) is still organized by specialty, with words appearing in more than one section if they apply to more than one specialty. The General Surgical Terms section contains primarily surgical hardware. Other surgical terms, like titles of operations, appear in the appropriate specialty section. The Drugs and Chemistry section has been removed, but the Dentistry section has been restored and updated, and a new section, Oncology and Hematology has been added. Neurology and Psychiatry have been separated, and other specialty sections have been expanded and the titles changed. See the table of contents which has changed substantially.

Designed by transcriptionists for transcriptionists, Sloane's Medical Word Book is a must-have tool for anyone creating medical documents.

Coverage of anatomy and general medical terminology as well as 18 medical specialties.

Both phonetic and correct spellings of words are listed alphabetically for rapid access.

16 pages of full-color anatomy plates.

Brand-new sections on Dentistry and Oncology and Hematology.

Previous entries reviewed and thousands added to reflect current medical practice.

Context clues have been added, cross-references are clearer, and numerous terms have been recategorized. ... Read more

Reviews (13)

My MT Bible
I have been a medical transcriptionist since 1973. That is when I first started using my first MEDICAL WORD BOOK, by Sloan. I just received the newest edition of this book. Having words categorized by different body systems makes it much easier and quicker to use. Also, I have found words in there that I could not find in other references, because I knew what system of the body it would be in. I have many other references at my fingertips and if I had to choose only one to be on my desktop, this would definitely be it!!

Not one of my favorite references...
I have been doing medical transcription out of my home for the past four years and have amassed quite a collection of books in that time. This book normally comes highly recommended by other MTs (just see the other reviews), but honestly I was not impressed with it. I would say at least 3 out of 4 times I go to look up a word in The Medical Word Book I cannot find it. As such, I have found myself referring to it much less often; sometimes I give it another chance but more often than not I am left frustrated and have to look elsewhere for my term.

Inadequate
I have been a transcriptionist for three-plus years, and I have owned this book for all that time. I honestly cannot recall a single time this book has been helpful. It is a small volume, for a medical word book, being about the size of a thick popular paperback novel, which is wholly inadequate for the monstrously huge field of medical words.

It is separated by specialty, and to give an example of how inadequate this book is, let's just compare the number of pages dedicated to a couple of specialties: For instance, this book gives about 70 pages to ophthalmology, while Stedman's ophthalmology book is 560 pages. The OB/GYN section is about 60 pages, while Stedman's OB/GYN book is over 600 pages.

It's for good reason the sections are so small in this book. For instance, under "orbital" in the ophth section we find 10 entries (orbital apex, orbital cellulitis, etc.). Looking under "orbital" in the Stedman's ophth book we find about 120 entries (orbital abscess, orbital adipose tissue, orbital akinesia, etc.). The MT who hears a hurried eye doc state "orbital akinesia" will find zero help from Sloane. That, obviously, is just one of many such examples I could give.

And, I'll point out, my page totals above for the Stedman's books do not include their multiple appendices, which are also very helpful; this book has no such feature by specialty. I learned quickly that I'd always do better to check my Stedman's specialty word book first, and consequently haven't had reason to use this because it is missing *so much* information.

You get what you pay for. If you need to work independently as an MT, this cheapo approach won't help you much. If you can find any way to lay out a few hundred dollars for a set of Stedman's word books or CDs, you'll be way ahead of the game. I may throw this book into our next garage sale, as it just takes up office space for no good reason.

Fabulous for newbies to med trans!
When I first started transcribing in 1980, the first edition of this book was my bible. When I was lost in a black hole of unintelligible doctor-mumble, being able to narrow the terms down to groups of specialties saved the day for me. Now, after 23 years as an acute care MT, I teach full time at a community college and I require this book for my transcription students. Ellen Drake's meticulous edits and additions have at least quadrupled the page count and made it a trustworthy reference. I must admit, though, that as an experienced MT, it would not be the first book I pulled off my shelf when stuck on a word now. Now I usually first turn to the latest edition of Stedman's, the Drakes' latest pharmaceutical reference, or to a word book with extensive terms in a particular specialty. That's because the Medical Word Book is more like a text version of an experienced MT's brain. So I probably wouldn't recommend this for an "old" MT like me -- but newbies will LOVE it.

Good book for transcription
This book helped me with vocabulary and pronounciation and it was easy to understand. However, for a more thorough look into anatomy and physiology, I recommend:
Anatomy and Physiology Study Guide: Key Review Questions and Answers with Explanations
(Volume 1) (ISBN: 097199919)
(Volume 2) (ISBN: 097199927)

Buy all three books to help with medical transcription ... Read more

Book Description

More questions and answers than any review of surgical technology on the market! With over 1,500 questions modeled after those of the national certification exam and detailed answers, this book provides an outstanding review of all major areas of surgical technology, including the newest content added to the exam. A 250 question practice test is also included. ... Read more

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Give PA applicants a competitive edge.

The best resource for anyone considering this career.

Getting Into the PA School of Your Choice, 2/e is a precise blueprint that addresses every step of the application process, including what schools look for in an applicant, financial aid, Internet resources, and information on PA programs.

*How to select a PA program
*Setting and achieving goals
*Comments, suggestions, and tips from current PA students
*Trends in PA programs- including excerpts from "PAs in the field" and salary profiles
*Expert advice on effective letters of recommendation Writing a quality essay-including sample “essays that worked”
*Interview strategies- including the toughest questions and answers
*Advice and contacts for financial aid
*Key web sites and Internet resources ... Read more

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wished I'd found it sooner
This is a great behind-the-scenes view of the selection process. For me, the biggest difference it made was in my success in interviewing. Many PAs had said there was no way to study or prepare for these interviews...and they are WRONG! My only wish is that I had found it sooner.

The Greatest Asset for Entrance...
This book helped me in preparation for the written and interview portion for PA school. 90% of the questions asked during my interview is covered in this book. They mention the Do's and Don'ts for interview preparation. I highly recommend this book for any student who is serious about the PA profession. THANKS Rodican.....

THE book to get into PA School!
This is THE book you need to get into the PA school of your choice. My choice was the Stanford University Primary Care Associate Program (PCAP). I read this book, followed it's recommendations, read it again/used it as a reference, applied to one program, and was accepted... to the school of MY choice. If you have determined that a career in medicine as a PA is what you want to do, get this book, use it, and get into the school of YOUR choice!

Not for the experienced applicant
This book is fairly elementary and not very usefull to any one who has done any other reading about the application process for medical or physicians assitant schools.

The Best
This book helped me get into Cornell Medical PA program. This was my first choice, and I couldn't have done it without this book. ... Read more

Book Description

The second edition of this text fulfills the same purpose as the first, to bridge a gap between learning experiences in the classroom and the real world of medical transcription, but with some new and exciting features. In addition to providing all new dictation material, five new specialty chapters have been added: diagnostic imaging, interventional radiology, oncology, hematology/infectious diseases and pediatrics/neonatology.(Medical Assisting, Medical Terminology, transcription)ALSO AVAILABLE -INSTRUCTOR SUPPLEMENTS CALL CUSTOMER SUPPORT TO ORDERInstructor's Guide ISBN: 0-8273-8181-6Audio Tape ISBN: 0-8273-8180-8 ... Read more

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Excellent as long as you get the tapes!
Great book for advanced training. Get the tapes for sure!

Forrest General Medical Center:Medical Term.& Transcription
This is a reference book only. You have to call the publisher to order the dictation. Without the dictation a medical transcription 'course' is rather useless. ... Read more

Book Description

Written by PAs for PAs, this best-selling review gives graduating PA students rapid access to the facts they need to study for the NCCPA PANCE certifying examination and PANRE recertifying examination. Features a review of essential exam topics, a concise overview of diseases, and an easy-to-follow outline format that follows the NCCPA exam format. Perfect for certification or recertification. ... Read more

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new edition--great improvement
The second edition of the Comprehensive Review is great! The outline is more complete and inclusive. The depth of facts is just enough for review for PA boards. The two exams included are a great tool to help assess your preparedness for the boards! I highly recommend this book.

Flawed
This text is good for simply supplying a study list and a basic outline to fill in with your own review information. But the outline alone is too basic, leaves out important topics, and contains multiple errors, whether they be typo-s, over-simplifications, bad translation of a higher reference, inappropriate verbage or incorrect qualitative statements. And the practice exam CD has just enough errors to be annoying. Material reviewed by medical professionals needs to be accurate. This study guide needs to be paired with a medical reference intended for physicians to make it useful (try Lange's Current).

exam preparation
I recently used this book, and others, to review for the PANRE. This book stands out for clarity, pertinent information concisely delivered, AND for accuracy!....one other book that I used was VERY disappointing in that it contained multiple errors!..
The questions on the exam were exactly covered in this text. I recommend it highly.

Don't waste your money
This book my be "approved by the APPA and APAP", but don't being fooled by these endorsements. The books outline is too basic as are the review question and don't reflect the level of difficulty of the boards. I was also disappointed that the review questions in the book and on the CD are identical. Except, the CD mixes up some of the graphics. What should be radiology pictures for radiology questions turn out to be radiology picture and ECG questions and vice versa(use the questions in the book as a reference they are correct.
You are much better served by purchasing "Physician Assistant Review" ISBN: 0781742315. It seems to follow Currents "CDMT" to a tee, but thankfully leaves out the esoteric information that is too much for a fledging PA anyway.

A Comprehensive Review for the Certification and Recertifica
I highly recommend this book to Physician Assistant students studying for the PANCE. It is brief and straight to the point. The CD-ROM is an excellent complement to the book. The questions at the back are excellent also. It is lightweight and not too bulky and as a student I certainly appreciate this. ... Read more

Book Description

A concise yet comprehensive guide to managing cardiac disease, covering diagnostic techniques, treatment, prevention strategies, and prognosis. The Second Edition now includes a new chapter on geriatric cardiology, plus new information on controlling cardiac risk factors and treating cardiac arrhythmias with implantable cardiac devices (ICDs). ... Read more

Reviews (3)

out of date
Well, although the title of this book contains the word "current" the latest study quoted on stents dates back to 1998. Thus, this "current treatment" book misses full five years of stent development and progress. Also, I have not found any quoted study from the years 2001 and 2002. How can this book pretend to review current diagnostic and treatment strategies (the copyright of this book is from 2003)?

A wonderful review
This moderate-sized book is the most wonderful cardiology review I've ever seen. Take one without any hesetance.

American College of Cardiology
American College of Cardiology is a very important review for my job. I'm a doctor in the S. Camillo hospital, in Rome ... Read more